Vacant job

5th Amphibious Battalion is growing and developing. We are looking for more competent individuals who wish to contribute to the development of the unit for its crucial task: defending Sweden's coastal archipelago areas and protecting our sea routes into Scandinavia's largest port, in order to safeguard Sweden's strategically important flows.

5th Amphibious Battalion is the right place for you if you want to become part of the strength and pride of the west coast. We are looking for knowledgeable, orderly, and self-reliant individuals who want to join us in our development towards the amphibious forces of the future. Do you want a challenging and varied job in an archipelago environment where your physical and mental capabilities are tested? A job where teamwork and self-discipline are prerequisites for success, regardless of where we carry out our mission? Then apply for the position at the Amphibious Company!

Who are we?

5th Amphibious Battalion in Gothenburg is a highly mobile unit with fast combat boats. The battalion's main task is combat in archipelago and coastal areas. We are a development unit with significant growth in personnel, equipment, and capabilities, which means good opportunities for a developing soldier position within several specializations.

Currently, the battalion is organized into three companies: 504. Amphibious Rifle Company with rifle combat supported by mortars, 505. Maintenance Company with logistics and medical platoons, and 502. Amphibious Company which conducts sea target combat with missile and mine units, where the battalion's command and communication capabilities are centralized.

The Command Platoon is currently organized as part of 502. Amphibious Company. The Command Platoon is staffed primarily by combat control and communications soldiers. Combat control soldiers serve staffs and help commanders at various levels compile and transfer information. Communications soldiers work with establishing and operating the battalion's communication network, primarily in the form of radio links.

The position on the Command Platoon involves daily development of own competence through further education, physical training, and routine service to ensure that our systems and platforms are operational.

This recruitment covers:

• Systems Technician
• Systems Mechanic

The position includes ranks OR1-5.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Completed and approved conscription service
• Completed position training as a Systems Technician or Systems Mechanic
• Upper secondary education with passing grades
• Swimming proficiency 400 m
• Lifeguarding: 25 m swimming, 3 m dive, 25 m towing of a dummy
• Physical status corresponding to FM FysS 3

Personal Attributes

Many of the battalion's tasks are very demanding, which is why special requirements are placed on our soldiers both physically and mentally. You are stress-resistant, self-reliant, flexible, and always do your best to solve the task at hand.

Meritorious

• Conscription/basic training/service within the Amphibious Corps
• Category B driver's license

Other

Employment type: Full-time GSS/K-service with a fixed-term employment of 6 years, including 6 months probationary period upon new employment. Individual salary setting applies according to agreement.

Work location: Västra Frölunda, Gothenburg.

Travel and evening/weekend duty occur.

Start date: Week 631

After the selection process, you may be called to a test day. This takes place at Gothenburg Garrison in June. During the test day, your suitability is assessed, while physical tests and interviews are conducted.

Information about the position

Fk Ronja-Lo Dolving
Platoon Commander, Command Platoon
070 641 88 41
[email protected] (mailto:[email protected]?subject=LogisticsOfficer%20G4)

Union Representatives:

OF-Amf4: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
SEKO: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
Försvarsförbundet: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
SACO: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

We warmly welcome your application with the following:

• CV and cover letter, explaining why you are applying for the position with us
• Contact details for two-three references (of which at least one is a military commander)
• Copies of:
• Driver's license and any military service record
• Certificate of completed military basic training
• Civil upper secondary grades
• Any service evaluation from international service

Welcome your application by 2026-06-15.

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

At Älvsborg Amphibious Regiment, in central Gothenburg, we operate where land meets sea and form an important link between the army and naval forces. As a re-established regiment with garrison responsibility, we are growing and need more competent officers, soldiers, and civilian employees who continue to develop the unit for its important task: defending Sweden's many coastal archipelago areas and protecting our routes into Scandinavia's largest port in order to safeguard Sweden's strategic imports.

In the Swedish Defence 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 conditions for internal career mobility, wellness programs, and a good balance between work and private life.

An employment with us involves placement in a security class. Swedish citizenship is usually required. Security screening with register check will be conducted prior to 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 cover 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. Calls from external recruitment agencies and salespeople are declined.