About the Unit

The Garnison Unit (GarnE) at Amf4 is primarily a supporting unit for other units within the Gothenburg garrison. As the Machinery Service Chief at the Equipment Section, you will be part of the Training and Support Division (UtbstödA) within GarnE, based in Gothenburg Käringberget.

Main Responsibilities

The overarching tasks involve the operation and maintenance of our boats. The unit has a fleet with various types of boats, including a base transport boat, combat boats, and several smaller motorboats. As MtjC, you will plan and perform preventive and corrective maintenance on our boats. You will also work with material management of our assigned equipment in System PRIO and serve as MtjC onboard the base transport boat at sea.

The tasks require a high degree of independence and social competence. The role also entails responsibility for the operations within your organization and ensuring that the activities conducted comply with applicable legislation and regulations issued by the Armed Forces.

You should be prepared to participate in and support unit exercises while keeping the needs of the units in focus. Some documentation preparation, administration of booking systems, and follow-up are natural parts of the job.

Requirements

• Approved specialist officer exam, at least OR 6
• Driving license B
• Meet FM physical requirements (approved within 6 months)
• Machine qualification at least M7
• Approved medical examination for seagoing personnel

Meritorious

• Driving licenses C, BE, CE
• Operator certificates (e.g., ATV, wheel loader, Ltgb, L-car, crane operator certificate, etc.)
• Trained in the Work Environment Act (MARA)/FM Better Work Environment
• Experience in Boat and Vessel Service
• Experience in leading and planning maintenance and inspections on boats/vessels
• CRM and maritime safety course for unit/vessel leadership

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is engaged, secure, and solution-oriented. You are a good team player while also being able to take initiative and responsibility, and lead to good collaboration. You possess social competence, a sense of service, and a good ability to express yourself in speech and writing.

The Armed Forces is a workplace where good health and a positive work climate 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.

For the authority's mission to be successful, it is expected that all employees act according to the values that exist. The Armed Forces' values uphold the equal worth of all people, justice, and equality, and promote democracy and human rights (read more about our values on our website).

Other

• Employment type: Permanent. The Armed Forces applies a six-month probationary period for those who are not employed by the authority.
• Employment rate: Full-time
• Work location: Gothenburg. Travel in service occurs, primarily within Sweden. Since operations may take place 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 , [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 the Machinery Service Chief at the Equipment Section with us at Amf 4, no later than 2026-01-18.

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

At Älvsborg Amphibious Regiment, in central Gothenburg, we operate where land meets sea and form an important link between army and naval forces. As a re-established regiment with garrison responsibility, we are growing and need 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.

In the Armed Forces, there is a strong value foundation based on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good conditions 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 screening 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.

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

Calls from external recruitment companies and sellers are not welcome.