Vacant job

Sweden's most beautiful workplace is looking for two

VTS operators, temporary positions as needed

located in Gothenburg

The Swedish Maritime Administration is responsible for providing safe and modern waterways with service around the clock. If you are interested in making a difference, both in terms of the environment and safety, then the job of VTS operator is for you.

Job Responsibilities
As a VTS operator, you will work with modern technology to monitor and provide information and advice to vessels about traffic conditions, any errors in fairway markings, and other obstacles in the fairway. You will therefore have an important responsibility in minimizing the risk of maritime and environmental accidents and incidents in the area. The work is performed at irregular hours, both day and night.

Who are you?
We are looking for someone who has: 
•    Captain's license
•    Good computer skills and can easily handle various IT systems
•    Good ability to express yourself in both Swedish and English, both orally and in writing

Experience working as a watchkeeping officer is an advantage. Experience working irregular hours, both day and night, is also a plus.

We place great importance on your personal qualities. We are looking for someone who is communicative and passionate about providing good service to our customers and colleagues. To succeed in this role, responsibility, collaboration, and solution focus are very important qualities. Furthermore, you are good at planning and can make quick decisions and re-prioritize when circumstances change.

The position may require Swedish citizenship. A security clearance with a background check may be conducted before a job offer is made.

Why choose the Swedish Maritime Administration?
The Swedish Maritime Administration is a service-producing business within the transport sector. Our work environment is unique, and our mission is unique – Sweden's most beautiful workplace. Our mission is to develop transport and shipping in line with the decisions of the parliament and government. Our business idea is to offer efficient waterways, modern services, and maritime partnerships for growth, competitiveness, and sustainable development.

The Swedish Maritime Administration offers a pleasant work environment with good opportunities to balance work and private life. We have a clear identity and a strong brand. We are a development-oriented organization and constantly work to develop our employees and maintain our satisfied customers. If we are the right organization for you, it is natural for you to act in a professional, open, and engaged manner. Our work is based on the state value framework, and we actively work for equality, diversity, and inclusion and see it as a given that you share our views.

How and when?
This recruitment is for a temporary position as needed that should be filled as soon as possible and is valid for a maximum of 12 months from the start date. 

We will work with ongoing selection and interviews will be held via Skype.

Inquiries:
Nautical Operations Manager Johan Engdahl 010-478 5909
Recruiting Manager Traffic Central Magnus Birch, 010-478 5152

Union Representatives: 
Saco-S Peter Hellberg, OFR/ST Carl Cremonese, Seko Ib Bergström, all can be reached via our switchboard 0771-630000. 

Application:
Register your application, along with a current seafarer's extract from the Transport Agency to verify your qualifications and certificates, no later than April 20, 2025. 
Diary number: 25-02071

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