Boliden is a high-tech metals company with its own mines and smelters that works long-term to ensure society's access to base and precious metals. For a century, our work has been part of the value chains that have shaped modern society. At Boliden, we know that the metals we extract and make available will play a crucial role in the future as well - what matters is how we produce them. Join us and drive change for future generations.
We are expanding our organization in Garpenberg and are now seeking two additions to our experienced and dedicated team in the Area Scaling Operations (OMR) department. Are you an experienced miner with a background in machine scaling, a high regard for safety, and strong decision-making abilities?
Then we would like to hear from you!
Your Role
As an area scaler, you will work with a variety of important tasks to secure the rock and prevent collapses. By inspecting rock conditions and carrying out reinforcements, you have a key role in ensuring a safe and secure working environment in the mine. To succeed and thrive in this role, you need to be a responsible and decisive person with good knowledge of scaling and bolting operations.
Your Team
You will join a dedicated team of experienced miners, where work is performed independently or in pairs. Working hours are currently continuous 1-shift 7/7 days, with a planned transition in the near future to continuous 2-shift, 7/7 day-night. This is a permanent position. A trial period may be applied.
Your Responsibilities
Manual and machine scaling
Manual and machine bolting
Manual and machine netting
Drilling with rock drills
Inspection of rock conditions and carrying out reinforcements
Securing and reinforcement of shafts
Your Contribution
We are looking for someone who takes great responsibility for safety and quality in your work. You readily take your own initiative and are skilled at working independently as well as in a team. You are also responsible and have a good ability to make clear and well-founded decisions in critical situations.
We are looking for you who have:
Experience in underground mining or quarrying work and machine scaling.
Class B driver's license
High school education
Good communication skills in Swedish and English
Meritorious:
Previous experience with manual scaling, bolting, or drilling with rock drills.
Why Work With Us
At Boliden, we believe in fostering a workplace where care, courage, and responsibility are central to everything we do. We offer a workplace where we believe in collaboration and where what you contribute will have a direct impact on future generations. We are a company made up of responsible and creative people all working toward the same vision: to become the most sustainable and respected metals supplier in the world.
Apply today to become part of something truly meaningful!
At Boliden, diversity and inclusion are drivers of innovation. We know that different perspectives and experiences strengthen us and help us stay at the forefront of an important and exciting industry. Therefore, we encourage applications from people with different backgrounds and perspectives. Together, we build a workplace where everyone can feel safe and inspired to reach their full potential.
Want to know more about the role? Contact Recruiting Manager Karin Persson, [email protected]
Questions about your application will be answered by our Talent Acquisition Partner, Helen Eklid, [email protected].
For union information, contact Daniel Klasson, IF Metall, 070-247 31 13.
Deadline for Application: September 16, 2026. We work with continuous selection, so please feel free to submit your application today.
As part of Boliden's qualitative recruitment work and systematic safety efforts, background checks may be included in the recruitment process.
If the position you have applied for involves handling of explosives, you will, in accordance with the Act on Flammable and Explosive Goods (2010:1011), undergo a background check for approval by the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB) during the recruitment process.
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