Vacant job

Do you want to lead employees in an operation where logistics are crucial for healthcare to function? Then the position of Platoon Commander on the Supply Platoon at the Hospital Battalion may be right for you.

About the Supply Platoon

The platoon supports the company's healthcare units with transport, supply, consumables, fuel, material handling, and other logistical services. In addition, the platoon is part of the Swedish National Defence Research Institute's (FOI) war-fighting units, which means they support material handling and transport.

The operation is characterized by sometimes high tempo, complex planning, and close cooperation with the rest of the company. The platoon is a prerequisite for the company to be able to establish, operate, and maintain healthcare capabilities where they are needed.

As Platoon Commander, you will lead an operation that is crucial to the company's operational effectiveness and at the same time contribute to the development of future military logistics capabilities.

Main Responsibilities

As Platoon Commander, you are responsible for the platoon's operations, personnel, and development. You lead the platoon's daily work and ensure that training, exercises, and readiness are carried out according to set goals.

Your responsibilities include, among other things:

• Plan, lead, and follow up on the platoon's operations.
• Responsible for the platoon's operational capability and readiness.
• Coordinate logistical support within the company.
• Responsible for training and exercise activities.
• Exercise personnel responsibility for subordinate staff.
• Coordinate operations with other parts of the company.
• Participate in planning and conducting exercises, missions, and readiness activities.
• Contribute to the development of logistical routines and working methods.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Passed officer exam or specialist officer exam.
• Swedish citizenship.
• Class B driver's license.
• Good ability to express yourself in speech and writing in Swedish.
• Good physical fitness according to the Swedish Armed Forces' requirements.

Personal Qualities

We are looking for you who are a confident and clear leader with good collaboration skills. You have a high sense of responsibility, good planning skills, and the ability to make decisions even under time pressure. You are motivated by developing both operations and employees and have a great interest in logistics and leadership.

Great importance will be attached to personal suitability.

Merits

• Experience in the position of Platoon Commander or Deputy Platoon Commander.
• Experience in logistical services or supply operations.
• Experience from national or international missions.
• Military driving license for heavy trucks or other heavy vehicle systems.
• Training in logistics or supply services.
• Instructor or leadership training within the Swedish Armed Forces.
• Good ability to plan, lead, and follow up on operations.

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

Other

Employment type: Permanent, full-time 100%

The Swedish Armed Forces apply a six-month probation period for those who are not already employed by the agency.

Employment degree: Full-time. Travel and evening/weekend duty occur in the position.

Work location: Gothenburg

Military position: Level OR7

Date of entry: By agreement

Salary: Individual salary setting

Information about the position

Christian Johansson

Reachable via switchboard 08–7887500

Information about the recruitment

Julia Åhsberg

Reachable via switchboard 08–7887500

Union Representatives

Försvarsförbundet, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

SEKO, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

SACO, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Officersförbundet, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Application

Welcome to submit your application by 2026-08-30. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter where you justify why you are suitable for this position.

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

Note the vacation period during weeks 28–32.

Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit

The Centre for Defence Medicine (FömedC) is the Swedish Armed Forces' centre for the function of defence medicine, located in Gothenburg. FömedC consists of a leadership with staff, the Swedish Armed Forces Combat School for Defence Medicine (FSS), the Function Unit (FunkE), and the Hospital Battalion (Sjhbat). At the centre, there is licensed health and care personnel such as doctors, veterinarians, nurses, etc. Here there are officers, reserve officers, civilian staff, and conscripts. The Centre for Defence Medicine is part of the Gothenburg Garrison.

Every day and every hour, our employees make efforts that affect other people's lives, both big and small, both at home and around the world.

In the Swedish Armed Forces, there is a strong value base based on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good conditions for internal career mobility, wellness, 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 control 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 personal letter should 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.