Umeåregionens brandförsvar covers the municipalities of Umeå, Vindeln and Robertsfors and works with preventive fire protection measures, rescue and safety. Our rescue missions vary and can include everything from fires and traffic accidents to providing first aid We are now looking for driven and committed firefighters who want to help shape the future of emergency services. With us, you will not only have interesting tasks - you will be part of a team with high ambitions and a strong sense of community. Together, we fulfill a crucial societal function and create a safer future for our residents. We are currently in an exciting phase of development. We are building another full-time station in Umeå and plan to expand our workforce in the coming years. We are looking for a large number of new employees, starting as early as 2025, and see this as an important step to further improve the quality of our work and service. Your tasks As a firefighter with us, you will: limit damage to people, property and the environment during rescue operations. prevent accidents through training and information efforts both internally and externally participate in and lead development work, mainly on rescue methods and tactics carry out operational and maintenance work to ensure our operational capability participate in and lead exercises for emergency responders to strengthen preparedness. About you We are looking for people who are passionate about making a difference and who have a strong commitment to working in an important societal function. It is important to us that you have a service-oriented approach and that you treat both colleagues and the public with respect and professionalism. As our work often involves dealing with complex and demanding situations, we are looking for you with a broad skill set and a solution-oriented approach. You are a team player who enjoys working in a team, but you also have the ability to contribute independently to the development of the workplace. We believe you are a positive and helpful person who is confident and inspires trust. To be considered for the position, you should be physically fit and able to swim. SMO training and experience from the profession as a full-time firefighter is something we look favorably on. You need to have a driving license C. In the coming years, we will also need more trained force leaders and we look positively if you have that competence. How to apply In your application, we would like you to attach a cover letter and CV. Great importance will be attached to your personal qualities. Do you want to know more about how our recruitment process works? Visit Umeå municipality's website at umea.se/blibrandman Other information The position is a permanent position with a probationary period and we would like you to start as agreed. The work is scheduled and includes day, evening, night and weekend shifts. Those who progress in the recruitment process will undergo tests held at the fire station in Umeå. You will choose to participate either on March 31 or April 7. Come and be part of our growing organization and help make the Umeå region an even safer place to live and work! Follow Umeå municipality on Linkedin!