About Us

The Swedish Armed Forces Logistics (FMLOG) is responsible for logistics support to units, schools, and centers within the Swedish Armed Forces, both nationally and internationally. Within FMLOG, the Swedish Armed Forces Transport Unit holds functional management responsibility for the transport service and is tasked with coordinating the execution of the Armed Forces' strategic and operational transports of personnel, equipment, and entire units. Transports include air, sea, road, and rail, both within and outside Sweden.

The Staff Department

The department organizes various specialist and support functions, including HR, finance, infrastructure, and materiel. It also organizes a section dedicated to safety work within the transport unit. The safety section has a broad scope of responsibility, handling both general and unit-specific safety issues.

About the Position

As Section Chief, you are responsible for leading, distributing, and coordinating the work at the safety section. You have personnel responsibility for the section's employees, including responsibility for the working environment and salary setting. As Deputy Safety Officer, you serve as the transport unit's contact person for safety-related matters and maintain close cooperation with the Safety Officer for FMLOG. You provide direct support to the Transport Unit Commander on safety issues, such as safety analysis and security planning, and act as the presenter in the unit's management group.

Requirements

• Completed upper secondary education
• Passed result from a centrally organized training for safety officers by the Swedish Armed Forces, or equivalent knowledge acquired otherwise
• At least three years of experience in safety work within a government agency
• Current and relevant experience as a manager or team leader
• Good ability to express yourself orally and in writing in both Swedish and English
• Class B driver's license (manual transmission)

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is solution-oriented, structured, and strives for high-quality results. You are responsible, careful in making correct trade-offs and prioritizations, confident in leading, an active listener, and communicate without ego. You possess a high level of safety awareness while being service-oriented. Personal suitability will be given great weight.

Merits

• Academic education relevant to the position
• Experience working with signal protection

Values

For the agency's mission to be successful, all employees are expected to act according to the established values. The values of the Swedish Armed Forces uphold the equal value of all people, justice, and equality, and promote democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se)).

Other Information

• Employment Type: Permanent employment starting with a six-month probationary period (for those not currently employed by the Swedish Armed Forces)
• Employment Level: Full-time
• Location: Stockholm
• Civilian Position
• Business travel required
• Start Date: As soon as possible, by agreement

Information about the Position and Recruitment Process

Please contact the hiring manager, Maria Hedman, via the switchboard: 08-788 75 00.

Union Representatives:
OFR/O Peter Andersson
OFR/S Håkan Antonsson/Stina Gustavsson
SEKO Eva-Britt Steen
SACO Magdalena Sewall
All reachable via the switchboard: 08-788 75 00

Application

Please submit your application no later than 2026-04-14. Your application must include a CV and a cover letter motivating why you are suitable for this position.

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

Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the Recruiting Unit

FMLOG supports combat units in performing their tasks at all readiness levels. We contribute to increased sustainability by planning, stocking, delivering, and coordinating the need for supplies and transports.

FMLOG's unique competence, combining civilian and military expertise, contributes to delivery security and availability. Together, we ensure that the Swedish Armed Forces' operational capability is maintained nationally and internationally.

The Swedish Armed Forces have a strong value system based on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good conditions for internal career mobility, wellness programs, and a good work-life balance.

Employment with us implies placement in a security class. Swedish citizenship is usually required. A security clearance with register control will be conducted prior to employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment entails an obligation to be assigned to war duties. The position also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The nature of this varies depending on the type of position.

If you proceed in the employment process, certified copies of certificates and diplomas must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment agencies and salespeople are declined.