For fixed underground facilities - temporary position
Boliden is a high-tech metals company with its own mines and smelters that works long-term to guarantee society's access to base and precious metals. For a century, our work has been part of the value chains that shape modern society. At Boliden, we know that the metals we mine and make available will continue to play a crucial role in the future - what matters is how we produce them. Join us and drive change for future generations.
We are now looking for a temporary mechanic for the underground fixed plant department. The temporary position will start as soon as possible or as agreed, until the end of August 2026.
Your role
As a mechanic at Fixed Mechanics, you mainly work with preventive maintenance and repairs of fixed installations above and below ground. Fixed installations consist of, among other things, our rock winch (elevator for feeding ore from the mine) and person winch (elevator for feeding people down and up from the mine), a number of pumping stations and two crushers with associated conveyors and feeders underground. We have a strong focus on preventive work, which includes working with continuous improvements. There is physically heavy work.
The working hours are daytime underground, four days a week. Even weeks Mon-Thurs, odd weeks Tues-Fri. Shift work during rope stops occurs. Standby is part of the service, but will only be applied once you have achieved a good knowledge of the tasks and feel confident in the role.
Your team
You will work in a close-knit team of 10 mechanics. The work is done in teams of two or more people, which requires good collaboration skills and clear communication. The work involves problem solving independently as well as in the group.
Your tasks
- Preventive maintenance and repairs of fixed installations above and below ground.
- Roundings and correction of any faults
Your contribution
- High school education, preferably specializing in mechanics, industry, vehicles or similar.
- Work in mining and / or industry
- Mastery of Swedish and English in speech and writing
- B-driving license
Meritande is
- Experience of working as a mechanic
- Experience of working with maintenance systems ex. Maximo
- Ability to drive a wheel loader or high lifter
- Ability to work at high heights with a harness when e.g. shaft work occurs
Why work with us
At Boliden we believe in promoting 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 of responsible and creative people all working towards the same vision; to become the most sustainable and respected metal supplier in the world.
Apply today to be part of something truly meaningful!
At Boliden, diversity and inclusion is a driver of innovation. We know that different perspectives and experiences strengthen us and help us stay ahead in an important and exciting industry. That's why we encourage applications from people with different backgrounds and viewpoints. Together, we are building a workplace where everyone can feel safe and inspired to reach their full potential.
Want to know more about the role? Contact recruiting manager Per Norling via per.norling@boliden.com.
Questions about the application are answered by our Talent Acquisition Partner, Emma Svensson via emma.svensson@boliden.com.
For union information, please contact Ulf Gustafsson, IF Metall, 0225-360 33.
Last day to apply: February 22, 2026.
Please send your application to us as soon as possible, as selection is ongoing and the position may be filled before the deadline.
As part of Boliden's qualitative recruitment work and systematic safety work, background checks may be included in the recruitment process.
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