Head of Network Operations Department

Are you a team player? Do you lead with your heart and are you genuinely interested in helping your colleagues reach their full potential? Are you ready to engage in constructive discussions? Then you might be the one we are looking for!

About the Unit

FMTIS Operations Unit (DriftE) ensures the continuous operation of the Armed Forces' technical command support systems around the clock, all year round. The Operations Unit forms the backbone of the Armed Forces' ability to communicate and lead. Through us, government administration, command of military operations, and the operational situation picture in the maritime, air, land, and cyber domains are made possible. Together, we form a robust operational organization that ensures the availability and integrity of the Armed Forces' technical command systems and facilities. The unit has over 350 employees distributed across 8 departments, of which the Network Operations Department is one.

As the Head of the Network Operations Department, you will be responsible for operational monitoring and remote troubleshooting measures within the FM strategic networks. The Network Operations Department is divided into 5 sections: TDC (Tele Operations Center) Bålsta, TDC Örebro, TDC Hästveda, NOC (Network Operations Center) Arboga, and Rakelsektion Enköping. The department is growing and consists of both officers and civilians. FMTIS's mission within and outside the Armed Forces involves rapid changes in pace, so you must feel comfortable quickly shifting focus between different tasks. The operation is in an expansive phase, which places high demands on you as a leader to manage and embrace changes.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the Network Operations Department
• Be responsible for personnel planning
• Be responsible for personnel administration within your own department
• Be responsible for payroll administration within your own department
• Be responsible for individual and training planning
• Be responsible for training within the framework of your own operations
• Conduct budgeting and periodic reporting
• Conduct salary, employee, and termination interviews
• Participate in smaller work and project groups
• Be part of the unit's management team

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Officer level OF-3 or alternatively OF-2/OR-7-8 with very good grades
• Experience in personnel responsibility
• Driving license B

Personal Characteristics

You are a confident leader who wants to work closely with and through your staff. You have a convincing and motivating leadership style and are open and clear in your communication. You are structured and have the ability to prioritize and the courage to make choices. You are analytical, knowledgeable, and can absorb new knowledge and share it. You are relationship-building and care about creating and maintaining good relationships with both internal and external contacts. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

The Armed Forces values the qualities that diversity and gender balance bring to the organization. We therefore welcome applicants with different backgrounds and experiences in our recruitment. The Armed Forces is currently re-employing individuals with an officer background.

Meritorious

• Command System Officer
• Experience in monitoring and operational activities
• Experience in FM telecommunications infrastructure and command systems
• Experience in personnel responsibility for civilian employees
• Experience in equivalent operations within the private sector or another authority

Other

Permanent employment (a six-month probationary period applies for those who are currently not employed by the Armed Forces). Start date according to agreement. Place of work: Bålsta or Örebro. Work will also take place at other locations. Salary: Individual salary setting.

Information about the Position

Fredrik Maxén.

For questions regarding the recruitment process: Sabina Packalen.

Union Representatives

SACO Agneta Landquist
OFR/S Per Andersson
SEKO Matz Felix
OFR/O Anna Tuulik
All can be reached through the switchboard: 019-393500.

Application

Welcome with your application by 2025-04-30 at the latest. Your application should include a CV, answers to the specified selection questions, and a personal letter describing 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 Armed Forces' telecommunications and information systems unit, FMTIS, ensures the Armed Forces' ability to communicate and lead - around the clock, all year round.

The unit has a collective responsibility for the Armed Forces' technical command systems that support military operations at sea, on land, and in the air - in Sweden and abroad. The unit has over 1,800 employees at more than 30 locations across the country. Read more at https://jobb.forsvarsmakten.se/fmtis (https://jobb.forsvarsmakten.se/fmtis)

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 entails an obligation to be placed in wartime and to serve abroad. 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 employment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and sellers are not welcome.