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 to 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 west coast's strength and pride. We are looking for knowledgeable, orderly, and self-reliant individuals who want to join 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 a Signalman at the Amphibian Company!

Who are we?

The Amphibian Battalion in Gothenburg is a highly mobile unit with fast attack craft. 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 ship-target combat with missile and mine units, where the battalion's command and signal capabilities are concentrated.

The Command Platoon is currently organized as part of 502. Amphibian Company. The Command Platoon is staffed primarily by fire control and signal soldiers. Fire control soldiers serve staffs and help commanders at various levels compile and transmit information. Signal soldiers work with establishing and operating the battalion's communication network, primarily in the form of radio links.

The position in the Command Platoon will in daily work involve developing your own competence through further education, physical training, and routine service to ensure that our systems and platforms are operational.

This recruitment covers:

• Signalmen

The position covers ranks OR1–5.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Completed and approved compulsory military service
• Completed position training as a signalman at Amf1 or Amf4
• 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 qualities

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

• Compulsory military service/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 upon new hire. Individual salary setting applies according to agreement.

Work location: Västra Frölunda, Gothenburg.

Travel and evening/weekend duty may occur.

Start date: V631

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

Information about the position

Cpl Ronja-Lo Dolving

Platoon Commander, Command Platoon

070 641 88 41

Trade union representatives:

OF-Amf4: mailto:[email protected]

SEKO: [email protected]

Swedish Defence Union: mailto:[email protected]

SACO: mailto:[email protected]

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 school grades
• Any service evaluation from international service

Welcome to submit your application by 2026-06-15.

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

At the Älvsborg Amphibian Regiment, in central Gothenburg, we operate where land meets the sea and serve as an important 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 to protect our routes into Scandinavia's largest port, in order to safeguard Sweden's strategic imports.

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.

An employment with us involves placement in a security class. Swedish citizenship is usually required. Security clearance with registry 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.