Vacant job

Sweden's Most Beautiful Workplace Seeks a Boatman (Fixed-Term Employment on an As-Needed Basis) located in the Pilot Transport Areas of Mid or Stockholm

Working as a Boatman

As a Boatman, you are responsible for carrying out sea transport, and where applicable, land transport as well as transport on or over ice. The work includes the maintenance and upkeep of the Swedish Transport Administration's property and equipment. The role involves participating in search and rescue missions, for which we offer specific further training. Operations run 24/7, year-round. As a temporary hourly worker, you need to be flexible and able to step in when needed, which may include daytime, evenings, and weekends.

The pilot boat is manned by two Boatmen, one being the master and the other the helmsman/deckhand. To serve as a helmsman, a minimum qualification of Ship's Officer Class VII is required, along with internal training. To serve as a master, a minimum qualification of Ship's Officer Class VI is required, along with internal training.

Who are you?

You must meet the following requirements:

• Minimum qualification: Ship's Officer Class VII (not restricted to inland waters)
• Minimum certification: Engine Officer Class VIII
• Basic Safety Certificate (Basic Safety)
• Minimum ROC Certificate
• Medical certificate for seafarers (deck service in unrestricted waters)
• Category B driver's license (manual transmission vehicle)
• Good skills in reading and speaking Swedish and English
• Good skills in working with modern maintenance systems

Furthermore, you must have good skills in operating smaller vessels (between approx. 10–40 meters in length) and possess strong abilities in performing technical service and maintenance.

We place great emphasis on your personal qualities. We are looking for someone who is calm, attentive, and accommodating in their interactions, and who works well with others. You see what needs to be done, take initiative, and take responsibility for your tasks. You are flexible, solution-oriented, and have good communication skills.

The position may require Swedish citizenship. Security clearance with register check may be conducted before an employment offer is made. You must verify qualifications, certificates, and medical fitness by attaching a current Seafarer's Service Record from the Swedish Transport Agency.

Why choose the Swedish Transport Administration?

The Swedish Transport Administration is a service-producing business agency within the transport sector. Our work environment is unique, and our mission is unique – Sweden's most beautiful workplace. Our mission is to develop transport and shipping in line with the decisions of the Parliament and the Government. Our business idea is to offer efficient sea routes, modern services, and maritime partnerships for growth, competitiveness, and sustainable development.

The Swedish Transport Administration offers a pleasant work environment with good opportunities to balance work and private life. We have a clear identity and a strong brand. We are a development-oriented organization and constantly work to develop our employees as well as to maintain satisfied customers. If we are the right organization for you, it is natural for you to act in a professional, open, and engaged manner. Our work is based on the government's values; we also actively work for gender equality, diversity, and inclusion, and it is natural for you to share our views.

How and when?

This recruitment is for a fixed-term employment on an as-needed basis, appointed by agreement, and valid until October 4, 2026.

Selection for interviews may be made continuously during the application period, so please register your application in good time.

Information:

Pilot Transport Area Manager Mid, Fredrik Sundqvist, 010-478 51 86 or [email protected]

Acting Pilot Transport Area Manager Stockholm, Björn Andreasson, 010-478 46 30 or [email protected]

Trade Union Representatives:

Seko Ib Bergström, Saco-S Patrik Wikand, OFR/ST Carl Cremonese. All can be reached via our switchboard 0771–630 000.

Application:

Register your application, along with a current Seafarer's Service Record from the Swedish Transport Agency to verify medical fitness, qualifications, and certificates, by July 13, 2026.

Specify in your application which stationing location(s) you are applying for:

• Mid (Gävle, Sundsvall, Söderhamn)
• Stockholm (Kapellskär, Sandhamn, Svartklubben)

Reference Number: 26-04429

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