Vacant job

Do you want to work in a team where technical expertise, collaboration, and societal benefit go hand in hand? Do you have offshore experience with marine surveying and a passion for developing operations? Then you are the one we are looking for!

The marine geological operations at SGU provide Swedish authorities with the information needed for both Sweden's civilian 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 surveyor, you will be an important part of our data collection operations and work closely with colleagues who have extensive experience in marine measurement technology. You will contribute to ensuring that our marine surveys maintain high quality and operational reliability. We have a group of four technicians and experienced surveyors that you will join, who together possess deep knowledge and extensive experience in all aspects of instruments and marine surveys. You will participate in the entire chain from planning and calibration to data collection and quality assurance.

From March to October, most of the work takes place offshore in 7 or 14-day field periods. Nominally, a field period is followed by a free period and a land period in a 1:1:1 ratio, but we adjust schedules individually as much as possible.

During the winter, time is spent on the vessel in our winter harbor and at one of our offices with good opportunities for remote work. Training, conferences, and technology fairs are scheduled for this period.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who is/has:

• Relevant education or work experience that the employer deems equivalent
• Good technical understanding of measurement systems and related equipment
• Good knowledge of serial signals, network signals, electronics, and mechanics
• Experience in hydroacoustic data collection
• Good ability to express yourself in Swedish and English
• Driver's license B

Desirable experiences and qualifications:

• CAT -A or CAT-B training, or work experience in hydrographic surveying
• Experience in data processing
• Experience in offshore work as a surveyor
• Experience in maintenance and commissioning of hydroacoustic systems
• Master VIII certificate or higher level
• Basic safety
• Valid medical certificate for seafarers
• Experience with ROV/ROTV/USV

We consider the whole and offer development in several areas.

Personal Qualifications

You work in a structured and quality-conscious manner and appreciate being part of a team where you support each other and share expertise. You contribute to a safe and professional work environment on board and are flexible regarding work at sea.

About the Employment

Employment type: Permanent full-time position with a six-month probationary period. We are looking for staff from all parts of the country. There are good opportunities for remote work. Start date as soon as possible by agreement.

Number of vacancies: 1

Work location: Uppsala or Gothenburg, please indicate in your application which location you are applying for.

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

Application

Welcome with your application by March 24, 2026. Interviews may be conducted on an ongoing basis during the application period. Your qualifications must be verifiable through the presentation of original documents or a verified CV. We apply an inclusive approach and strive for diversity in all aspects. 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 someone requests them. SGU uses a web-based recruitment system that you can apply through via our website.

If you want to know more, please contact unit manager Björn Bergman or senior surveyor Daniel Pedersen 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 in-house, and we kindly ask recruitment companies and advertisement sellers to refrain from calling.

About SGU

The Geological Survey of Sweden (SGU) is the authority for matters concerning rocks, soil, and groundwater in Sweden. We provide geological information for society's 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. Others are stationed at offices in Lund, Gothenburg, Malå, and Luleå. Read more at www.sgu.se

Diary number: 411-196/2026