Mechanic, Concentrator Plant
Hedemora, Sverige
Type of Employment Full-time
Job position Maintenance Mechanic
Work model On location
Application due date 8 November 2026
Are you the one?

Boliden is a high-tech metals company with its own mines and smelters that takes a long-term approach to ensuring 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 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.


Are you a dedicated mechanic who enjoys preventive maintenance, problem-solving, collaboration, and a varied workload? We are currently seeking a mechanic to join our mechanics team at the Garpenberg Concentrator.


Your Role

As a mechanic at the Garpenberg Concentrator, you’ll play a key role in ensuring safe and stable operations. Through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs, you’ll help ensure our facilities operate efficiently and that downtime is minimized.

You’ll work closely with other mechanics on the team and be responsible for an assigned work area within the concentrator and the sand storage facility. The job involves planning and executing work orders, following up on corrective actions, and contributing to long-term, preventive maintenance efforts.

The position is based above ground, with working hours Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. On-call duty is part of the role, and overtime may be required as needed.


Your Team

You will be part of a dedicated team consisting of mechanics and maintenance technicians who work together to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production. Collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement are a natural part of everyday life.

You will report to the supervisor for mechanics in the above-ground maintenance department.


Your responsibilities:

  • Conducting rounds in your assigned area of responsibility and other operations as needed.
  • Performing preventive maintenance and repairs in the operations.
  • Troubleshooting and resolving issues to minimize downtime.
  • Planning, preparing, and documenting in our Maximo maintenance system.
  • Participating in improvement meetings and process group meetings and contributing ideas to optimize our processes.


Your Contribution

To thrive and succeed in this role, we’re looking for someone who takes responsibility for their work and drives tasks forward in a structured manner. You have a proactive approach to work, are solution-oriented, and recognize the value of preventing problems before they arise.

You plan your work well, create favorable conditions for your colleagues, and contribute to good teamwork through clear communication and a positive attitude. We also look for flexibility and a willingness to develop both work methods and processes to contribute to the organization’s continued improvement.


Requirements

  • High school diploma with a technical focus
  • Experience in maintenance work
  • Class B driver’s license
  • Good computer skills
  • Experience working with maintenance systems
  • Good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written


Desirable Qualifications

  • Several years of experience working as a mechanic
  • Experience with maintenance work in the process industry
  • Experience with preventive maintenance
  • Experience with the Maximo maintenance system


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 your contributions will have a direct impact on future generations. We are a company made up of responsible and creative people who all work toward the same vision: to become the most sustainable and respected metals supplier in the world.


Apply today to be part of something truly meaningful!

At Boliden, diversity and inclusion are a driving force for innovation. We know that different perspectives and experiences strengthen us and help us stay at the forefront of an important and exciting industry. That’s why we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone can feel safe and inspired to reach their full potential.


Want to learn more about the role? Contact the hiring manager, Erika Gilén, via email Erika.Gilen@boliden.com.

Questions about the application will be answered by our Talent Acquisition Partner, Helen Eklid, Helen.Eklid@boliden.com.

For union information, contact Daniel Klasson, IF Metall, at 070-247 31 13.

Application deadline: November 8, 2026. Recruitment may occur on an ongoing basis, so apply today!


As part of Boliden’s quality-focused recruitment process and systematic safety efforts, background checks may be included in the recruitment process.


If the position you have applied for involves the 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 (MCF) during the recruitment process.

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