P 18 Recruiting Soldiers and Squad Leaders

Försvarsmakten · Full-time

Visby, Sweden

Do you want to become part of a growing regiment on an island that offers both opportunities and challenges? We are recruiting soldiers for our Training Battalion. We have many positions available for you who have completed basic training and want employment on Gotland as a soldier. How about diving deep into communications systems so the regiment can communicate with each other during exercises and war? Become a driver of a grenade launcher armored personnel carrier? Work for a year or two as an instructor in basic training before it's time to pursue officer training? We are recruiting soldiers and squad leaders for all three of our companies, including instructors for conscripts in many different specializations, communications systems soldiers, riflemen, vehicle crews for several different vehicle systems, staff assistants and more. About the Unit Gotlands Regiment was re-established in 2018 to strengthen the Swedish Armed Forces' presence on this strategically important island. Since 2020, we have trained conscripts. We are gradually being assigned more and more capabilities. Today we have around 400 employees and continue to grow every year. During 2026, over 300 conscripts have enlisted. The regimental area is located at Tofta range but placement may vary/expand. The Training Battalion is the regiment's largest unit and is responsible for conscript training. The battalion consists mainly of three companies; Roma (armored riflemen), Havdhem (communications/command) and Tingstäde (function). Main Responsibilities Working as a soldier (GSS/K) involves training, maintenance, participating in exercises and live operations. Your employment may involve readiness that can last several consecutive days or over longer periods. The position places demands on both your physical and mental performance capacity, which is why training is part of your daily routine. You can also read more about working as a soldier at forsvarsmakten.se Qualifications Completed military basic training with approved grades (At least JA-2-2) Meets the Swedish Armed Forces' physical requirements (11:30 on 2 km run and 175p multitest) Meritorious Category B driver's license Military vehicle operator certification Approved training within the Swedish Armed Forces Personal Qualities Proactive, especially regarding your own development in the form of training and education Good ability to handle both stressful situations and waiting Prestigious and enjoys exploring new solutions Good ability to work in a group and independently Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability. For the agency's mission to be successful, all employees are expected to act in accordance with the values that exist. The Swedish Armed Forces' values protect the equal worth of all people, justice and equality and promote democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se). Other Information Interviews and tests for employment are conducted on an ongoing basis and will be held on Gotland. Employment Type: GSS/K 6 years + possibility of extension. Total maximum 12 years. Full-time position. Work-related travel occurs, primarily within Sweden. Since activities can take place outside regular working hours, working hours may be shifted to evenings/nights and weekends. Work Location: Visby/Tofta. Start Date: By agreement Salary: Individual salary setting (Minimum base salary for soldiers and sailors is 26,000 kronor) For information about the recruitment process, contact: Personnel Officer Training Battalion, Fj Lennart Wallin mailto:[email protected] Trade Union Representatives: OFR/O Karl-Johan Boberg OFR/S Simona Malmros SEKO Fredrik Olsson SACO FM All can be reached via the Swedish Armed Forces' switchboard at phone 0505-451000. Welcome to submit your application by Monday 28/9. Your application should include CV, military grades and a cover letter where you explain why you are suited for this position. Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Swedish Armed Forces' website. Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting regiment: Gotlands Regiment was re-established on January 1, 2018 to strengthen the Swedish Armed Forces' presence on the strategically important island. Since 2020, conscripts have again been trained at P 18 and the regiment will gradually be assigned more capabilities during the period up to 2030. Feel free to read more at https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/p18 The Swedish Armed Forces has a strong values base built on openness, results and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good opportunities for internal career mobility, wellness activities and a good balance between work and private life. Employment with us involves placement in a security classification. Swedish citizenship is usually required. Security vetting with registry check will be conducted before employment in accordance with Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be placed for war duty. Employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The meaning of this varies depending on the type of position. A CV and personal letter must be attached to the application. If you advance in the employment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented. Contact from external recruitment companies and sales representatives is not welcome.