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Civil Airport Personnel Wanted for R3 Platoon in Vidsel - F 21

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F 21 is looking for 2 civil airport personnel for the R3 platoon in Vidsel.

Norrbotten Air Force Wing, F 21, is Sweden's northernmost air wing. The main base is in Luleå with sub-bases in Jokkmokk and Vidsel. F 21's mission is to deliver air operational effect through the combat aircraft squadrons and JAS39. F 21 has one of the world's largest air exercise areas used by both Swedish Air Force units and units from other countries.

Unit seeking personnel:

You will be part of the R3 platoon in Vidsel belonging to the R3 company and F 21. Our platoon in Vidsel ensures that the airport operates according to the requirements set by regulations and the airport manager.

Main responsibilities:

  • Operational airport service at Vidsel airport including, among other things, airport rescue service, airfield maintenance service, and other tasks assigned to an airport function
  • Military training activities, maintaining competence and physical status
  • Maintenance and care of existing equipment and vehicles
  • The position may involve training at another location and travel in service
  • You are employed as a civil servant but will serve as a combatant in the Armed Forces' operational units and be assigned to a war position

Qualifications:

Physical requirements

  • Approved medical examination
  • Approved work ECG, not older than 6 months
  • Passed treadmill test with a load of 200 W for at least six minutes
  • Good vision (with correction)

There is an opportunity to conduct treadmill tests, work ECG, and medical examinations in connection with any job interview at the wing.

Requirements

  • Driver's license class B

Personal qualities

Your personal qualities are characterized by great accuracy, a high level of safety awareness, and a good ability to cooperate and meet other people. Great importance will be placed on personal suitability.

Meritorious

  • Driver's license for the Armed Forces' rescue vehicles and airfield work vehicles
  • Experience from airport operations and/or airfield maintenance service
  • Approved airport firefighter for both military and civil aviation
  • Driver's license for tracked vehicles
  • Driver's license for wheel loaders
  • Training in rescue services
  • Smoke diver training
  • Good ability to express oneself in speech and writing in English
  • Driver's license class C and CE
  • Knowledge, experience, or interest in construction machinery

Other

  • Work location: Vidsel
  • Employment category: civil servant (100%)
  • Work outside regular hours may occur
  • Probationary employment for six months applies

Further information about the position can be obtained from Anton Pardén or Johan Nygren.

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please call HR F 21.

Trade unions: OFR-S, SEKO, SACO, OFR-O

All can be reached through F 21 switchboard, phone 0920-23 40 00.

Welcome with your application by 2026-03-20. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter. In the cover letter, describe why you are applying for this position. Your CV should include a summary of your education and other merits.

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


Information about the 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 sub-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.
  • Ground and sea target combat.
  • Intelligence gathering.
  • Airborne transport.
  • Support to other combat forces, total defense, and society at large.

F 21 defends - together with other units in the 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 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, and a good balance between work and private life.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. Security clearance with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be assigned to a war position. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

To the application 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.

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