Vacant job

About the role

We are looking for a Maintenance Manager for Forcit's operations in Gällivare–Pajala. Here, we manufacture and deliver bulk emulsion for open-pit mining. Our operation comprises approximately 30 employees, seven MEMU trucks, and a modern production line. You will be responsible for the maintenance and operational reliability of our MEMU trucks, production equipment, and technical installations related to the manufacturing and delivery of bulk emulsion.

In this role, you will focus on developing our preventive maintenance, working methods, and operational reliability. You have overall responsibility for ensuring that our technical equipment, facilities, and vehicles operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with current requirements.

The role involves primarily working at the Gällivare plant, but also to some extent in Pajala. Additionally, there are travel opportunities within Sweden. To facilitate this, we consider it an advantage if you live in or near Gällivare.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and perform maintenance on equipment, MEMU trucks, and facilities

• Ensure that production and deliveries proceed without interruption

• Maintain accurate documentation and report through digital systems

• Identify areas for improvement and work proactively with process development

• Participate in projects and collaborate with colleagues, operators, the Karlskoga team, and external workshops

• Contribute to developing and implementing standardized routines and working methods

• Work in an industrial environment with a strong focus on safety and working conditions

About you

We are looking for someone who has

Requirements

• Relevant technical education or equivalent experience

• Experience in maintenance work, preferably within vehicles or process industry

• Experience in independently planning, prioritizing, and carrying out both preventive and corrective maintenance

• Good IT skills and experience with digital documentation

• Ability to work in a structured manner and adhere to safety requirements

• Category B driver's license

Merits

• Experience in the heavy vehicle industry

• Experience with MEMU and charging equipment

• Experience from industrial, mining, or process environments

• Category C driver's license

• Experience with wheel loaders/counterbalance forklifts

• Experience with preventive maintenance and maintenance management systems

Personal qualities

As a person, you are confident in your competence and thrive in a role where you can combine planning, technical work, and problem-solving. You have experience working in or near a production environment and want to be an active part of a team where safety, quality, and development are central, with great opportunities to influence.

You can be either experienced or a younger talent looking to grow in the role – the important thing is that you have the right drive, interest, and sense of responsibility.

About us

Forcit Explosives is part of FORCIT Group, the leading player in Scandinavia within blasting technology, defense systems, and security-critical consulting services. FORCIT has over 600 employees and operations in several Nordic countries, with headquarters in Finland and a strong presence in Sweden and Norway.

Forcit Explosives is the leading supplier of explosives on the Nordic market. We offer a comprehensive range of products and services within the mining and contracting sectors, focusing on blasting operations and other services throughout the entire project lifecycle.

In Sweden, the headquarters is located in Karlskoga, and the company's operations are spread across the country with a focus on Karlskoga, Stockholm, Gothenburg, and mining operations in Northern Sweden.

We conduct background checks in accordance with industry regulations.

About the recruitment process

In this recruitment, we collaborate with Tacting, where all recruitment consultants are certified according to DNV standards and work with unbiased recruitment. Through aptitude tests and personality profile analyses, Tacting conducts an objective assessment of how you might handle your new tasks with us while simultaneously minimizing the risk of discrimination and unequal treatment.

If you have any questions, you are welcome to contact Elin Skau at 073-529 69 67 or via email at [email protected]. During the summer holiday period, our response times may be slightly longer than usual, but we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Selection is handled on an ongoing basis. Apply by August 10th!