Rescue Soldiers and Material Soldiers Wanted for R3 Platoon Kallax

We are now looking for individuals passionate about rescue services or those who want to work with heavy vehicles, machinery, and equipment. If you also want to develop in your role as a soldier, this is the right position for you!

Recruiting Unit

R3 Platoon Kallax is part of the R3 Company at Norrbotten Air Force Wing, F 21. The main tasks of R3 Company are to contribute to the unit's ability to provide take-off and landing opportunities for our aircraft and helicopters, thereby contributing to the air operational effect and training the conscripts of the unit.

The company must be able to establish and operate air bases anywhere in Sweden or abroad. Within the company, there are various functions, each crucial for delivering take-off and landing opportunities for our aircraft and helicopters.

The main tasks of the platoon are conscript training, airport rescue and field maintenance service, ordnance disposal, and decontamination of chemical warfare agents. R3 Platoon is now seeking rescue soldiers, field work soldiers, and material soldiers.

Main Responsibilities

Material Soldier

The main task of the material soldier is to support the platoon's material master in creating conditions for the platoon to operate, through corrective and preventive maintenance on the platoon's vehicles and equipment. During daily operations, you are also expected to support conscript training.

Rescue Soldier

The main task of the rescue soldier is to conduct live rescue operations. During daily operations, you are also expected to support conscript training.

Field Maintenance Soldier

The main task of the field maintenance soldier, together with the field maintenance leader, is to ensure that the air base is operational regardless of the weather. During daily operations, you are also expected to support conscript training.

• Maintain and operate military air bases
• Ordnance disposal and demolition service
• Operate heavy machinery such as wheel loaders, excavators, and heavy trucks with trailers

Your employment will begin with basic training for the position, and after that, you will continue to develop through training where you can choose to deepen your knowledge in the platoon's many areas of expertise.

You also have the opportunity to specialize in R3 service, e.g., further training in the handling of hazardous materials (CBRN), demolition service, ordnance disposal, chainsaw operation, wheel loader operation, and the platoon's reinforcement weapons.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are looking for someone who is hardworking, flexible, and can work independently under physical strain. Regardless of background, the most important thing is that you are a team player. You are careful and responsible as the position often involves working in smaller units for periods. You tackle problems directly when they arise and have a good ability to sense when it is time to act or hold back.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Completed military service, GMU, or GU with a passing grade
• Driver's license B

Personal Attributes

• High personal maturity as the position places great demands on judgment and integrity
• Good ability to work in a team
• High learning ability due to intensive training and exercises
• High flexibility as the training and operational environment is often dynamic

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Meritorious

• Basic trained or previously employed airfield worker or rescue soldier
• C/CE or military driver's license for heavy truck & heavy trailer
• Wheel loader according to TYA/BYN or military driver's license
• Experience with the PRIO system

Application Process

Applications will be evaluated against the stated requirements and other applicants, after which you will be contacted by a representative of the unit. Before employment, a background check, physical tests, and security interviews will be conducted.

Information About the Position

Information about the position can be obtained from Robin Öystilä. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact the F 21 HR department. Union representatives: OFR/S, OFR/O, SEKO, SACO. All can be reached via switchboard: 0920-23 40 00.

Other

The positions are fixed-term full-time employment. Employment is governed by the Swedish Armed Forces agreement for group leaders, soldiers, and sailors (GSS/K) and begins with a 6-month probationary period that transitions into an employment period of up to 8 years with the possibility of a 4-year extension.

Full-time employment. Start date by agreement with the employer. Work location Luleå.

Welcome with your application by 2026-04-01. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter. In the cover letter, we would like you to explain why you are suitable for this position. If you have already completed military service, you should attach certificates/grades from GMU or military service.

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

Information About the Swedish Armed Forces and the Recruiting Unit

Norrbotten Air Force Wing, F 21, is Sweden's northernmost air wing. The main base is in Luleå, with side bases in Jokkmokk and Vidsel. F 21 continuously trains to deliver the following air operational capabilities in both peace, crisis, and war:

• Control of airspace.
• Land and sea target combat.
• Intelligence gathering.
• Airlift transport.
• Support to other combat forces, total defense, and society at large.

F 21 defends - together with other units in the Swedish Armed Forces - Sweden, the country's interests, our freedom, and our right to live as we choose.

Together with the rest of the Air Force, we monitor and protect Sweden's airspace around the clock, year-round.

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 programs, and a good balance between work and private life.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Typically, 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. This obligation varies depending on the type of position.

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

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.