Logistics Assistant to the Swedish Armed Forces

The Swedish Armed Forces is in an expansion phase and on a comprehensive growth journey. Here you have the opportunity to work in an engaged and close-knit team where you can develop while contributing to the organization's development journey. Does this sound like something for you? Read on!

About the Unit

At the Military Academy Karlberg (MHS K), basic officer training is conducted for cadets as part of the three-year Officer Program (OP) led by the Swedish Defence University (FHS). The OP leads to a professional degree of 180 higher education credits and the rank of second lieutenant upon employment in the Swedish Armed Forces.

In parallel, the Cadet Battalion conducts military professional training during the so-called Defence Forces Time (FMT), which includes leadership and individual development, military skills, and physical training. The Cadet Battalion supports the Swedish Defence University in the implementation of the Officer Program, primarily regarding exercise planning, safety, and logistics during exercises.

Main Responsibilities

As a logistics assistant, you will be part of the battalion's logistics department. You will support the logistics department with both simple and complex tasks within the unit, such as orders, bookings, material service, and catering. You will also participate as logistics support during the battalion's exercise activities.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Completed and approved military basic training
• Current and relevant work experience in the aforementioned tasks
• Good ability to express yourself verbally and in writing

Personal Qualities

The work as a logistics assistant requires you to have high integrity and be proactive with good judgment. You are meticulous and unpretentious, which also means that you are a good team player. You have the ability to express your opinions verbally and in writing, are clear and communicative. Flexibility and adaptability are desirable qualities. In the selection process, great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities, suitability, and achieved results in previous areas of activity.

MERITORIOUS

• Military driver's license for heavy truck
• Previous GSS-K/T within logistics function
• Experience handling the Swedish Armed Forces' IT systems

Other

Employment form: 12 months special fixed-term employment
Employment rate: Full-time
Work location: Solna, may include business trips
Individual salary setting applies
Start date: By agreement

Information about the position can be provided by Department Head Alexandra Wettervik.

Information about the recruitment process can be provided by HR Manager Lena Rinalder.

Union representatives:
Johan Danko OFR/O
Stefan Ragnebrink OFR/S
Carla Vidén SACO
Lise-Lotte Larsson SEKO

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

Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

At the Military Academy Karlberg, the basic three-year officer training is conducted together with the Swedish Defence University. The school also houses the Management Unit, Veterans Center, the Swedish Armed Forces unit for Sports and Physical Performance, the Local Planning Unit Mid, and the School Unit.

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

The Swedish Armed Forces gives you the opportunity to develop as a person and grow in your professional role. We are a responsible employer and have an open organization where we support each other.

In the Swedish 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 conditions for internal career mobility, wellness, and a good balance between work and private life.

The Swedish Armed Forces harnesses the qualities that diversity and gender balance bring to the organization. Therefore, we welcome applicants with different backgrounds and experiences in our recruitments.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security check with a background check will be conducted prior to 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 recruitment process, certified copies of diplomas and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.