R3 Platoon is looking for rescue soldiers, fieldwork soldiers, and material soldiers

Applicant Unit

The R3 Platoon is part of the R3 Company at Norrbotten Air Force Wing, F 21. The company has two fundamental main tasks: to contribute to the unit's ability to provide take-off and landing opportunities for our aircraft and helicopters, and to train the unit's conscripts.

The company must be able to establish and operate air bases anywhere in Sweden or abroad.

The R3 Platoon consists of two troops, the Rescue Troop and the Field Maintenance Troop. The main tasks of the platoon are conscript training, airport rescue service, field maintenance service, ammunition clearance, and decontamination of chemical warfare agents.

Main Tasks

Material Soldier

The main task of the material soldier is to support the platoon's material master in creating conditions for the platoon to operate through corrective and preventive maintenance on the platoon's vehicles and equipment. During daily operations, you are also expected to support the conscript training.

• Contact and follow-up with military and civilian workshops and maintenance locations.
• Material in PRIO

Rescue Soldier

The main task of the rescue soldier is to be able to conduct live rescue operations. During daily operations, you are also expected to support the conscript training.

• Operational rescue service for military aviation.
• CBRN

Field Maintenance Soldier

The main task of the field maintenance soldier, together with the field maintenance leader, is to ensure that the air base is open regardless of the weather. During daily operations, you are also expected to support the conscript training.

• Maintain and operate military air bases
• Ammunition clearance and blasting service
• Operate heavy machinery such as wheel loaders, excavators, and CE

Your employment will begin with basic training for the position. You will continue to develop through training where you can choose to deepen your knowledge in the troop's many areas of competence, e.g., further training in the handling of hazardous substances (CBRN), blasting service, ammunition clearance, chainsaw, wheel loader, and the platoon's reinforcement weapons.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for someone who is hardworking, flexible, and can work independently under physical strain. Regardless of background, the most important thing is that you are a team player. You are careful and responsible as the position often involves working within smaller units for periods. You tackle problems directly when they arise, and you have a good ability to read when it is time to be on and off duty.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Completed Conscription, GMU, or GU with a passing grade
• Driver's license B

Personal Qualities

• High personal maturity as the position places great demands on judgment and integrity
• Good ability to work in a team
• High learning ability due to intensive training and exercises
• High flexibility as the training and operational environment is often dynamic

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Meritorious

• Basic trained or previously employed airfield worker or rescue soldier.
• Other well-rated military service, e.g., BFA or service in standby units.
• C/CE or military driver's license for heavy truck & heavy trailer.
• Wheel loader according to TYA/BYN or military driver's license
• Experience working in the PRIO system.

Application Process

Applications will be evaluated against the stated requirements and other applicants, after which you will be contacted by representatives of the unit. Prior to employment, a background check, medical examination, physical tests, and security interviews will be conducted.

Further information about the position can be obtained from platoon commander, sergeant major Robin Öystilä, or deputy platoon commander, sergeant Markus Heikkilä. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact the F 21 HR department.

Union representatives: OFR/S, OFR/O, SEKO, SACO

All can be reached via switchboard: 0920-23 40 00

Other

The positions are temporary full-time employment. The employment is governed by the Swedish Armed Forces' agreement for group leaders, soldiers, and sailors (GSS/K) and begins with a 6-month probationary period that transitions into an employment of up to 8 years with the possibility of a 4-year extension.

Employment rate full-time

Start date by agreement with the employer.

Work location Luleå.

Work and training at other locations may occur.

Welcome with your application by 2025-04-30. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter. In the cover letter, we want you to motivate why you are suitable for this position. If you have already completed your conscription, you should attach certificates/grades from GMU or conscription or other military service.

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

Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

Norrbotten Air Force Wing, F 21, is Sweden's northernmost air wing. The main base is in Luleå, with side bases in Jokkmokk and Vidsel. F 21 continuously trains to deliver the following air operational capabilities in peace, crisis, and war:

• Control of airspace.
• Ground and sea target combat.
• Intelligence gathering.
• Airlift transport.
• Support to other combat forces, total defense, and society in general.

F 21 defends - together with other units in the Swedish Armed Forces - Sweden, the country's interests, our freedom, and our right to live as we choose.

Together with the rest of the Air Force, we monitor and protect Sweden's airspace around the clock, year-round.

The Swedish 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 programs, 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 entails an obligation to be placed in wartime. This obligation varies depending on the type of position.

To apply 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.