GROUND SERVICE MANAGER

Norrbotten Air Wing is now seeking a Ground Service Manager for ground equipment at one of the aircraft maintenance companies.

The main tasks involve creating an overall picture of the technical status and maintenance condition of equipment within the Aircraft Maintenance Company. You will support the company management and the personnel responsible for the maintenance and supervision of the company's vehicles, machines, and tools. You will be part of a team of approximately 60 people. The position may involve training as well as work at other locations, both within and outside the country. The computer is a great help in your daily service where you can track the status of the equipment using various systems.

About the unit:
The Aircraft Maintenance Unit is responsible for preventive and corrective maintenance on our Gripen aircraft, as well as all the maintenance equipment associated with the aircraft. The unit, together with the companies, also manages the daily operations of the flight system with readiness and preparation. Our tasks are primarily directed nationally, but international assignments may also occur.

The Aircraft Maintenance Unit consists of a unit management, 31st and 32nd Aircraft Maintenance Companies, and the aircraft workshop in Luleå. Each aircraft maintenance company is divided into a company management and three platoons.

Qualifications:

• Specialist officer training or comparable civil technical education.
• Driver's license class B

Meritorious:

• Education and experience in logistics.
• Experience with computer systems PRIO, FENIX, and LIFT.
• Driver's license B/BE, C/CE, wheel loader, motor vehicles.

Personal qualities:

You are meticulous and unpretentious, which also means you are a good team player. You are flexible and can handle temporary peaks in workload without losing focus. You are accustomed to working both independently and as part of a team. You handle Swedish and English fluently in both speech and writing and have good computer skills. Personal qualities will be given great importance during selection.

Your application should include a CV and a personal cover letter.

In the cover letter, we would like you to explain why you are suitable for this position.

Other:

• Employment type: Permanent, starting with a six-month probationary period.
• Position level: Military, SO 7 or Civil employment.
• Work location: Luleå.
• Start date: By agreement.
• Scheduled working hours. In certain situations, work may be performed at all hours of the day and under field conditions.
• Individual salary setting applies.
• Physical tests are conducted regularly.

Inquiries about the position can be made by:

Peder Salander, Deputy Head of the 32nd Aircraft Maintenance Company.

Trade unions:

OFR-S, SEKO, SACO, and OFR-O

All can be reached through the Swedish Armed Forces switchboard at 0920-23 40 00.

Welcome with your application!
Application deadline: 2025-12-31.

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 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 maritime target engagement.
• Intelligence gathering.
• Airlift transport.
• Support to other combat forces, total defense, and society at large.

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, 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 includes an obligation to be placed in wartime. The nature of this varies depending on the type of position.

When applying for employment, a CV and personal letter must be attached. If you proceed in the recruitment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.