The Swedish Geotechnical Institute (SGI) is an expert authority working for safe, efficient, and sustainable construction and sustainable use of land and natural resources. Our tasks include preventing landslides, rockfalls, and coastal erosion. SGI also develops new methods for remediation of contaminated areas. SGI belongs to the Ministry of Climate and Enterprise and has approximately 100 employees. The main office is located in Linköping with offices in Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmö.
We are seeking someone with professional experience who is interested in providing geotechnical support to municipalities and regional authorities in the planning and building process.
We work with both research and consulting and knowledge dissemination to contribute to safe and sustainable societal development. We do this, among other things, by providing support to authorities and municipalities on geotechnical issues. Society's need for support in preventing risks and preventing damage from natural disasters such as rockfalls, landslides, and erosion has increased and will continue to increase due to development and ongoing climate change. We therefore see an increased demand for our support regarding geotechnical issues, including in the planning process.
1 position(s).
DUTIES
Your main responsibilities will consist of providing support to municipalities, regional authorities, and government agencies regarding geotechnics in the planning process. You will also provide support to the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB) in matters concerning state grants for preventive measures against natural disasters, as well as work with knowledge dissemination and development within the geotechnical field.
You will be part of SGI's Planning Unit, which handles matters concerning detailed and comprehensive plans, infrastructure planning, and cases from the Land and Environmental Court. The position also includes developing our operations and participating in inter-agency collaborations. This leads to many external contacts primarily with authorities and municipalities. The work involves, in addition to leading your own assignments, also participating in others' assignments within SGI's operations.
The position also includes participation in our knowledge dissemination activities, such as courses, seminars, and lectures. The person hired will be part of SGI's emergency organization providing geotechnical support, especially to rescue services when rockfalls or landslides have occurred or are feared (on-call expert).
QUALIFICATIONS
We are seeking someone with a degree in Civil Engineering from a Road and Water Engineering Program (Civil Engineering) from a technical university or equivalent competence that the employer deems equivalent. You should also have experience in geotechnical investigation or review work.
For the position, good knowledge of slope stability and foundation engineering as well as geotechnical investigation and design work is required. Work experience in geotechnical work in the planning process and related knowledge of the Planning and Building Act as well as work at another government agency is meritorious.
We want you to have an interest in society's and the geotechnical industry's need for development. You should be able to express yourself well in both speech and writing in Swedish and English. It is important that you enjoy external contacts, appreciate collaboration, and can be inspired by our societal mission.
Great importance will be placed on your personal suitability in the selection process. To be able to work with us, you must share the state's common values, http://www.sgi.se/sv/om-sgi/sa-arbetar-vi/vardegrund-och-kompass/
Salary form: Monthly salary.
Type of employment: Permanent employment.
Duration: Permanent.
Working hours: Daytime.
We are seeking one or more employees. The position is placed at the Planning Unit, Department of Physical Planning and Buildability, in Linköping, Gothenburg, or Stockholm. Other work locations may be discussed. The position is a permanent employment, but a probationary period may apply. Start date as soon as possible by agreement.
We offer you
We offer you the opportunity to be part of an important societal mission where you get to work with developing and varying tasks as well as good opportunities for professional development. At our organization, we value differences in background, experience, and expertise and see them as a strength in our work. You will be part of a workplace characterized by commitment, work satisfaction, and a clear focus on employee well-being and development. Our employees are our most important asset, and to succeed with our societal mission, we need knowledgeable and engaged colleagues. We strive to be an attractive, inclusive, and sustainable employer where you are given the opportunity to thrive and grow. We apply individual and differentiated salary setting in accordance with state guidelines and applicable regulations. The salary process is transparent and based on systematic evaluation of equal and equivalent work tasks within the agency. As an employee, you are offered a favorable vacation agreement, the possibility of flexible working arrangements and remote work to some extent, as well as a generous wellness allowance and several other state benefits.The Swedish Geotechnical Institute (SGI) is an expert authority working for safe, efficient, and sustainable construction and sustainable use of land and natural resources. Our tasks include preventing landslides, rockfalls, and coastal erosion. SGI also develops new methods for remediation of contaminated areas. SGI belongs to the Ministry of Climate and Enterprise and has approximately 100 employees. The main office is located in Linköping with offices in Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmö.
We are seeking someone with professional experience who is interested in providing geotechnical…