Vacant job

The Position Offers

We are looking for an officer who wants to work in a wide range of tasks aimed at maintaining and developing the military unit military region group (MR group) BLG and the two home guard battalions in Blekinge. We offer a broad position with proximity to decision-making and the opportunity to influence and contribute. We are a small and flexible unit with complex tasks where everyone is needed. We have a mix of ages with both civilian and military positions. Join us and develop with us.

About the Unit

The Blekinge group (BLG) in Karlskrona is tasked with educating, administering, and leading the two home guard battalions in Blekinge County under the Commander MR S, which includes a boat company. The MR group is also responsible for supporting local activities carried out by voluntary defense organizations.

Main Tasks

You should be able to plan, execute, and evaluate various types of exercises and courses at the MR group either individually or with the support of other colleagues.

You should be able to conduct exercises with live and blank ammunition at least up to the size of a group in the role of exercise leader.

You should be prepared to support other sections within the MR group.

The position includes weekend and evening duties during certain periods, as well as service throughout the Southern Military Region.

Qualifications

• Completed officer examination at least level OF 1 or OR 6
• Good IT skills
• Driving license B

Meritorious

• Served as deputy or platoon leader or equivalent
• Exercise leader, KSP m/58, Grg m/48, p-skott m/86, AK 4B/C, Pistol m/88
• Driver's license ptgb, tgb11-20, Bv 206 and Lb
• Vehicle instructor
• Training in Combat Boat/G-boat.
• Served at company and/or battalion staff
• Dog instructor
• Knowledge of the Home Guard and voluntary organizations

Personal Qualities

You have a good ability to work in a team and are outgoing, with an easy time collaborating with others. You have a high work capacity, are stress-resistant, and have good communication skills in both speech and writing. You can manage multiple projects simultaneously. You should take responsibility and have initiative, able to translate theory into practice. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

For the authority's mission to be successful, it is assumed that all employees act according to the values that exist. The Armed Forces' values uphold the equal worth of all people, justice, and equality, and promote democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se)).

Other

Employment form: The position is a permanent full-time employment with an initial probationary period of 6 months.
Employment rate: Full-time
Work location: Karlskrona
Start date: 2025-10-01 or by agreement
Salary: Individual salary setting
The position primarily involves a normal working day, with periodic evening and weekend duties.

Inquiries Regarding the Position

If you have questions about the recruitment process and the position, please contact:

Peter Tidhammar 076-898 65 85

Union representatives:
OFR/O Krister Forsberg
OFR/S Senadin Sela
SACO Maria Iglesias
SEKO Sven-Erik Borg

All can be reached via the switchboard at 046-36 80 00

Application Deadline

Welcome with your application no later than 2025-03-31. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable 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:

The Southern Military Region (MR S) is a military unit and an organizational unit where the Commander and Staff are located in Revingehed. The organization consists of a Commander with staff, five military region groups for training and support of the home guard, and about 7000 home guard soldiers organized into eleven battalions and several independent units. C MR S with regional staff leads subordinate units, collaborates with regional and local actors, leads security and intelligence services, and supports operational and tactical commanders who solve tasks within the region.

The Southern Military Region's organization and operational area include the counties of Östergötland, Jönköping, Kalmar, Kronoberg, Blekinge, and Skåne. Read more about the Southern Military Region here.

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 conditions for internal career mobility, wellness, and a good balance between work and private life.

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

When applying for employment, a CV and personal letter must be attached. If you proceed in the recruitment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.