Vacant job

5th Amphibian Battalion is growing and developing. We need more competent individuals to continue developing the unit for its important task: to defend Sweden's many coastal archipelago areas and protect our routes into Scandinavia's largest port, in order to safeguard Sweden's strategically important flows.

5th Amphibian Battalion is for you who want to become part of the strength and pride of the west coast. We are looking for skilled, 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 abilities are put to the test? A job where teamwork and self-discipline are prerequisites for success, regardless of where we carry out our mission? Then apply for the position as Private in the Amphibian Company!

Who are we?

• The Amphibian 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. Amphibian Rifle Company with rifle combat supported by mortars, 505. Maintenance Company with logistics and medical platoons, and 502. Amphibian Company, which conducts sea target combat with missile and mine units, where the battalion's command and communications capabilities are concentrated.

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

The position on the Command Platoon will involve 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:

• Combat Control Soldiers

The position covers ranks OR1–5.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Completed and approved conscription service.
• Completed position training as a combat control soldier at Amf1 or Amf4.
• Upper secondary education with passing grades.
• Swimming proficiency: 400 m.
• Lifesaving: 25 m swimming, 3 m dive, 25 m towing of a dummy.
• Physical fitness level 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.

You do not need to have completed position training for the specific position you are applying for. We appreciate that you are a curious and driven person. We will teach you what you need to know.

Merits

• Conscription/basic training/service within the Amphibian 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 for new hires. Individual salary setting applies according to agreement.

Work location: Västra Frölunda, Gothenburg.

Travel and evening/weekend duty may occur.

Start date: Week 631.

After the selection process, you may be called for a test day. This will take place at Gothenburg Garrison during June. During the test day, your suitability will be assessed while physical tests and interviews are conducted.

Information about the position

Fk Ronja-Lo Dolving
Platoon Commander, Command Platoon
070 641 88 41

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 book.
• Certificate of completed military basic training.
• Civil upper secondary grades.
• Any service evaluation from international deployment.

Please submit your application by 2026-06-15.

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

At Älvsborg Amphibian Regiment, in central Gothenburg, we operate where land meets the sea and serve as a vital link between the army and naval forces. As a re-established regiment with garrison responsibilities, we are growing and need more competent officers, soldiers, and civilian employees to continue developing the unit for its important task: to defend Sweden's many coastal archipelago areas and protect 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.