Vacant job

Do you want to contribute as a technical manager to the development of the socially important mapping activities carried out by the Geological Survey of Sweden with the research vessel Ocean Surveyor?

The marine geological operations at SGU provide Swedish authorities with the information needed for both Sweden's civil and military administration and security. For these missions, we have our own research vessel, Ocean Surveyor, and the smaller research boat, Ugglan.

Our team consists of marine geologists, biologists, technicians, instrument experts, environmental chemists, and sailors with varying experiences and skills, united by a strong focus on quality, societal benefit, and teamwork. We actively work for an inclusive work environment where everyone can contribute and develop.

Job Responsibilities

As a technical manager, you will be responsible for all ship technical equipment, fire safety equipment, bunkering operations, engine logbook, and the vessel's integrated automation system. The vessel has an E0 engine room, and you will be the sole engine officer on board. You will show great commitment to developing and streamlining work on board to achieve the organization's set goals, while working thoroughly and systematically with safety and workplace development.

You will contribute to ensuring that SGU's marine operations maintain high credibility and visibility in collaboration with other authorities and actors. Through your work, you will ensure that the vessel can meet the needs of partners. Your initiative and decisions will provide the mapping operations with the best conditions to achieve their goals.

From March to October, most of the work will take place offshore in 7 or 14-day field periods. During the winter, time will be allocated to the vessel in our winter harbor and one of our offices with good opportunities for remote work. Upgrades, maintenance, and training will be scheduled during this period. During the winter period when the vessel is laid up, standby duty is included in the position.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who has:

• certification as a ship engineer at least class III
• several years of experience as a senior officer
• Basic safety and AFF in accordance with STCW Manila
• valid medical certificate for seafarers
• very good ability to express yourself well in Swedish in both spoken and written form, as the working language on board is Swedish. You also need to be able to speak and write in English without any issues.
• experience working with automated dielectric propulsion systems
• driving license B

Desirable experiences and skills:

• previous professional experience as a technical manager
• work with ISM and quality systems
• good computer skills
• experience with digital technology

Your application should include an extract from the Transport Agency's register to support your qualifications and experiences.

Personal Qualifications

You are self-driven, responsible, and a good problem solver with the ability to see the big picture. You are service-oriented and open to others' opinions and experiences while sharing your own. The role of technical manager requires good leadership skills, high safety and confidentiality awareness, and good communication and collaboration skills with colleagues on board, within SGU, and with our partners.

About the Employment

Employment type: Permanent full-time position, where we apply a six-month probationary period. Start date by agreement or in June, but no later than July 2026.

Number of vacancies: 1

Work location: Uppsala

The position is security classified, and a security clearance including a background check will be conducted on the final candidate. Swedish citizenship and an approved security clearance are required before a hiring decision is made.

We apply an inclusive approach and strive for diversity in all aspects.

Application

Welcome with your application by March 22, 2026. Interviews may be conducted continuously during the application period. Your qualifications should be verifiable through original documents or a verified CV. As a government agency, SGU is subject to the principle of public access. This means that we are obliged to disclose your application documents if requested. SGU uses a web-based recruitment system through which you can apply via our website.

If you want to know more, please contact unit manager Björn Bergman, captain Mathias Nyström, technical manager Lars-Erik Johansson, or our union representatives: Otto Pile for Saco-S and Annika Törnkvist for ST-geologiska via our switchboard 018-17 90 00.

The recruitment is carried out by SGU internally, and we kindly ask recruitment companies and advertisement sellers not to call us.

About SGU

The Geological Survey of Sweden (SGU) is the authority for issues related to rocks, soil, and groundwater in Sweden. We provide geological information for societal needs in the short and long term. SGU is under the Ministry of Climate and Enterprise. Our vision is that Sweden has a sustainable societal development, that land and water areas are used and developed for the purposes they are best suited for, and that the mineral industry and other natural resource sectors are viable and responsible. SGU currently has about 300 employees, most of whom work in Uppsala. The rest are stationed at offices in Lund, Gothenburg, Malå, and Luleå. Read more at www.sgu.se

Diary number: 411-448/2026