Vacant job

5th Amphibian Battalion is growing and developing. We are looking for more competent individuals who wish to contribute to the unit's continued development and its important mission: to defend Sweden's coastal archipelago areas and protect our waterways leading to Scandinavia's largest port, in order to safeguard Sweden's strategically vital flows.

5th Amphibian 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 skilled, orderly, and self-reliant individuals who want to join us in our development towards the amphibious unit of the future. Do you want a challenging and varied job in an archipelago environment, where your physical and mental capabilities are put to the test? A job where teamwork and self-discipline are crucial for success, regardless of where we carry out our duties? Then apply for the position as a Communications Soldier at the Amphibian Company!

Who are we?

The Amphibian Battalion in Gothenburg is a highly mobile unit with fast patrol 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. The battalion's command and communications capabilities are also consolidated here.

The Command Platoon is currently part of 502. Amphibian Company. The platoon primarily consists of fire control and communications soldiers. Fire control soldiers serve staffs and help commanders at various levels compile and transmit information. Communications soldiers work with establishing and operating the battalion's communications network, primarily via radio links.

The role 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:

• Communications Soldiers

The position covers ranks OR1–5.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Completed and approved conscription service
• Completed position training as a Communications Soldier 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 equivalent to FM FysS 3

Personal Attributes

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

Merits

• Conscription, basic training, or 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 a 6-month probation 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 be held at the Gothenburg Garrison in June. During the test day, your suitability will be assessed through physical tests and an interview.

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 consisting of:

• CV and cover letter explaining why you are applying for this position with us
• Contact details for two–three references (at least one 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 deployment

Apply by 2026-06-15.

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

At the Älvsborg Amphibian Regiment, in central Gothenburg, we operate where land meets 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 mission: to defend Sweden's coastal archipelago areas and protect our waterways leading to Scandinavia's largest port, in order to safeguard Sweden's strategic imports.

In the Swedish Defence Forces, a strong value system based on openness, results, and responsibility prevails. 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 background check will be conducted prior to employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment entails an obligation to be mobilized in wartime and 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 recruitment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented.

Phone calls from external recruitment agencies and salespeople are declined.