About the Unit

The Garnison Unit primarily serves as a supporting unit to other units within the Gothenburg garrison. As a Shipmaster/Boatmaster, you belong to the Equipment Section of the Garnison Unit, which is part of the Älvsborg Amphibious Regiment, Amf4.

Main Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities include planning and conducting maritime transport operations within the Gothenburg Garrison, such as personnel/goods and shipyard transports, planning and partially performing preventive maintenance on own boats, and participating in remedial maintenance work.

You will also participate in and support unit exercises, as well as assist others at the garrison with various port activities. Work with our war organization is also a significant part of the job.

Requirements

• Specialist officer training at least OR 6
• Maritime qualification at least N8.
• Driving license B
• ROC (radio certificate)
• Approved medical examination for seagoing personnel
• Meet FM physical requirements (approved within 6 months)

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is engaged, meticulous, and orderly. You are a good teammate while also taking initiative and responsibility. You have social skills, a sense of service, and a good ability to express yourself in speech and writing. The Swedish Armed Forces is a workplace where good health and a positive work environment are important factors. Therefore, you have an interest in your personal health and understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle for a successful professional life. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Meritorious

• Mechanical engineering qualification M8 (engine officer class VIII)
• Experience as Shipmaster/Boatmaster
• Other ship qualifications
• Driving license C
• Forklift license

Other

Employment type: Permanent position as a continuously serving specialist officer (SO/K)

Employment rate: Full-time
Work location: Gothenburg.
Travel in service occurs, mainly within Sweden. Since operations may occur outside regular working hours, working hours may be shifted to evenings/nights and weekends.
Start date: as soon as possible by agreement.
Salary: Individual salary setting applies.

Information about the Position

Head of Equipment Section, Fj Ingemar Bjurö, 0708-456347.

Information about the Recruitment Process

Recruitment Coordinator G1 Claudia Kremer [email protected]

Union Representatives

SEKO, Urban Hellqvist, [email protected]
OF Amf 4 Niklas Bryngelsson, [email protected]
Defense Union Anja Aghester, [email protected]
SACO [email protected]

We warmly welcome your application with an accompanying CV and cover letter explaining why you are suitable as a Boatmaster at the Equipment Section, Amf 4, by 2026-01-18.

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

At the Älvsborg Amphibious Regiment, in central Gothenburg, we operate where land meets sea and serve as an important link between army and naval forces. As a re-established regiment with garrison responsibility, we are growing and in need of more competent officers, soldiers, and civilian employees to continue developing the unit for its important task: Defending Sweden's many coastal archipelagos and protecting our routes into Scandinavia's largest port to safeguard Sweden's strategic imports.

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 also includes an obligation to be placed in wartime. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

Applications for employment must include a CV and cover letter. If you proceed in the hiring process, certified copies of diplomas and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.