Vacant job

The security situation in our immediate vicinity and in the wider world has changed, and the government has therefore decided to strengthen military capability. The importance of northern Sweden and the Arctic has been enhanced, meaning that the need for winter capability and winter training within the Swedish Armed Forces and among our partner nations has increased.

The Swedish Armed Forces Winter Unit (FMVE) is part of I 19 and has the main task of developing and coordinating winter and sub-Arctic capability across the entire Swedish Armed Forces.

We are looking for you who want to be part of developing sub-Arctic capability. We offer opportunities for personal development through exciting assignments in various locations. As an officer at the Education Department, your main task is to train students at national and international courses. As part of the Swedish Armed Forces, you will gain experience, qualifications, and not least a sense of community that you will carry with you for the rest of your life. You develop daily by seeing how you can make a difference. You will face challenges while having a strong and secure employer that supports you. There are simply many advantages to working with us.

About Us

The FM Winter Unit contributes to the Swedish Armed Forces' operational units being able to operate in all climate areas, especially in winter environments. The unit is located in Boden and is organized under the Norrbotten Regiment (I 19). The Education Department conducts courses throughout the year.

Main Responsibilities

Primarily, the work involves acting as a course commander or instructor at the unit's national and international courses, which means you will teach in both Swedish and English. You will participate in joint defense projects, serve as an instructor during training modules, and act as a competence support for your own and allied units. Furthermore, you will lead and participate in projects related to the sub-Arctic climate, participate in the Swedish Armed Forces' security inspections regarding cold weather, and perform other common duties.

Requirements

Qualifications

Professional officer, OR6/7, with at least 5 years of professional experience.

• Good ability to express yourself in speech and writing, in both Swedish and English.
• Driver's license, category B or higher.

Personal Attributes

You are an individual with high integrity, good social competence, and welcome diversity. You have a strong sense of responsibility, meaning you have the ability to work independently but also collaborate effectively with others, both within and outside the section. You should be able to carry out and evaluate the results of performed tasks and assignments within the operations. You have a high level of security awareness in your work, handle your tasks with a good holistic view, and make decisions in line with higher command's wishes. You are meticulous, have a structured approach to work, and the ability to adjust pace when necessary. You have a positive attitude towards physical training, as this is part of the duties in the Swedish Armed Forces.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Merits

• Military driver's license/snowmobile, tracked vehicle, heavy truck with trailer, and wheel loader.
• Very good ability to lead troop training up to platoon level.
• Good individual skills (weapons, physical performance, FUSA/SUSA – unit training/combat training with live ammunition).
• Mountain and/or medical instructor.
• Experience in working in and independently driving projects.
• Previous service at schools/centers within the Swedish Armed Forces.
• Language skills beyond English and Swedish.
• Good experience working in a sub-Arctic climate.
• Good administrative skills in the Swedish Armed Forces' support systems.

Other

Employment Type: Permanent employment. We apply a six-month probation period for those not already employed by the agency.

Employment Level: Full-time.

Work Location: Boden. Service at other locations, nationally and internationally, is included on a periodic basis.

Start Date: According to agreement.

For information about the position, contact:

Anders Killmey, [email protected], 072-712 38 76

Frans Wickbom, [email protected], 070-395 49 30

For information about the recruitment process, contact:

Anders Killmey, [email protected], 072-712 38 76

Union representatives can be reached via the Swedish Armed Forces switchboard: 010-825 10 00

OF-Bothnia, Janne Almgren

Swedish Armed Forces Union, Annelie Forshage

Seko Försvar, Susanne Thunberg

SACO, Björn Astermo

Please submit your application by 2026-08-16. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position. We also ask that you attach references, any certificates of completed training (both within and outside the Swedish Armed Forces), and certificates of completed international service.

I 19 is one of Sweden's largest regiments. The headquarters and command of the regiment are located in Boden. The regiment's most important task is to build combat units, and over the next few years, I 19 will gradually develop the new Norrbotten Brigade. By 2028, the regiment should be able to train, store, and mobilize the entire brigade, including the associated functional units. The brigade should be able to conduct combat in all environments but be specialized for combat in the sub-Arctic environment of the Arctic. The conscript training is conducted at the Norrbotten Armored Battalion, which is responsible for training and maintaining units for the Norrbotten Brigade. The regiment also consists of the regimental staff, Defense Health, Garrison Support Unit, Logistics Unit, and Local Planning Unit.

Every day and every hour, our employees make contributions that affect other people's lives, both big and small, both at home and around the world. The Swedish Armed Forces give you the opportunity to develop as a person and grow in your professional role. We are a responsible employer with an open organization where we support each other.

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

An employment with us implies placement in a security class. Swedish citizenship is usually required. Security clearance with register check will be conducted before 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 personal letter must be attached to the application for employment. Calls from external recruitment agencies and salespeople are declined.