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?
Your Role
As Geotechnical Superintendent, you play a vital role in ensuring quality-assured geotechnical data collection, directly contributing to the safety of LKAB’s Kiruna mine. Reporting to the Section Leader for Rock Engineering, you oversee all geotechnical logging and drilling programs, providing critical data for mine design, infrastructure placement, instrumentation plans, and subsidence prognoses.
The core logging is carried out in a modern, large-scale and well-equipped facility right in Kiruna´s new city centre (“Malmhuset”). The importance for geotechnical data collection and its active use and benefits has been increasingly recognized in recent years. The facility is currently being reorganised to become LKAB’s “geotechnical hub” in Kiruna.
You will regularly visit underground and surface drill sites, ensuring high-quality drilling through active feedback. Your work is supported by established procedures and experienced colleagues from various departments, while logging and drilling are carried out by a skilled, multi-national team of contractors.
As Geotechnical Superintendent, you oversee coreshed activities, including:
Acting as LKAB´s representative to supervise the work of 15+ logging geologists
Managing logistics, task prioritization, QA/QC, logging rates, and equipment maintenance.
Handling purchases and invoices for logging/drilling.
Optimizing workflows for efficiency.
Ensuring core quality through contractor visits and feedback.
and advise the core logging and drilling teams follow SOPs.
Maintaining a safe work environment.
What you bring
We are looking for a senior geologist with experience managing large teams and drilling programs. The ideal candidate will be structured, able to organize and manage inputs from various stakeholders. You will have strong teamwork skills, collaborating with international contractors, and the ability to communicate effectively across different teams. Additionally, you will be expected to mentor and coach others, particularly new graduates, and ensure a safe work environment for all involved.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in preferably geotechnical engineering, or related branches like geology, mining engineering and/or earth sciences
Demonstrated leadership and mentorship experience for core logging teams
Minimum 3 years years hands-on experience with core logging
Proven expertise in management of drill programs and different drilling techniques
Experience working in a multicultural environment (e.g., international teams or cross-border projects).
Fluency in English is required. Swedish proficiency is a plus.
A valid driver’s license equivalent to Swedish Class B.
What we offer
Relocation support for you and your family.
Excellent conditions for settling in. We guide you through the official procedures necessary to settle in the country if you come from outside Sweden. We also provide temporary accommodation for a reasonable period and help you find a permanent place to live according to your personal needs.
LKAB helps you learn Swedish, a tool for a better understanding of Swedish culture.
The Swedish vacation law entitles all employees to five weeks of vacation per year, and four consecutive weeks during June, July, or August. Your contract may include extra vacation days.
Reward program.
Free access to LKAB’s own gym and our partners’ facilities in Norrbotten.
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.
Additional information
The application period is open until the end of April 6th, 2025. Please note that interviews may be conducted continuously before the closing date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
You will be based in the city of Kiruna situated in Swedish Lapland, above the Arctic Circle. The community of the same name is spread out over vast areas and offer great opportunities for fantastic outdoor activities, such as hunting, fishing, hiking, skiing, ice climbing, etc. See also http://www.kirunalapland.se/en/.
For more information about the role, please contact our hiring manager Matthias Wimmer, Section Manager Rock Engineering group, Phone: +46 (0)980 62264, e-mail matthias.wimmer@lkab.com.
Union representatives: Akademikerföreningen Kiruna – peter.johansson@lkab.com, Ledarna Norra – ingegerd.kyro@lkab.com Unionen Norra – sakari.alanko@lkab.com.
