Vacant job

F 16 is responsible for the Uppsala Garrison and the operation of Uppsala Airport. The wing is also responsible for the 24/7, year-round surveillance of Swedish airspace and leads the Air Force's combat aircraft in the air. You will become part of a military organization undergoing significant change and development due to the global situation and Sweden's NATO membership. F 16 is growing, and we are now looking for new colleagues who want to join our development journey!

About the unit

The 163rd Garrison Battalion consists of the Logistics Company, the Garrison Company, and soon also the Training Company. Together, they create the conditions for assigned units to focus on solving their main tasks. Logistics within NATO and the Swedish Armed Forces are divided into four main areas: supply, transport, medical care, and technical services.

The Garrison Company is responsible for garrison coordination at Uppsala Garrison. The company hosts the garrison's dispatch and archives, sports services, dog services, operational services including training, case handlers with various areas of expertise, administrators, and caretakers.

Main responsibilities

The service platoon of the Garrison Company is now recruiting logistics soldiers. Tasks may vary depending on operational needs and your experience and competence. Below are examples of standing and recurring tasks. Please motivate your strengths and interests related to the position in your application. As part of the role, you will have the opportunity to undergo various training courses depending on operational needs, your suitability, and current competence.

• Be part of the command support group, involving diverse work focusing on solutions within logistics, supply, transport services, etc.
• Be part of the battalion's ceremonial unit, security guard duties, honor guard, and transport unit, depending on training and competencies.
• Be part of the battalion's mobilization work.
• Be part of the war establishment and serve in the position.
• Administrative tasks.
• Drive various types of vehicles to carry out tasks.

Within the Swedish Armed Forces, we always work as a team. Our organization is built on cooperation, adaptability, and a shared responsibility for the whole. This means we are all ready to support each other, sometimes even outside our own competence and comfort zones. Therefore, as an employee, you may occasionally face new types of tasks. This is a natural part of working in the Swedish Armed Forces, which benefits both the agency and the employee's development, and you will never be given a task for which you do not have the necessary conditions to succeed.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Completed Swedish conscription with a passing grade.
• Good computer skills.
• Good ability to express yourself verbally and in writing in Swedish and English.
• Driver's license category B (manual).

Personal qualities

We are looking for you who have a positive basic attitude. You enjoy developing and learning new things and have the ability to work both independently and in a group. You are organized, responsible, and comfortable working in an environment where conditions can change quickly. You are willing to try new things, ask follow-up questions, but can also report limitations when necessary. Great emphasis is placed on personal suitability.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current experience in logistics or warehouse work.
• Previous experience working in the Swedish Armed Forces.
• Current experience in administrative work.
• Current experience in service work.
• Previous experience working with audio/video/scenic technology.
• Military service certificates.

For the agency's mission to be successful, it is required that all employees act according to the existing code of conduct. The Swedish Armed Forces' code of conduct safeguards the equal value of all people, justice, and equality, and promotes democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se (http://www.forsvarsmakten.se)).

Other

Employment type: The position is a fixed-term employment as GSS/K (group leaders, soldiers, and sailors with continuous duty) for 8 years, with the possibility of extension up to 12 years according to the Act (2012:332) on certain Armed Forces appointments. A probationary period of 6 months may apply.

Full-time/part-time: Full-time

Place of work: Uppsala. F 16 also has operations in other locations, which may involve occasional business trips.

Working hours: Mainly daytime. Evening and weekend duty may occur during operations, activities, or arising needs.

Start date: As soon as possible, according to agreement.

Salary: We apply individual salary setting.

Position: Military

Other: Dogs are present at the workplace.

Information about the position:

Email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Information about the recruitment process:

HR Generalist, Malin Eriksson

Email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Union representatives

OFR/O Ärna, Josefine Granberg, tel 0505-45 10 00 (switchboard)

OFR/S, Daniel Modin, tel 0706-38 68 33

SACO, Eric Masser, tel 076-011 42 30

SEKO, Åsa Karlsson, tel 076-649 23 95

Application

We welcome your application no later than 2026-06-24. Your application must include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position.

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

The Swedish Armed Forces have a strong code of conduct based 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. Employment with us involves placement in a security classification. 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.