Technical Officer to Support Platoon - Hospital Battalion

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Would you like to contribute with technical expertise to the Hospital Battalion's operational capability? The Hospital Battalion is seeking technical officers for the support platoon in the positions of vehicle mechanics and electrical systems. About the Support Platoon The platoon supports the company's medical units with transportation, supply, equipment, fuel, materiel management, and other logistical services. The platoon is also part of the Defense Medicine Center's war unit, which means they provide support with materiel management and transportation. Operations are characterized by occasionally high pace, complex planning, and close collaboration with other parts of the company. The platoon is essential for the company to establish, operate, and maintain medical capabilities where needed. Main Responsibilities As a technical officer in the support platoon, you are responsible for planning, leading, and developing the technical service within the platoon's operations. You assist the platoon commander in leading technical personnel and ensure that systems and other equipment function properly. You ensure correct operation and storage and perform preventive and corrective maintenance on technical equipment and materiel. A technical officer is an important part of the unit's ability to maintain materiel availability both at the garrison and during exercises and operations. You also participate in training personnel on equipment handling and technical service. The position involves working close to operations where you support commanders and soldiers with technical expertise, materiel management, and maintenance issues. Vehicle Mechanics: As a technical officer in vehicle mechanics, you work with: Technical service regarding vehicles and ground materiel Planning and follow-up of maintenance Support to commanders in materiel and maintenance service Coordination with workshops and other support functions Electrical Systems: As a technical officer in electrical systems, you work with: Technical service related to power supply, power generators, and electrical systems. Planning of preventive and corrective maintenance Technical advice to commanders and users Training in technical systems and safety matters. Follow-up and development of materiel availability. As a technician, you are crucial for ensuring that the unit's technical equipment is functional during both national and international operations. REQUIREMENTS Qualifications Completed officer degree or specialist officer degree with technical focus. Swedish citizen. Driver's license class B. Good ability to express yourself in speech and writing in Swedish. Good physical capability according to Swedish Armed Forces requirements. Personal Qualities We are looking for someone who is responsible, structured, and solution-oriented. You have the ability to independently plan and manage operations while enjoying working together with others. You need to be able to present information pedagogically in training situations. The role is largely about inspiring and motivating others to work with preventive maintenance, so it is important that you have an operational focus, are communicative, and enjoy creating new contacts. You must have analytical ability and be able to identify and act on foreseeable consequences. Since you will be handling complex systems, it is important that you are curious and creative. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability. MERIT FACTORS Experience with technical service in the Swedish Armed Forces. Education and experience with electrical systems focus. Education and experience with vehicle mechanics focus. Experience from similar positions. Swedish Armed Forces electrical field installation (FMEAF) technical basic knowledge. Handling high-power systems. Education and experience with medical technical equipment. Military driving certificate. Driver's license class C. Forklift license. Knowledge of PRIO and LIFT systems. Other Information Employment Type: Permanent position, full-time 100% The Swedish Armed Forces applies a six-month probationary period for those not currently employed by the agency. Employment Level: Full-time. Travel and evening/weekend duty may occur in this position. Work Location: Gothenburg Military Position: Level OR6 Start Date: By agreement Salary: Individual salary determination Recruiting Information Julia Åhsberg Reached via switchboard 08–7887500 Trade Union Representatives Försvarsförbundet, mailto:[email protected] SEKO, mailto:[email protected] SACO, mailto:[email protected] Officersförbundet, mailto:[email protected] Application Welcome to submit your application no later than 2026-09-06. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter where you explain why you are suited for this position. Applications for this position will only be received via the Swedish Armed Forces website. Please note vacation period during weeks 28–31. Applications for this position will only be received via the Swedish Armed Forces website. --------------------------------------------------------Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit: The Defense Medicine Center (FömedC) is the Swedish Armed Forces' center for the defense medicine function, located in Gothenburg. FömedC consists of a management with staff, the Swedish Armed Forces School for Defense Medicine (FSS), the Functional Unit (FunkE), and the Hospital Battalion (Sjhbat). The center has licensed healthcare personnel such as doctors, veterinarians, nurses, and more. It has officers, reserve officers, civilian staff, and conscripts. The Defense Medicine Center is part of the Gothenburg Garrison. Every day and every hour, our employees make efforts that affect other people's lives, both large and small, and both at home and around the world. The Swedish Armed Forces have 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, fitness activities, and a good balance between work and personal life. Employment with us involves placement in a security clearance level. Typically, Swedish citizenship is required. A security check with background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be placed for war service. 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 for employment. If you proceed in the hiring process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented. Calls from external recruitment firms and salespeople are not welcome.Would you like to contribute with technical expertise to the Hospital Battalion's operational capability? The Hospital Battalion is seeking technical officers for the support platoon in the positions of vehicle mechanics and electrical systems. About the Support Platoon The platoon supports the company's medical units with transportation, supply, equipment, fuel, materiel management, and other logistical services. The platoon is also part of the Defense Medicine Center's war unit, which means they provide support with materiel management and transportation. Operations are characterized by…

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3. 7. 2026

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