Sports ground worker Nolia, Leisure Operations
Umeå, Sverige
Type of Employment Part-time
Job position Various workers
Work model On location
Application due date 17 March 2026
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The leisure administration in Umeå municipality wants to contribute to a good living environment by creating good opportunities for active leisure with sports, exercise, recreation and public health. Its area of responsibility includes the operation of sports and leisure facilities, leisure, excursion and recreation areas, facilities for leisure boats and initiatives in leisure fishing and outdoor recreation. Through the municipality's joint Associations Office, the Leisure Administration is responsible for the overall preparation, follow-up and evaluation of the municipality's support for associations and for strengthening contacts between the municipality's various representatives and organized associations. The Operations Department is responsible for staffing our major sports facilities: Nolia Sports Center, Gammlia Sports Center and Teg Sports Center, as well as facilities in Holmsund and Hörnefors. Other sports and leisure facilities in the municipality are managed by our mobile operations team based in Västerslätt. This group is responsible for, among other things, the maintenance of ice rinks, school sports grounds, local sports grounds, artificial and natural grass pitches, sports fields, equipment rental, outdoor swimming, boating, outdoor recreation and the management of Bräntberget. Your tasks Your main tasks consist of being responsible for the operation, maintenance and daily care of the Nolia sports center. This includes ensuring that the premises and equipment are in good condition, carrying out simple repairs, managing ice and pitch maintenance, and helping to create a safe and welcoming environment for associations, schools and the general public. You will also participate in other tasks related to sports activities that may arise in day-to-day operations. About you We are looking for you who have an approved upper secondary education and experience in a service profession. We would like to see that you have a license for forklifts, ATVs and/or wheel loaders. If you have experience of working with these, as well as with an ice machine, this is also an advantage. The position requires a B-driving license, as you need to be able to move between different facilities and drive work vehicles in the service. You also need to have good knowledge of Swedish in both speech and writing as the work involves daily communication with colleagues, associations, schools and visitors as well as handling written documentation and safety procedures. A basic knowledge of English is essential as we regularly meet international visitors, event participants and sportspeople. This position involves heavy lifting. Good physical health is an important prerequisite for coping with some heavy work. As a person, you are flexible and able to take your own initiative, you can work independently as well as cooperate well with others. We attach great importance to personal suitability. A warm welcome with your application! Other information The service refers to two special fixed-term employment, part-time 25%, with planned start 2026-08-01 until 2027-04-30. Working hours are scheduled for both day and evening hours and weekends. About Umeå municipality Umeå municipality is the region's largest employer with over 13,000 brave employees. Our organization is divided into nine departments and together we work to make Umeå grow with care. Our values are based on citizen focus, openness, trust and continuous improvement. Together with us, you get to work in socially important assignments where you contribute to Umeå continuing to be safe, secure and fun. Umeå is northern Sweden's largest city with a rich range of experiences and opportunities. We are a city of associations and culture that offers a richer Umeå life even outside work. Here you can find out what it is like to live in Umeå: https://www.umea.se/flytta We will become more and therefore we are looking for you? Do you also want more? We offer fair conditions, good benefits and good development opportunities for lifelong learning, as well as jobs that are important to all those who live and work here. We look forward to hearing from you.