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 currently in an exciting phase of development. We are building another full-time station in Umeå and plan to expand our workforce significantly. We are looking for a large number of new employees in the coming years and see this as an important step to further improve the quality of our work and service. We are now looking for brave and committed rescue instructors in ammunition and mine handling (AMH) and CBRNE (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive substances). The positions are part of the capacity increase for Rescue Services during High Readiness (RUHB) that is now taking place due to the current external situation. Within the framework of the service, there will also be the opportunity to be part of the emergency response force. Your tasks As a rescue instructor you will: Plan and conduct training in the relevant subject area for operational staff in the Umeå region. Coordinate training courses after collaboration with the training resource. Maintain own competence to be able to provide refresher training. Collaborate with the training resource and other instructors to achieve the goal of RUHB. 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 regarding methods and tactics in rescue operations. Carry out operational and maintenance work to ensure our operational capability. Participate in and lead exercises for emergency personnel 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. Right now, we are looking for you to join us in training emergency services personnel for the demands of war and crisis. We believe that you have competence and background in CBRNE or a similar field, but above all we value that you have experience and aptitude to independently and in an educational way conduct training. When the planned training activities in CBRNE are completed, you as an instructor are expected to continue training in other areas. Although not a requirement, experience as a full-time firefighter is welcomed, but your subject knowledge and teaching skills are equally valued. To be relevant for the position, you should have good physical fitness and be able to swim. You need to have a driving license C. 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 probationary employment and we would like you to start on January 1, 2026. Depending on your skills and current needs, the position can be a combination of rescue instructor and emergency firefighter. Those who progress in the recruitment process will undergo tests held at the fire station in Umeå. The tests will be conducted in October. If you have no training or experience as a full-time firefighter, you will receive the necessary training. Come and be part of our growing organization and help make the Umeå region an even safer place to live and work! About Umeå municipality Umeå municipality is the region's largest employer with over 13,000 employees. The municipality has around 440 managers and the operations are divided into eight administrations. Our jobs and our values are based on citizen focus, openness, trust and continuous improvement. Umeå is a cultural city in constant development. To meet the target of 200,000 inhabitants by 2050, we need more people working for growth and welfare. We know that diversity enriches and welcome everyone to apply for jobs with us. Over the next ten years, we will be hiring around a thousand people every year. Do you want to join us? Find out what it's like to live in Umeå here: https://www.umea.se/flytta Umeå municipality is part of three administrative areas for Finnish, Meänkieli and Sami www.umea.se/minoriteter. As an employee of Umeå municipality, you can take advantage of a number of benefits. Take part of our benefits https://umea.se/jobbochforetagande/jobbochpraktik/kommunensomarbetsgivare/varaformaner.4.1b4d24fb1752122eb843bf.html Do you sell ads or offer recruitment support? Please do not contact us about it! We select and contact the companies we work with ourselves.