Vacant job

The Swedish Armed Forces exist to defend Sweden. Our mission requires a broad range of operations. As an employee, you will become an important part of Sweden's defense. Imagine going to work and contributing to a safer future? We are growing and are now looking for a Material Handler to strengthen our team.

About the Unit

The Uppland and Västmanland Group (UVG) trains and administers the Home Guard and National Protection Forces, and supports voluntary organizations within Uppland and Västmanland counties. The Home Guard units supported by UVG are the 21st and 22nd Home Guard Battalions, the 214th Home Guard Reconnaissance Company, and the 215th and 224th Home Guard Bands.

UVG is part of the Middle Military Region (MR M).

Main Responsibilities

As a Material Handler, you will have knowledge of the Swedish Armed Forces' materiel within your area of responsibility and handle materiel and supply logistics.

Examples of tasks include:

• Physically handle materiel within the framework of warehouse and transport services.
• Conduct practical warehouse and transport services for materiel.
• Collaborate closely with the Material Officer and prepare materiel for storage or transport.
• Assist units together with the Material Officer with:
• Training and conducting basic inspections (GT).
• Joining the commandant and support group during unit exercises.
• Performing other tasks occurring at the unit.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Approved high school diploma.
• Driver's license B and C.
• Forklift operator certificate.
• Good knowledge of warehouse and transport services.
• Good physical fitness (FM physical standard).

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is solution-oriented, responsible, and has the ability to switch between details and the big picture. You should be accustomed to working both independently and in a team. The role of Material Handler involves significant collaboration with various units and individuals, so we value that you are communicative.

You need to be structured, meticulous, and able to plan and prioritize your work effectively, even in situations with many balls in the air or when conditions change.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant experience with the Swedish Armed Forces or experience deemed equivalent by the employer.
• Previous work with Swedish Armed Forces materiel and good knowledge of materiel.
• Relevant experience working with digital monitoring systems (Prio and LIFT).
• BVKF and ADR certificates.
• Military operator certificate.

Other

Employment type: Civil employment

Employment level: Full-time.

Work location: Enköping/Uppsala

Start date: By agreement.

Salary: Individual salary setting.

Upon employment, you will be war-placed (assigned to wartime duties).

This is a permanent position. The Swedish Armed Forces apply a six-month probationary period for those not already employed by the agency. The position includes travel (primarily within Sweden), recurring on-call duty, and participation in exercises.

Information about the position

For questions about the position and the recruitment process, contact the recruiting manager Peter Hübner via the switchboard at 08-788 75 00.

Union Representatives

SACO – Christer Lindberg

SEKO – Anna Löfgren

OFRO – Thomas Marcusson

OFRS – Örjan Jansson

All can be reached via the switchboard at 08-788 75 00.

Application

We welcome your application by August 24, 2026. Your application must include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position, as well as answers to the specified selection questions.

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

Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

The Middle Military Region (MR M) is a wartime unit and an organizational unit where the Commander and Staff are located in Kungsängen. The organization consists of the Commander with staff, six training groups for training and support of the Home Guard, and approx. 7,000 Home Guard soldiers organized in eleven battalions and a number of independent units. The Commander of the Middle Military Region with regional staff leads subordinate units, collaborates with regional and local actors, leads security and intelligence services, and supports operational and tactical commanders solving tasks within the region. The region also acts as a link between the Swedish Armed Forces and civil society, having active cooperation with the county administrative board and the region. If necessary, MR M also leads operations, for example in national crisis situations and support to society. The Military Region performs tasks in peace, crisis, and war.

The organization and area of operation of the Middle Military Region cover the geographical counties of Stockholm, Uppsala, Södermanland, Västmanland, Dalarna, and Gävleborg. Training groups and Home Guard units exist in each county.

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 opportunities for internal career mobility, wellness programs, and a good balance between work and private life.

The Swedish Armed Forces utilize the qualities that diversity and equal gender distribution bring to the operations. We therefore welcome applicants with different backgrounds and experiences in our recruitment. Employment with us implies placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required.

A security investigation with register check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment entails an obligation to be war-placed. The employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The meaning of this varies depending on the type of position.

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

Phone calls from external recruitment agencies and salespeople are declined.