Operations Manager at the Operations Unit FRA-Lovön

Försvarets Radioanstalt · Full-time

Box 301, Bromma, Sweden

1 position(s). Do you want to contribute to society and help safeguard Sweden's independence in the world? We are seeking an operations manager with broad expertise in property operations. At FRA, every task is part of something greater. If you are the person we're looking for, we can offer you varied work in a knowledge-intensive environment where you can make a difference every day. Your Assignment As operations manager, you will be part of the property office within the department for operational support. The office is responsible for the facilities and properties used by the agency. In your role as unit manager for FRA's property operations, you will have strategic responsibility for ensuring that our properties are operated cost-effectively, safely, and sustainably. You will establish and monitor the unit's budget, lead and allocate staff work, and ensure compliance with occupational health and safety legislation. Your area of responsibility includes efficient procurement, management of operations contracts, planning of contingency measures and fire safety, as well as management of support systems and service agreements. You will maintain continuous cooperation with other agencies, property owners, and FRA's suppliers. FRA is growing, and with this expansion, the operations unit's mission will also need to evolve. As unit manager, you will be part of the office's management group, where you will work together with other unit managers to further develop the office's operations. You will report regularly to the office manager. As operations manager, you are responsible for, among other things: Lead daily operations and plan and monitor property management Deliver stable operations without serious occupational health or fire safety incidents Manage property finances, budgeting, and forecasting Have personnel responsibility and actively work to develop the team and work environment Develop processes and inspire employees to achieve operational goals Create a positive work climate with high employee satisfaction Drive improvement projects that increase quality and efficiency Develop multi-year strategic plans for operations, energy efficiency, and digitalization Your Qualifications We are looking for someone with: High school diploma or relevant vocational education in property management/property operations, other equivalent education, or equivalent knowledge gained in working life. Experience in property, electrical, refrigeration, or power technology Several years of documented experience leading operations and management of properties, for example in roles such as team leader, project manager, or line manager. Experience in budgeting and forecasting work as well as operations project finance Basic knowledge of the Office suite Basic knowledge of systems for issue and fault reporting Good proficiency in Swedish, both spoken and written B-class driver's license We consider it a merit if you have: Documented leadership training Documented education in property, electrical, refrigeration, or power technology Experience leading and coordinating teams in complex environments within property operations, for example data centers Experience with both control and monitoring systems (building management systems) Good proficiency in English, both spoken and written Your Qualities We are looking for someone with the following qualities: Strategic – You think strategically and have a broad perspective on issues. You see the long-term significance and further consequences of things and adapt your actions accordingly. Independence – You have the courage to act according to your own conviction. Structured – You plan, organize, and prioritize work in an efficient way. You set and maintain time frames. Collaboration – You work well with other people. You relate to them in a responsive and flexible manner. You listen, communicate, and resolve conflicts constructively. About FRA FRA has the world as its arena, where every task is part of something greater. In one way or another, you as an employee will be part of contributing to protecting Sweden's integrity and independence in the world. You will make a real difference, every day. Our mission as an intelligence service is to protect Sweden against the most serious threats that can be directed at a society – military attacks, terrorism, and cyberattacks. We protect what matters most to us – our security, our democracy, and our way of life. We are experts in the cyber field and signals intelligence, as well as an early warning system for military threats. Since 2024, FRA has led the National Cybersecurity Center, NCSC, whose mission is to develop and strengthen Sweden's ability to prevent, detect, and manage cyber threats. As a new employee at FRA, you will receive comprehensive introductory training and continuous professional development, which gives you the opportunity to develop your skills and become even better at what you are passionate about. Our organization is multifaceted and consists of different competencies and personalities, where each individual has unique characteristics and conditions. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and secure. In addition to a stimulating work environment, we also offer an attractive benefits package, which you can read more about at www.fra.se. For more information about the National Cybersecurity Center, visit www.ncsc.se For your security. For our democracy. Every day. Year-round. More Information The workplace is located near Drottningholm, approximately 10 minutes from Brommaplan. Swedish citizenship is a requirement as employment at FRA involves placement in a security class. Before employment, you will be security vetted in accordance with the provisions of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be placed for military service. We apply a six-month probationary period. For more information, you are welcome to contact the recruiting manager at 010-557 44 43. Trade union representatives can be reached at 010-557 46 00. We accept applications via www.fra.se no later than 2026-10-11 Reference number 2025FRA1826-4. As we have already decided on the recruitment channels we wish to use for this recruitment, we ask not to be contacted with further offers of advertising and recruitment assistance. Keywords: Operations manager, leadership, personnel responsibility, electrical power, data centers Type of employment: Permanent position. Duration: Indefinite. Working hours: Daytime.