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Rock Mechanics Engineer to Open Pit Production

Step into a role where your geotechnical expertise directly shapes safe and efficient open pit operations in Svappavaara. Here, you’ll work close to the field and the planning teams, contributing insights that keep our production running securely and sustainably.

Location: Svappavaara
Contract type: Permanent employment
Latest application date: 2026-03-31

Shaping the future

At LKAB, we are leading the transformation of our industry toward a sustainable future. Just as we aim to reshape the world, we are committed to developing every individual on our team, both personally and professionally. Are you ready to help shape the future of the mining and mineral industry?

If you want a glimpse into what life is like for our employees in Svappavaara, click the link: LKAB Svappavaara

Your role

We are looking for a Rock Mechanics Engineer or Geologist to support short-term production planning and daily open pit operations at LKAB Svappavaara. The role is operational and field-focused, with emphasis on geotechnical safety, risk management and geology. A key part of the position is to conduct risk assessments, evaluate slope stability and provide geotechnical input to weekly and monthly mine plans.

You will work closely with geology, planning and production teams, carrying out pit inspections, assessing slope conditions, interpreting monitoring data and delivering timely recommendations to ensure safe and efficient mining.

At Svappavaara, the Mine Planning Department oversees both short-term and production planning for local deposits. The team includes professionals in surveying, geotechnical engineering, geology, and mine planning, working together to optimise operational performance.

What you bring

You are motivated to support the development of our open pit operations and enjoy working closely with colleagues from different disciplines. You take responsibility and show strong drive in your work, while staying attentive and adaptable. The role involves regular contact with many stakeholders, which means strong communication and collaboration skills are important.

What we offer

In addition to the general benefits we offer — which you can find a bit further down — we can also offer you, who currently do not live in Sweden, the following:

Additional information

We strive for a fair and objective recruitment process. Therefore, we usually do not request cover letters. Instead, we ask you to answer questions related to the specific position you are applying for. Your responses help us understand your skills and experience, so please take the time to answer as clearly and thoroughly as possible.

Start: According to agreement

Location: Svappavaara, Kiruna municipality

Type of Employment: Permanent (tillsvidare), full-time. A six‑month probationary period may be applied

Contact: For more information about the position, please contact Robin Offermo, robin.offermo@lkab.com or Manuel Astorga, manuel.astorga@lkab.com

Union representatives Kiruna/ Svappavaara:


Hanna Gustafsson Talent Acquisition Partner

We have really good benefits

  • Free access to LKAB:s own gym and our partners´facilities in Norrbotten
  • Reward program
  • Wellness allowance and educational support, along with access to an art association, leisure club, mountain cabins, and family activities
  • Enhanced parental pay with up to 90% of your regular salary for up to six months (after one year of employment)
  • Support and assistance in cases of illness or questions about work environment, health, wellness, and rehabilitation
  • Compensation for dental care and protective eyewear, including terminal glasses
  • Opportunity to apply for scholarships for both your and your children’s studies
  • Access to our pension and insurance program with favourable rates

Background check during recruitment

To ensure quality during our recruitment processes, as well as part of our systematic security work, a background check will be carried out on the final candidate in certain recruitments. The purpose is to ensure a safe working environment and protect assets and sensitive information.

Please note that we’ve already decided on recruitment channels and marketing strategies.

We kindly but firmly ask not to be contacted by media sellers, recruitment sites and similar actors.

More on LKAB

LKAB is an international mining and minerals group based in northern Sweden, but with the whole world as its workplace. We lead the way towards carbon-free production and we do it together – in an open, warm and safe working environment with technology and development in focus. We welcome challenges, innovative ideas and initiative, always with gender equality and diversity in focus.

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Rock Mechanics Engineer to Open Pit Production

Location: Svappavaara
Contract type: Permanent employment
Latest application date: 2026-03-31