Stockholm Amphibious Regiment is Hiring Soldiers

Stockholm Amphibious Regiment (Amf 1) is evolving and changing to meet future goals while living up to today's high standards. Our main activity consists of training combat units and maintaining readiness. Amf 1 is now seeking soldiers for the 2nd Amphibious Battalion, 2nd Naval Base Battalion, the Training Battalion, and the Equipment Company.

Main Responsibilities

Within the framework of GSS positions, responsibilities vary depending on the specific role.

We primarily expect that you have completed military service at Amf 1 within the last year, but applicants who have completed military service with equivalent training at another unit in recent years are also welcome to apply.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Completed military service/GU with a passing grade.
• Swim competent (400 m and lifesaving).
• Approved health examination and physical requirements for the position.

Personal Attributes

You are driven by a strong desire to develop and are prepared to put the needs of the group before your own. You can work both independently and as part of a team.

For the authority's mission to be successful, it is assumed that all employees act according to the existing values. The Swedish Armed Forces' values uphold the equal worth of all people, justice, and equality, and promote democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se)).

Great emphasis is placed on personal suitability.

Meritorious

• Completed military basic training at Amf 1.
• Driver's license B.

Other

Employment type: Fixed-term employment as GSS for six years. The Swedish Armed Forces applies a six-month probationary period for those who are not employed by the authority.

Employment degree: full-time

Salary: according to agreement.

Work location: Berga

Start date: by agreement, but no later than 2026-08-03

Inquiries about the positions

2.amfbat and utbbat: fj Alexander Stjernholm, email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

2.naval base battalion: örlkn Jim Ramel Kjellgren email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Equipment Company: öserg Diego Mouradian Cederholm email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Union Representatives

OFR-O: Michael Jarkö, email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Application

Applicants who do not complete military service at Amf 1 must attach:

• Personal letter,
• CV with at least two references
• Copies of high school diplomas
• Copies of military grades/evaluations
• Copies of training certificates
• If you are doing military service: a copy of the certificate of ongoing military service training

Incomplete applications will not be processed!

Deadline for applications: 2026-04-07

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

Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

Stockholm Amphibious Regiment (Amf 1) operates where water meets land and serves as the link between naval and army combat forces. The 2nd Amphibious Battalion's weapon systems allow us to operate in four dimensions: on and under the water surface, in the air, and on land. Thus, we can exert control over coastal areas. The 2nd Naval Base Battalion provides logistical support to the Navy's units and is both land and sea-based. Amf 1 trains soldiers, sailors, coastal rangers, and officers in various main services. Amf 1 is responsible for the production of combat units. The Amphibious Battalion, 2nd Naval Base Battalion, and Marine Military Base Haninge. The unit is based in Haninge (Berga).

Feel free to read more at https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/sv/organisation/stockholms-amfibieregemente-amf-1/ (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/sv/organisation/stockholms-amfibieregemente-amf-1/)

Every day and every hour, our employees make contributions that affect the lives of others, both in large and small ways, both at home and around the world.

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.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. Security screening with background checks will be conducted prior to employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment entails an obligation to be placed in a war position. The nature of this varies depending on the type of position.

Along with the application for employment, CV and personal letter must be attached. If you proceed in the employment process, certified copies of diplomas and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.