Vacant job

Sweden's most beautiful workplace is looking for a

Messman

For the icebreakers

The Swedish Maritime Administration's icebreakers keep Sweden open when winter is at its toughest. When the fairways freeze over, it is our crews that ensure that commercial shipping can continue – and as a messman, you are an important part of the machinery that makes everyday life on board function.
We are currently looking for 2-3 messmen for our icebreakers that operate both in harsh winter conditions and in various assignments during the ice-free part of the year.

Job Responsibilities
As a messman, you are the hub of comfort on board. You:

• ensure that common areas are clean, welcoming, and functional for a crew that works in shifts around the clock.
• are responsible for ship cleaning and maintaining order in the spaces that everyone uses.
• support the cook in the cold pantry and help prepare meals that provide energy during long work shifts.
• assist with serving and provisioning – an important part of keeping the ship running during longer periods at sea.

This is a role for you who enjoys order, service, and being part of a close-knit team where everyone contributes to the whole.

You will be employed by the Swedish Maritime Administration's Shipping Company, which means you may also serve on other vessels within the fleet.

Who are you?
To be considered for the role of Messman, you must have:

• a valid medical certificate for seafarers
• Basic Safety certificate

It is advantageous if you have:

• previous experience as a messman
• previous experience in restaurants or other service professions
• Medical First Aid certificate

We place great importance on your personal qualities. The work involves close collaboration with the rest of the crew on the ship, which requires you to have good teamwork skills while also taking responsibility for your tasks and being self-sufficient. You are also attentive and eager to learn new tasks and working methods.

Why choose the Swedish Maritime Administration?
The Swedish Maritime Administration is a service-producing government agency within the transport sector. Our work environment is unique, and our mission is unique – Sweden's most beautiful workplace. Our mission is to develop transport and shipping in line with the decisions of the parliament and government. Our business idea is to offer efficient sea routes, modern services, and maritime partnerships for growth, competitiveness, and sustainable development.

The Swedish Maritime Administration offers a pleasant work environment with good opportunities to balance work and private life. We have a clear identity and a strong brand. We are a development-oriented organization and constantly work to develop our employees and maintain our satisfied customers. If we are the right organization for you, it is natural for you to act in a professional, open, and committed manner. Our work is based on the state value framework, and we also actively work for equality, diversity, and inclusion and see it as a given that you share our views.

How and when?
This recruitment is for a permanent position expected to be filled as soon as possible.
Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis.

The Swedish Maritime Administration may apply a six-month probationary period.
The position may involve military placement at the Swedish Maritime Administration.

The position may require Swedish citizenship. A security clearance with a background check may be conducted before a job offer is made.

Inquiries:
Personnel planner Christine Bergius, [email protected]
Maria Bartuma, [email protected]

Union representatives:
Saco-S Patrik Wikand, OFR/ST Carl Cremonese, Seko Ib Bergström, all can be reached via our switchboard 0771–630000.

Application:
Register your application, along with a current seafarer service extract from the Transport Agency to verify your qualifications and certificates, no later than April 12, 2026.
Diary number: 26-02337

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