Crane Operator - Scrapyard Boden Operations - Boden

Stegra AB; Bodens kommun; On-site; SEK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Visa sponsorship

Competitive salary package

25 days annual leave

Modern facilities in Boden

Job summary

Stegra AB is seeking a hands-on Crane Operator for our Scrapyard in Boden. You will operate cranes safely, handle lifting tasks, and support daily logistics to keep production flowing.

Applicants should have crane/logistics experience, relevant vocational training, and a strong safety mindset. EU Driving license B is required; Swedish language skills are a plus. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship may be provided.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in crane or logistics operations, ideally in heavy industry or scrapyard environments.
• Solid understanding of lifting equipment and material handling.
• Relevant vocational training or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Proficient in understanding mechanical systems and machinery.
• Strong safety mindset with related certifications (e.g. Working at Heights, Confined Spaces).
• Structured, reliable, detail-oriented, collaborative, and team-focused.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate various types of cranes according to load charts and lifting plans.
• Lift, load, unload, and transport equipment and materials.
• Conduct pre-operation and post-operation inspections to ensure safe conditions.
• Contribute to a safe work environment and safety culture.
• Assist team members with daily operations and rotate duties to develop skills.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards with the team.

Skills

Crane operation

Logistics operations

Safety mindset

English proficiency

EU Driving license B

Education

Vocational training or hands-on experience

Tools

Crane equipment knowledge

Job description

Are you hands-on, solution-oriented, and ready to make a real impact in a growing industrial environment? At Stegra, we’re looking for people who thrive on teamwork, take pride in quality, and want to be part of shaping the future of sustainable industry—starting right here in our Scrapyard team.

A bit about the role

At Stegra, we’re not just building a plant, we’re proving that sustainable industry is possible. And to do that, we need people like you.

As a Crane Operator at our Scrapyard, you’ll be part of our Cranes and Logistics team, reporting to the Raw Materials Manager, as you take on a key role in the safe and efficient operation of various types of cranes. Your work will be crucial in ensuring the smooth transport of materials and equipment across site — helping keep our production lines running at their best.

What you’ll do:

• Safely operate various types of cranes according to load charts and lifting plans.
• Lift, load, unload, and transport equipment and materials.
• Conduct pre-operation and post-operation equipment inspections to ensure good working conditions.
• Take responsibility to contribute to a safe work environment by actively participating in the development and upkeep of process control and safety practices as well a robust safety culture.
• Assist team members with daily operations and participate in rotation of work duties in order to develop competence within the shift team.
• Together with the rest of the team, maintain excellent housekeeping standards.

What you’ll bring:

• Practical experience in crane or logistics operations, ideally within heavy industry, scrapyard, or steel industry environments, with a solid understanding of lifting equipment and material handling.
• Relevant vocational training or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Proficient in understanding and working with mechanical systems and machinery.
• A strong safety mindset backed by relevant certifications (e.g. Working at Heights, Confined Spaces, or equivalent).
• A structured, reliable, and detail-oriented way of working, combined with a collaborative approach and willingness to support others.
• Physical readiness to take on demanding tasks, including working at heights; good depth perception is essential.
• EU Driving license B (EU) is required. Other certifications, such as crane, forklift, or other heavy vehicles are considered a plus.
• Good English skills: basic Swedish skills are a plus.

What you’ll get:

If you're passionate about making a real difference and contributing to a more sustainable future, Stegra offers a unique opportunity to be part of a driven and ambitious team. Here, you can help shape the future of steel production while growing your own career in a company that values inclusion, collaboration, and personal development. We believe our success starts with our people - and together, we're building a greener tomorrow.

• A permanent position in one of Sweden's most exciting industrial projects.
• Competitive salary and benefits package in line with Union-negotiated agreements.
• 25 days of annual leave, in accordance with Swedish labor standards.
• Full relocation support, including housing assistance, travel arrangements, and relocation compensation.
• Visa sponsorship where applicable.
• Modern, purpose-built facilities in Boden with a focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone is encouraged to grow and thrive.

Working in Boden

Our Boden site is right in the heart of a growing green industrial hub in Northern Sweden. It’s where we’re building one of the world’s most modern, sustainable steel plants. With just a 10-minute commute from town, you'll be close to both cutting-edge technology and the everyday convenience of community life.

Your application

Studies show that women and underrepresented groups often hesitation to apply unless they meet every requirement. At Stegra, we’re building an impact-driven, sustainable company - and we need a diverse, inclusive team to make it happen.

If you share our passion but don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role, or another as we grow.

About Stegra

Stegra is on a mission to change the global steel industry by producing green hydrogen, iron, and steel - with the goal of eliminating CO₂ emissions. Instead of coal, we use green hydrogen and fossil-free electricity, meaning our primary emissions will be water and heat.

By 2030, our ambition is to produce 5 million tonnes of green steel annually in our fully integrated, digitized, and sustainable plant in Boden, Northern Sweden - currently under construction. But this is just the beginning. Our expertise in green hydrogen will enable us to decarbonize industries beyond steel, paving the way for a cleaner future.

If you encounter any challenges when you are sending your application, please contact us on [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.