About this role
**About the Position**
We are seeking a Maintenance Manager for Forcit's operations in Gällivare–Pajala. Here, we manufacture and deliver bulk emulsion for open-pit mines, with a workforce of approximately 30 employees, seven MEMU trucks, and a modern production line. You will be responsible for the maintenance and operational reliability of our MEMU trucks, production equipment, and technical installations related to the manufacturing and delivery of bulk emulsion.
In this role, you will focus on developing our preventive maintenance, work methods, and operational reliability. You will have overall responsibility for ensuring that our technical equipment, facilities, and vehicles operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable requirements.
The role primarily involves working at the facility in Gällivare, but also partially in Pajala. Additionally, travel within Sweden may be required. To facilitate this, we see it as an advantage if you live in or near Gällivare.
**Responsibilities**
• Plan, coordinate, and perform maintenance on equipment, MEMU trucks, and facilities
• Ensure that manufacturing and deliveries occur without interruption
• Maintain accurate documentation and report through digital systems
• Identify areas for improvement and proactively work on process development
• Participate in projects and collaborate with colleagues, operators, the Karlskoga team, and external workshops
• Contribute to the development and implementation of standardized routines and work methods
• Work in an industrial environment with a strong focus on safety and working conditions
**About You**
We are looking for someone who has:
**Requirements**
• Relevant technical education or equivalent experience
• Experience in maintenance work, preferably within vehicles or the process industry
• Experience in independently planning, prioritizing, and executing both preventive and corrective maintenance
• Good IT skills and experience with digital documentation
• Ability to work systematically and adhere to safety requirements
• A valid driver's license (B)
**Meritorious**
• Experience in heavy vehicle industry
• Experience with MEMU and charging equipment
• Experience from industrial, mining, or process environments
• A valid driver's license (C)
• Familiarity with wheel loaders/counterbalance forklifts
• Experience in preventive maintenance and maintenance systems
**Personal Attributes**
As a person, you are confident in your skills and thrive in a role where you can combine planning, technical work, and problem-solving. You have experience working in or near a production environment and want to be an active part of a team where safety, quality, and development are central, with a significant opportunity to influence.
You can be either an experienced professional or a younger talent looking to grow in the role – what matters is that you have the right drive, interest, and sense of responsibility.
**About Us**
Forcit Explosives is part of the FORCIT Group, the leading player in the Nordic region within blasting technology, defense systems, and safety-critical consulting services. FORCIT has over 600 employees and operations in several Nordic countries, with its headquarters in Finland and a strong presence in Sweden and Norway.
Forcit Explosives is the leading supplier of explosives in the Nordic market. We offer a comprehensive range of products and services within the mining and construction sector, focusing on blasting operations and other services throughout the project lifecycle.
In Sweden, the headquarters is located in Karlskoga, and the company's operations are spread across the country, with a focus on Karlskoga, Stockholm, Gothenburg, and mining activities in Norrland.
We conduct background checks in accordance with industry regulations.
**About the Recruitment Process**
In this recruitment, we are collaborating with Tacting, where all recruitment consultants are certified according to DNV's standards and work with unbiased recruitment. With the help of capacity tests and personality profile analyses, Tacting conducts an objective assessment of how you may handle your new tasks with us while minimizing the risk of discrimination and unequal treatment.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Elin Skau at 073-529 69 67 or Linette Von Bargen at 073-504 22 64.
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. We welcome your application by December 9th!