With relatives working in the mining industry, Boliden has always been on his radar. While still a student, Jonas gained valuable experience through summer jobs as a measurement technician and at the enrichment plant. These experiences offer priceless insights for anyone, but perhaps even more so for someone working in HR for a diversified conglomerate like Boliden, which is involved in a wide range of commercial activities and manages a large and varied workforce.
'We're a large, geographically diverse company,” says Jonas, who is based at Boliden's office outside Skellefteå. "I work closely with HR in other locations and offices, but the challenge is how diverse our operations are, both geographically and in terms of our activities."
To illustrate this challenge, Jonas mentions the contrasting environments of their mines. "Take Aitik outside Gällivare, an open pit mine," he says, "compared to the vastly different underground conditions at Garpenberg. Our head office supports both these operations, essentially living in both worlds. It's demanding but incredibly interesting."
Broad Experience in Personnel Matters
Jonas brings to the table not only broad experience within Boliden, but also deep expertise from various HR roles in other organizations. After graduating with a degree in HR from Mid Sweden University, he worked as a recruiter for several years before joining Boliden as a personnel developer. He then ventured into the public sector for a while before returning to Boliden. So, what keeps drawing him back?
"I truly enjoyed the summer jobs and the research for my thesis," Jonas explains. "The mining industry has always held a certain appeal for me. Additionally, Boliden's reputation as a great employer, evident in its community involvement such as sponsoring Skellefteå AIK jerseys, also played a part in my decision."
