Avarn Security is Hiring Security Guards in Gällivare!

Avarn Security AB · Full-time

Varvsgatan 47, Luleå, Sweden

As a security guard, you will help protect vital societal functions. We're looking for someone who wants to work in a high-security role where attention to detail and collaboration are key. In your role as a security guard, you will work to prevent and manage security risks at protected sites. We offer: Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development A safe work environment with clear procedures Opportunity to advance within the security industry A team that values diverse perspectives and equality We're looking for someone who is calm, solution-oriented, and has strong communication skills. You need to be a Swedish citizen and meet security requirements. Work Schedule: Varying hours depending on the site, day and night shifts Work Location: Gällivare Duration: Full-time, part-time, and as needed on a permanent basis (6-month probationary period applies) Start Date: 2026-12-01 Job Responsibilities: The work involves preventing and managing security risks, controlling access, and ensuring that unauthorized persons do not gain access to protected areas. You are responsible for conducting person and vehicle checks, monitoring facilities, and patrolling to detect and prevent threats. More information will be provided during the interview. This applies to both armed and unarmed positions. Qualifications: We're looking for someone with personal maturity who feels confident in the role of a security guard. Personal qualities are what determine the best fit. You should possess a high level of security awareness and social competence. We place great emphasis on your ability to work as part of a team, but we also expect you to independently identify and solve problems. Security clearance, background checks, and security interviews may be required for certain positions. Requirements: In addition to the personal qualities we seek and describe in the various assignments, you need to meet basic requirements to be qualified for the position: High school competence Good Swedish language skills, both spoken and written Driver's license category B Civilian security guard training (or military security guard training**, completed from 2016 onwards) Merits include: Security officer training (VU1 + VU2) Weapons training We place great emphasis on your personal maturity when assessing suitability for the position. You must have reached 18 years of age by your employment start date. This requirement is based on the Swedish Work Environment Authority's regulations AFS 2023:2, chapter 8 and appendix 2, which restricts minors' ability to perform tasks within surveillance and security-related activities. The position is classified as a security class position and is subject to security clearance according to chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act (2018:585). For certain security class positions, Swedish citizenship is required under security protection legislation. In addition, you must be crime-free*, drug-free, have sound finances, and good health and physical fitness to be employed by Avarn Security. To work as a security guard, you also need approval from the County Administrative Board (we will submit the application). We warmly welcome your application! Selection is ongoing, so please submit your application as soon as possible—but no later than 2026-10-07—apply for the position through our https://www.avarnsecurity.se/karriar/ - not via email. Selection tests are part of the recruitment process. You will receive more information by email, so check your inbox. Selection is ongoing. We value diversity and inclusion and actively work toward a more equal work environment. As women are underrepresented in our industry, we particularly welcome applications from women, but of course we welcome all qualified candidates regardless of gender. * To be employed by Avarn Security AB, you must be approved by the County Administrative Board for employment at an authorized security company, in accordance with the Act (1974:191) on Security Companies. The application to the County Administrative Board is handled by Avarn Security. Depending on the position, a security clearance under the Security Protection Act (2018:585) may also be relevant. To investigate and assess whether you meet the requirements under the respective legislation, a background check is conducted. This assessment covers lawfulness, suitability, reliability, loyalty, and any potential vulnerabilities. Information obtained may come from you, from public sources, or from authorities. When assessing suitability for a position, we always apply a comprehensive evaluation. ** If you completed security guard training during military basic training, it is valid for civilian use as well. The training must have been completed in 2016 or later, and the training certificate must not be older than 5 years. If you have security guard training through the Swedish Armed Forces without military basic training, you need to complete a shortened security guard training course to work as a civilian security guard. Our Offer We are the complete security provider on the market, which enables us to be industry leaders for our customers and provides excellent development opportunities for you as an employee. You will be an important representative to the public and our customers. Therefore, it is essential for us to create an inclusive work environment where all our 9,000 employees feel that responsibility, care, and collaboration are promoted. We take workplace environment work seriously and continuously work on improvements. We apply salary terms according to collective agreements. Avarn Security is committed to ensuring you as an employee have a secure life situation and sustainable work-life balance. Therefore, all new employees are offered a free one-year insurance solution that includes sick leave and accident insurance, life insurance, and child and youth insurance. Avarn Security has achieved the designation as a Career Company thanks to our strong commitment to employee wellbeing and development. By creating an inclusive and diversity-promoting corporate culture, Avarn Security gives its employees the opportunity to thrive and grow in their roles. The company values competence and offers continuous training, making us an attractive employer for those seeking an exciting career in the security industry.