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About the Unit

161st Air Surveillance Battalion is part of F16. The battalion's main task is to be responsible for monitoring Sweden's airspace and air operations control. The battalion is daily engaged in operational activities. Other tasks include the operation and protection of fortification command posts and the grouping of mobile sensors and radio systems across Sweden's territory. Therefore, the battalion consists of companies that are spread across different geographical locations.

The Position Offers

A responsible and varied job with opportunities for both professional and personal development in a dynamic work environment. Good opportunities for physical training.

About the Job

As a serving logistics soldier, you are expected to handle and master cargo handling, transportation, vehicle service, and fire protection including smoke diving as your main tasks.

You are comfortable with varying tasks. You should be prepared to solve emerging urgent tasks. Uncertain task conditions require continuous safety awareness, as well as responsibility and initiative from each employee. The position includes training activities and possibly real national missions.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Swedish military basic training for at least 6 months or GMU
• Passed work test according to AFS 2007:7
• Category B driving license

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who enjoys working both alone and in a group in a routine but demanding work environment. You are flexible, responsible, and actively work to solve the group's and platoon's assigned tasks and your personal development. You have a strong interest in machines and vehicles.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Meritorious

• Driver's license for trucks or wheel loaders
• Forklift license
• Smoke diving training
• Military training, e.g., group leader training, weapon training

For the authority's mission to be successful, it is assumed that all employees act according to the values that exist. The Swedish 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).

Other

Employment type: According to the agreement for GSS/K (Group Leader, Soldier Sailor) with a contract of up to 8 years and the possibility of extension for an additional 4 years. The employment may start with a 6-month probationary period.

Employment rate: Full-time

Work location: Bålsta

Start date: Autumn 2025

For inquiries about the position, contact:

Recruiting Manager, Misha Lindau
Tel: 0505-451000 (switchboard)

For information about the recruitment process, contact:

HR Generalist, Rebecca Grebestam
Email: F16-A1-adm@mil.se

Union Representatives:

OFR/O Ärna, Josefine Granberg tel 0505-45 10 00 (switchboard)
OFR/S, Daniel Modin, tel 0706-38 68 33.
SACO, Mikko Aarnio, tel 070-849 55 06.
SEKO, Åsa Karlsson, tel 076-649 23 95.

Application Deadline

Welcome with your application no later than 2025-06-25. 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 Swedish Armed Forces website.

Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

Uppland Air Wing, F 16, is headquartered at Uppsala garrison. The unit is part of the Swedish Air Force and is responsible for the operation and monitoring of Uppsala Airport as well as training conscripts in various positions within the Air Force. The unit also leads the 161st Command and Air Surveillance Battalion, which controls fighter aircraft in the air and manages the continuous monitoring of Swedish airspace. The unit operates from several locations across the country and constitutes an important part of the growth period that the Air Force is facing.

The Swedish Armed Forces have 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 review with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment 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 employment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.