Mechanical Technician
Full Time, Permanent
Vaxholm, Stockholm
Who we are
JFD is the world leading underwater capability provider, serving the commercial and defence markets with innovative diving, submarine and hyperbaric rescue, technical solutions and services. Operating worldwide, the company is the world’s leading provider of submarine rescue capability and an established provider of submarine escape training. The company is at the forefront of Hyperbaric Rescue, along with being the leading supplier of commercial and defence diving equipment and saturation diving systems to the commercial industry.
JFD Sweden – part of a Global James Fisher Group
James Fisher is a global engineering services company that has evolved from its origins as a ship owner and operator to provide expertise and innovative technology across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. We help our customers deliver on their promises safely, efficiently, and responsibly. With a strong heritage built on our people and innovation, we are embedding sustainability across our business.
Our strategy, centered around the One James Fisher ambition, aims to build a cohesive engineering service company in the Blue Economy.
- Our Energy Division offers safe, sustainable products and services for oil, gas, and renewables.
- The Defence Division provides underwater systems and life support for defence and commercial diving markets.
- Maritime Transport leads in global maritime shipping and ship-to-ship transfer services.
Together, we are building a brighter, bolder, and more innovative future.
About the Role
Join our dynamic Production Workshop team as a Mechanical Technician and embark on a thrilling journey where no two days are the same! In this role, you'll be at the heart of assembly, manufacturing, maintenance, and testing of our cutting-edge products. You'll ensure our products meet design and quality standards, while also taking charge of high-quality assembly, testing, and installation work. With a keen eye for organization, you'll keep tasks and deadlines on track, maintaining a neat workspace and tools. Your adaptability and communication skills will shine as you navigate changing circumstances and collaborate effectively with others. We're looking for someone methodical, thorough, and ready to take ownership of tasks, driving them to completion with a focus on delivering top-notch results. If you're a Swedish citizen with a passion for excellence and a background in boat building, subsea, maritime, aviation, or vehicles, we want you on our team! Join us and be part of exciting end-to-end projects that will keep you engaged and challenged every step of the way.
Follow the link to see the type of projects you will be working on: Tactical Diving Vehicles | Jfd Spec Ops (jfd-spec-ops.com)
The successful candidate will be a Swedish citizen deemed eligible for Swedish security clearance
Role Responsibilities
- Responsible for installation work of JFD Sweden’s products according to instructions and time plan.
- Organisation: keeping track of tasks and deadlines, maintaining a neat and orderly workspace including responsible to maintaining tools and assets.
- Responsible to maintain high quality assembly and testing of products as well as installation work.
- Ensure Quality assurance by Signing off AITP, Certification and fill in internal concern reports.
- Accountable for compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental legal and other requirements as required.
Effectively manage workload in order to meet the schedule and our customers requirements from start to completion of each order.
- Communication: effectively communicating with others, seeking clarification, and responding to feedback.
- Adaptability: being flexible and able to adjust to changing circumstances, taking on new challenges and responsibilities.
Knowledge, Experience, Skills Required
- Swedish citizen with security clearance eligibility
- Experience in boat building, maintenance, or service of commercial/leisure vessels, or subsea/maritime/aviation/vehicle background desirable
- Experience in demanding businesses with a focus on technology, quality, and safety
- Experience in diesel engine and/or water jet maintenance and installation desirable
- Experience in bonding and composite works desirable
- Proficient in reading and understanding technical drawings and written instructions
- Methodical and thorough
- Willingness to take ownership and accountability of tasks
- Focused on delivering high-quality output to tight deadlines
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Swedish
- Ability to work effectively within a team and manage own timescales
- Systematic, methodical, and excellent attention to detail
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks
- Flexible for travel to local or overseas sites if required
Why Join Us?
- Exciting Projects: Be part of thrilling end-to-end projects where no two days are the same, ensuring you stay engaged and challenged every step of the way.
- Dynamic Team Environment: Work in a collaborative and supportive team, where your adaptability and communication skills will shine as you navigate changing circumstances and take on new challenges.
- Focus on Excellence: Join a team that values high-quality output, organization, and attention to detail, with opportunities to take ownership of tasks and drive them to completion.
If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you!
We are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce. For more information Click here