Safety and Fire Coordinator

Luleå University of Technology is experiencing strong growth with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based in the Arctic region, we create global societal benefits. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national, and regional companies, public actors, and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of nearly 2.1 billion SEK per year. We currently have 1,900 employees and 18,700 students.

In the coming years, multi-billion investments will be made in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in large projects aimed at a more sustainable society both nationally and globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly relevant research projects and the societal transformation that follows. We have a wide range of educational offerings to match the skills that are in demand. We hope you want to help us build the sustainable companies and societies of the future.

We are now looking for a Safety and Fire Coordinator for our Property and Service Department – a role for you who want to develop and coordinate the work with physical security and fire protection at the university, where you contribute to a safe, sustainable, and secure university environment for students, employees, and visitors.

About the Role

As a Safety and Fire Coordinator, you have a central role in strengthening the university's physical security and fire protection. The focus is on the security area, where you are responsible for managing, setting requirements for, and developing the university's security systems, routines, and working methods. You work both strategically, by developing governance and processes, and operationally, through advice, incident management, and training efforts.

You collaborate closely with the Security Manager, Occupational Safety and Health Coordinator, Gas and Chemical Coordinator, Local Planners, and other support functions as well as with external actors such as emergency services, police, and security providers.

Examples of Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the university's locking, alarm, and access systems (e.g., ASSA Clic, ARX, and access cards).
• Be the requirement setter and purchaser in procurement of security services, security systems, and fire protection solutions.
• Participate in fire protection rounds, training, and SBA work.
• Coordinate and order security technical measures in construction and local projects.
• Provide advice and support in physical technical security, access management, and personal safety.
• Develop routines, governing documents, and training materials within the security area.
• Follow up and analyze security incidents and contribute to continuous improvements.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Relevant university degree in security, risk management, fire protection, civil protection, or equivalent competence that we assess as equivalent.
• Several years of experience in security work in larger organizations, preferably in the public sector or academic environment.
• Good knowledge of physical security, including locking, alarm, access, and surveillance systems.
• Ability to work both strategically and operationally and lead development work within security and fire protection.
• Good communication skills in Swedish and English, both orally and in writing.

Meritorious

• Advanced training in security protection, physical security, crisis and continuity management, or systematic fire protection work.
• Experience in systematic fire protection work (SBA).
• Experience in procurement and requirement setting of security technical systems.
• Knowledge of building fire protection and fire technical installations.
• Experience in collaboration with authorities such as the Police Authority, MSB, or Emergency Services.

Personal Qualities

You are analytical, structured, and communicative with the ability to build trust and collaborate broadly. You have integrity, good judgment, and a genuine interest in safety and fire protection issues. You enjoy driving development, creating order and clarity, and seeing the big picture in complex environments. Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities.

Scope and Location

The position is a permanent full-time employment based in Luleå. A probationary period may be applied. Start date is according to agreement. The position may require a security clearance according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585).

Additional Information

If you have questions about the position, please contact Fredrik Edfast, Department Head, 0920-49 3947, [email protected] or Mats Widgren, Occupational Safety Engineer, 0920-49 2558 [email protected]

Union representatives: SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037, [email protected] or OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 [email protected]

Do you want to be part of our team? Do not hesitate to submit your application! We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below, where you attach a cover letter and CV/resume and diploma. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Applications and diplomas must be written in Swedish or English.

Application deadline: February 19, 2026

Reference number: 1104-2026