Specialist Officer at 5th Amphibious Battalion

Description:

The Amphibious Battalions are a unique resource in the Swedish Armed Forces. The 5th Amphibious Battalion in Gothenburg is a flexible unit designed to execute operations in coastal areas, archipelagos, and port zones. The Position Offers The 5th Amphibious Battalion at Amf 4 is for you who want to be part of the west coast's strength and pride. Are you drawn to working with skilled, disciplined, and self-reliant professional officers who are already part of our development toward the Amphibious Battalion of 2030? The positions offered are Deputy Platoon Commander, Troop Commander, and Squad Commander. About Amphibious Forces The Amphibious Battalion is one of two amphibious battalions in Sweden that is being developed toward Amphibious Battalion 2030, where continuous procurement of new equipment and advanced training of personnel are carried out, which in turn creates new or enhanced capabilities across all domains in which the battalion operates. Key Responsibilities As a professional officer at the 5th Amphibious Battalion, you will: - Train and mentor your colleagues within your area of expertise - Develop the combat unit - Train and exercise in your combat role - Advance yourself within your professional field - Work in teams at platoon, company, or battalion level - Lead operations within your function Requirements - Approved and relevant Specialist Officer degree - Category B driver's license Desirable Competencies and Training - Background in amphibious forces - Air defense systems expertise - Ground combat expertise - Anti-ship warfare expertise - Nautical expertise - Indirect fire expertise - Technical service expertise - Communications systems expertise - Medical expertise - Logistics expertise - SUAV/SRPAS expertise - Intelligence/security service expertise Personal Qualities We are looking for someone who is well-organized, solution-oriented, and capable of working systematically at a high pace. Success in this position requires a sense of order combined with creativity and initiative. You need to be a true team player who contributes to a positive collaborative environment. Positive collegial interactions. Clear in setting requirements and expectations. Consistency and care in your leadership. You are a role model and apply the Swedish Armed Forces' values and code of conduct. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability. Application Requirements - CV - Cover letter - Diploma/degree certificate - Attached driver's license Incomplete applications will not be processed. Other Information Employment Type: Full-time/Continuous service Work Location: Gothenburg (business travel, evening and weekend duty may occur) Start Date: By agreement Individual salary determination applies. For the agency's mission to be successful, all employees are expected to conduct themselves according to the organization's values. The Swedish Armed Forces' values uphold the equal worth of all people, justice and equality, and promote democracy and human rights (read more at http://www.forsvarsmakten.se). Union Representatives: OF-Amf 4 Niklas Bryngelsson, mailto:[email protected] SEKO Kurt Ragnarsson, mailto:[email protected] Försvarsförbundet Anja Aghester, mailto:[email protected] SACO mailto:[email protected] Application Deadline Please submit your application no later than 2026-08-30 Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Swedish Armed Forces website. At Älvsborg Amphibious Regiment, in central Gothenburg, we operate where land meets sea and serve as an important link between the Army and Navy forces. As a re-established regiment with garrison responsibility, we are growing and in need of more skilled officers, soldiers, and civilian employees who will continue to develop the unit for its important mission: Defend Sweden's extensive coastal archipelago areas and protect our approaches to Scandinavia's largest port with the aim of safeguarding Sweden's strategic imports. The Swedish Armed Forces has a strong value 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 programs, and a good balance between work and personal life. Employment with us entails placement in a security classification. Swedish citizenship is usually required. Security vetting with background checks will be conducted before employment in accordance with Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be classified for wartime deployment. Employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The scope of this varies depending on the type of position. Your application should include a CV and cover letter. If you advance in the recruitment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented. Calls from external recruitment firms and salespeople are not welcome.The Amphibious Battalions are a unique resource in the Swedish Armed Forces. The 5th Amphibious Battalion in Gothenburg is a flexible unit designed to execute operations in coastal areas, archipelagos, and port zones. The Position Offers The 5th Amphibious Battalion at Amf 4 is for you who want to be part of the west coast's strength and pride. Are you drawn to working with skilled, disciplined, and self-reliant professional officers who are already part of our development toward the Amphibious Battalion of 2030? The positions offered are Deputy Platoon Commander, Troop Commander, and Squad…

Overview

Type

job

Status

active

Visibility

public

City

Västra Frölunda

GPS

57.6589184, 11.8966438copyopen in

Email

Show email

Views

9

Published

18. 6. 2026

Edited

5. 8. 2026

Location

Specifications