Warehouse Staff for the Services Section, Västernorrland Regiment

The Swedish Armed Forces is looking for two new employees to strengthen our services section in Sollefteå.

We offer you a varied position with room to create a balance between work and leisure in exchange for your commitment and willingness to develop.

The Västernorrland Regiment with the Jämtland Field Ranger Corps, I 21, was re-established in 2022.

The unit operates in three locations: Sollefteå, Östersund, and Härnösand, responsible for training and maintaining two independent infantry battalions and the Military Base Sollefteå.

We will offer you opportunities to develop with exciting tasks and under temporary conditions. You will become part of the army and are expected to work at other locations (e.g., in Härnösand or Östersund, even other places) during your initial period at the regiment, but your workplace will be Sollefteå.

The Supply Department, FörsA Sollefteå, is responsible for providing supplies and transportation that the units need to carry out their operations.

FörsA Sollefteå consists of approximately 25 employees located in Sollefteå, Östersund, and Härnösand. We are part of the Logistics Unit at I 21.

Main Responsibilities

As a warehouse staff member, you will have a versatile job responsible for providing supplies and transportation to the units. This includes the issuance & return of personal equipment, group materials, weapons & ammunition. Handling incoming & outgoing goods, inventory management, and not least administration and record maintenance in our support systems.

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is meticulous, has high social competence, and a good sense of service. You should be quick to learn new computer systems as the work is partially administratively heavy. You should be comfortable contacting people and able to express yourself well in both speech and writing. You can work independently as well as in a team and are loyal, flexible, and organized as a person. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Requirements

• 3-year high school education
• Driver's license class B, manual transmission

Meritorious

• Forklift license
• Wheel loader certificate
• Driver's license class C
• Previous experience in warehouse operations
• Experience with the Armed Forces' equipment
• Office training
• Good physical ability

Other

• Employment type: Permanent position with an initial 6-month probationary period
• Employment rate: Full-time
• Work location: Sollefteå
• Start date: By agreement
• Individual salary setting
• Heavy lifting and outdoor work in all seasons occur.
• The first year includes several training sessions that take place weekly at another location

Contacts for further information about the position:

Chief FörsS Sollefteå, Emmy Rudin can be reached via switchboard 08-788 75 00

Chief FörsA Sollefteå, P-A Wiik can be reached via switchboard 08-788 75 00

Contact for information about the recruitment process:

HR Administrator, Vincent Låstbom can be reached via switchboard 08-788 75 00

Union Representatives

OFR/O: 08-440 83 30

Saco: 08-613 48 00

Seko: 0770-457 900

Defense Union: 08-402 40 00

Welcome with your application by 2025-03-24, including CV & cover letter explaining why you are best suited for this position.

Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Armed Forces' website.

Information about the Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

In 2022, the Västernorrland Regiment with the Jämtland Field Ranger Corps, I 21, was re-established. A new regiment, but with centuries-old traditions in both Västernorrland and Jämtland. With us, you have the opportunity to be part of something unique, the re-establishment of a regiment in Lower Norrland.

I 21 is responsible for the establishment of three military units – two independent Norrland infantry battalions and the Military Base Sollefteå. I 21 currently operates in Sollefteå, Östersund, and Härnösand.

In Sollefteå, we have the Anundsjö Infantry Battalion and the regimental staff, in Östersund is the Jämtland Field Ranger Corps. Additionally, there is a garrison support unit with, for example, training and shooting fields, defense health, and an operationally prepared protection force, IBSS.

At the Ångermanland Infantry Battalion and the Jämtland Field Ranger Corps, we train conscripted soldiers for service in the new modern infantry under our proud motto “From mountains to sea, for the defense of Lower Norrland.”

In the Armed Forces, there is a strong value base built on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good opportunities for internal career advancement, wellness, and a good balance between work and private life.

The Armed Forces give you the opportunity to develop as a person and grow in your professional role. We are a responsible employer and have an open organization where we support each other.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security review with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be assigned to military service. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

With your application for employment, a CV and cover letter must be attached. If you proceed in the hiring process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.