Material Officer at the Swedish Armed Forces

The Swedish Armed Forces exist to defend Sweden. Our mission requires a wide range of operations. As an employee with us, you will become an important part of Sweden's defense. Imagine going to work and contributing to a safer future! We are growing and are now looking for a Material Officer to strengthen our team.

About the Unit

The Uppland and Västmanland Group (UVG) trains and administers the Home Guard and national protection forces, as well as supports volunteer organizations within Uppland and Västmanland counties. The Home Guard units supported by UVG are the 21st and 22nd Home Guard Battalions, the 214th Hvund Company, the 215th Hv Music Corps, and the 224th Hv Music Corps. UVG is part of the Central Military Region (MR M).

Main Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Participate in material inventories and inspections.
Support the Home Guard Battalions regarding material issues and material maintenance.
Good material knowledge to understand the overall systems used.
Monitor and report on FM internal systems (LIFT, SAP) on behalf of the units.
Responsible for inventory in internal systems for at least one battalion.
Together with material handlers assist units with: Training and execution of basic inspections (GT).
Structure and management of physical inventories.
Handle orders and needs assessment for at least one battalion.
Be part of the command and support group during unit exercises.
Perform other tasks as needed within the unit.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

Education at least at the high school level
Good computer skills and strong administrative ability
Good knowledge of Prio, LIFT, and the Office suite
Ability to express yourself well in spoken and written Swedish
Driving license B
Work experience in handling materials in digital tracking systems

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who is solution-oriented, responsible, and has a good ability to switch between details and the big picture. You should be comfortable working independently as well as in a team. The role of Material Officer involves a lot of collaboration with different units and individuals, so we value strong communication skills. You need to be structured, meticulous, and able to plan and prioritize your work effectively, even in situations with many tasks or when conditions change.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

DESIRABLE

Experience from the Swedish Armed Forces or the activities of voluntary defense organizations.
Military driving licenses
Driving license C

Other Information

Employment type: Permanent position. The Swedish Armed Forces applies a six-month probationary period for those not currently employed by the agency.

Employment level: Full-time.

Work location: Enköping/Uppsala (the position involves periods of absence from the work location).

Start date: By agreement.

Salary: Individual salary setting.

The position may involve travel (mainly within Sweden), recurring readiness, and participation in exercises.

Upon employment, you will receive combat training and be assigned to the position and cannot combine this with another military assignment.

Inquiries about the Position

If you have questions about the position and the recruitment process, please contact the recruiting manager Peter Hübner at the switchboard 08-788 75 00.

Union Representatives

SACO – Christer Lindberg
SEKO – Anna Löfgren
OFRO – Thomas Marcusson
OFRS – Örjan Jansson
All can be reached via the switchboard at 08-788 75 00.

Application

Welcome with your application by January 12, 2026. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position, as well as answers to the specified selection questions.

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