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We defend Sweden, the country's interests, our freedom, and our right to live as we choose. The Armed Forces exist to protect Sweden in war and crisis, and the 3rd Helicopter Squadron in Ronneby is an important part of Sweden's helicopter capability. Our mission towards the Navy is unique, and we are in an exciting growth phase.

The 3rd Helicopter Squadron in Ronneby is looking for an aircraft maintenance technician for the Aircraft Maintenance Platoon.

About the unit:

The 3rd Helicopter Squadron operates at Blekinge Air Force Wing in Ronneby. We are one of four squadrons and belong to the Helicopter Wing in Linköping. At the squadron in Ronneby, we have about 190 employees. Our unit is housed in modern facilities where the entire squadron is gathered in a common building. Our development and growth provide many opportunities for you as an employee. The squadron's mission is primarily focused on maritime operations, which involves close cooperation with the Navy.

About the position:

The aircraft maintenance technician in the Aircraft Maintenance Platoon has the primary task of ensuring that the tools and other airworthiness-affecting equipment used in helicopter maintenance are operational.

The Aircraft Maintenance Platoon also manages the other equipment and base materials of the Aircraft Maintenance Company, such as starting units, air conditioning units, containers, lifting trolleys, fire extinguishers, vehicles, and accommodation materials. The platoon also supports the company and the squadron as a whole in general logistical matters.

Job responsibilities:

• Maintenance monitoring of tools, units, and other equipment.
• Record keeping and follow-up in the PRIO (SAP), FENIX systems.
• Supervision and position training of conscripts and GSS.
• Physical handling of supplies.
• Service with loaders, heavy trucks, container trucks, forklifts, off-road vehicles, etc.
• Participation in exercise and operational activities.
• Resolving readiness tasks.
• Maintaining soldier skills and general military skills.
• Regular physical training/sports.
• Development of own function and own combat unit.

As an aircraft maintenance technician, you play an important role far up the “chain,” close to the squadron's operational components, i.e., the helicopters.

The job responsibilities must be solved both at home and “out in the woods and fields,” in peace, crisis, and war, within or outside Sweden.

Qualifications:

• Specialist officer training.
• Swedish driver's license at least category B, manual transmission.
• Good knowledge of Swedish in speech and writing.
• Good knowledge of English in speech and writing.
• Experience of similar tasks and/or relevant education for the position applied for.
• Meet the physical requirements of the position (fitness, strength, etc.).

Desirable qualifications:

• Experience in material service.
• Experience in logistics service.
• Driver's license category BE, or C, or CE.
• Forklift license category A, B, C, or D.
• Military driver's license Tlb, Tslp, Minibus, Tptgb, Lptgb, Wheel loader, Telehandler, Tow truck, Crane, Lift table / Tail lift, Off-road driving, FMFG1000.
• Experience with the above-mentioned vehicle types, beyond what is obtained through training.
• Experience with the PRIO (SAP) and/or FENIX data systems.
• Aviation or helicopter technician category A or B.

Personal qualities:

It is of great importance that you are organized, meticulous, and responsible. We prefer that you are a solution-focused individual who takes initiative and humbly challenges traditional approaches – always with a high service mindset. You take responsibility for your work and workplace, and you strive for continuous development in your professional role. You and your colleagues solve tasks through good collaboration, good service, and flexibility. We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

Other:

Employment type: Permanent.

Employment rate: Full-time.

Work location: Kallinge/Ronneby.

Position/service level: SO 6.

You will be assigned to one of our aircraft maintenance platoons.

Inquiries about the position:

Urban Thorsell
Emil Lindberg

Union representatives:
OFR/O: Hans Lundgren
OFR/S: Caroline Nilsson
SACO-S: Annelie Helmersson
Seko: Urban Hellqvist

All can be reached via the switchboard at 013-28 30 00.

Welcome with your application by 2025-05-19.

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 Armed Forces' Helicopter Wing is a unit with both land and maritime operational focus that can operate in missions in Sweden and internationally.

Helicopter support is requested by many. For example, for personnel, material, or medical transport, command, reconnaissance, or surveillance missions. The Helicopter Wing therefore often participates in missions and exercises with other units but also as support to society in various crisis situations.

Our operations span across Sweden, the breadth of tasks, and the size of the wing with over 950 employees provide a variety of work and opportunities for personal development. The majority of the Helicopter Wing is located in Linköping (Malmen), where we also manage Malmen Airfield and Linköping Garrison, with two large units in Luleå (Kallax) and Ronneby (Kallinge).

Please read more at https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/hkpflj (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/hkpflj)

Every day and every hour, our employees make efforts that affect other people's lives, both in large and small ways, both at home and around the world.

The Armed Forces has 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 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 check 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 assigned to war placement. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

To apply for employment, a CV and a cover 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.