Maintenance engineer / maintenance technician for the refining ball sintering plant
Kiruna, Sverige
Type of Employment Full-time
Job position Operations and maintenance engineer, plant
Work model On location
Application due date 31 October 2024
Are you the one?

Do you want to be part of the transformation of our industry? Do you like development, improvement and problem solving? Then you could be the person we are looking for!

We are now looking for a maintenance engineer or maintenance technician for the refining ball mill 2 & 3 (KK2/KK3) in Kiruna. We look forward to your application!


The most important job of the future

We want to lead the transformation of our industry towards a sustainable future. And just as we want to change the world, we want to develop everyone who is with us on the journey, personally and professionally. Do you want to help shape the future of the world's mining and minerals industry?


About Kiruna Processing

Kiruna Ore Processing's mission is to process ore from mine to finished product. The main parts of the process are screening, enrichment and pelletizing. The department consists of a total of eight sections, four of which are part of the main process and the other four are support sections in quality, technology and process development, material processes and Water and Dams. Read more about us at the processing department here: https://www.lkab.com/sv/om-lkab/fran-gruva-till-hamn/foradla/.


Your role

Now is your chance to apply for a rewarding and stimulating role as a maintenance engineer or maintenance technician with us at pellet plant KK2/KK3. You will be one of the key people in the work to increase the reliability and availability of the plants in collaboration with other groups within the business.

The tasks mainly consist of leading the strategic development of maintenance in the pellet plants by continuously analyzing and tracking error causes that affect operational reliability and availability. You will also solve technical problems and participate in projects as a technical expert.

This is a unique opportunity for a rewarding job where you can make a real difference!


What you bring to the table

We are looking for a structured and analytical individual with an ambitious attitude and a strong desire to learn. You have a solution-oriented approach and enjoy finding creative solutions to problems. At KK2/KK3, we work together and appreciate your ability to build good relationships both within and outside the team.

We would like to see you have an engineering degree, preferably in machinery or maintenance, but this is not a requirement. We also value other relevant experience for the position. Professional experience as a technician, operator or leader in maintenance are examples of meritorious background. We attach great importance to your personal qualities.

The position requires:

  • Good secondary school grades
  • B-driving license
  • Good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written


What you get

  • Motivation program that rewards success
  • Health care and study support, as well as access to the art association, leisure association, mountain huts and family activities
  • Enhanced parental allowance of up to 90% of your regular salary for up to six months (after one year of employment)
  • Help and support in case of illness or in matters related to work environment, health, wellness and rehabilitation
  • Protective and terminal glasses and reimbursement for dental care
  • Possibility to apply for study grants for both you and your children
  • Opportunity to join our pension and insurance program with preferential rates


Other information

Working hours: Daytime.

Scope: Full-time

Start: According to agreement

Location: Kiruna


A warm welcome with your application! Recruitment is ongoing so please apply as soon as possible.

For more information about the position contact: Group Manager Andreas Lehto, 070 235 54 81.


Trade union contact persons:

Kiruna/Svappavaara:

Unionen Norra - Sakari Alanko, 0980-725 08

Akademikerföreningen- Peter Johansson, 0980-71879

Ledarna Norra - Ingegerd Kyrö, 0980-71050