The Position

Do you want to be part of the Swedish Armed Forces' growth in Skövde Garrison and contribute to building a stronger defense? Then we welcome your application to P 4 Supply Department for a logistics job within supply operations characterized by forward-thinking and development. We are looking for someone who wants to work with both practical and administrative tasks within storage and material supply. As a member of our team, your first year of employment will be marked by training, both through peer training in Skövde and courses at other locations so that you can later work in various functions, including:

• Supplying conscripts and employees with clothing material, from underwear to combat equipment.
• Working with issuing, receiving, accounting for, and storing heavier materials and vehicles that the units need for their training and readiness.

About the Unit

P 4 Supply Department is part of the Logistics Unit in Skövde Garrison, tasked with providing the units with the supplies and services needed to train and exercise combat units.

Main Responsibilities

The workdays are varied with practical tasks both indoors and outdoors, as well as administrative tasks to ensure accurate inventory balances. Therefore, good computer skills are required. Initially, the work focuses on issuing uniforms to soldiers (equipping) and participating in laundry changes and returning uniforms (de-equipping). At a later stage, you will learn about various material systems. You need to have good physical ability and a positive attitude towards training; we train strength and endurance for 3 hours a week during working hours. Heavy lifting is common, and work is performed outdoors regardless of weather and season. The section's common tasks include inventory, customer contact, and collaboration with other sections within the Supply Department.

About the Job

• Participate in training to manage the existing material systems.
• Deliver supplies and services to all units in Skövde Garrison.
• Customer contact during the delivery and receipt of materials.
• Account for materials in our accounting systems LIFT and PRIO (SAP).

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Good computer skills and experience working in PC/Network (Windows environment).
• Good physical ability. Heavy lifting occurs, and work is often performed in outdoor environments regardless of weather.
• High school education or competence acquired through work experience deemed equivalent by the employer.
• Driver's license *B*
• Good ability to express yourself in speech and writing.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who is interested in a job with a high degree of independence. Trust is very important as you will have a significant responsibility for solving assigned tasks. You are structured and a good organizer while enjoying juggling many tasks. You are results-oriented in your work approach and enjoy taking your own initiatives. You are driven and work towards development and improvement. You want to support the process of the Armed Forces' growth in an engaged manner. In the Armed Forces, we work in teams, so you must have good collaboration skills.

Great emphasis is placed on personal suitability.

DESIRABLE

• Driver's license or certification for heavy truck with trailer.
• Authorization for support legs and counterbalance forklifts as well as wheel loaders.
• Experience with the Armed Forces' data systems such as LIFT and PRIO (SAP).

For the authority's mission to be successful, all employees must act according to the Armed Forces' values, which uphold the equal value of all people, justice, and equality, and promote democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se).

Other

• Employment type: Permanent employment starting with a six-month probationary period.
• Employment degree: Full-time. Normal working hours are 07:00-16:00, evening or weekend work may occur. Work location: Skövde and, in some periods, Älvdalen shooting range. Travel in service occurs for both work and training. You will be assigned to a position within the P 4 logistics organization, which means you will receive training on what is expected of you in heightened readiness.
• Start date: By agreement.

For inquiries about the position, contact:

Therese Hägg: 010-826 50 00

Union Representatives:

Defense Union (OFR-S), Britt Dahlman and SEKO-F Christer Florin. All can be reached via the switchboard at 010-826 50 00

Application Deadline

Welcome with your application no later than 2026-02-23. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position.

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

Information about the Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

Skaraborg Regiment, P 4 has operations from Älvdalen in the north to Remmene in the south. The leadership is located in Skövde, where most of the conscript training takes place. The regiment's task is to recruit and train conscripts and personnel for two armored battalions, a heavy transport company, and a brigade reconnaissance company. P 4 is also responsible for a brigade staff that, in times of crisis and war, will lead large parts of the army's units.

Please read more at https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/p4 (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/p4)

Every day and every hour, our employees make contributions that affect other people's lives, both big and small, at home as well as around the world.

In the Armed Forces, there is 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. Security screening with background checks will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. With employment comes an obligation to be assigned to a position in wartime. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

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

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.