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Security industry report
Private security in
Sweden
Understand the industry. Find the employers. Plan your next step.
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Väktare is the main term for private guarding, including stationary and mobile patrol work. Ordningsvakt and skyddsvakt are distinct roles with additional requirements. Employers can advertise training entry routes; the standard guard training sequence includes VU1, practical workplace training and VU2. County administrative boards approve personnel for authorised security companies.
The industry at a glanceThe industry at a glance
National authorised-company total
No verified figureReference period: Unverified
The reviewed statement describes collective-agreement coverage. A separate total for all authorised guarding companies was not verified.
Säkerhetsföretagen, Transport and BYAAuthorised companies covered by the cited agreement
200companiesReference period: 2025-05
Companies represented in the joint industry response and covered by the sector collective agreement. This figure has that specific scope.
Säkerhetsföretagen, Transport and BYAHow to read this report
Every figure keeps its source date and definition. Company, establishment, licence and workforce counts describe different populations. Figures from different countries may not be comparable.
Employers to explore
Selected employers with official recruitment pages. Listings are unranked and do not imply a partnership, an active vacancy or a job offer.
Securitas Sverige
Search these job titles
- Väktare
- Skyddsvakt
- Ordningsvakt
The Swedish careers site separates security occupations and explains recruitment. Check whether a vacancy includes training and which approval applies to the role.
Application route
- Choose a role and location in the Swedish job search.
- Check the required training and approval before completing the application.
Avarn Security Sverige
Search these job titles
- Väktare
- Skyddsvakt
- Larmoperatör
The local recruitment page explains how to find a vacancy and apply. The individual advert states whether the employer offers training or expects existing qualifications.
Application route
- Open the vacancy list from the Swedish recruitment page.
- Read the role requirements and submit the requested application.
Tempest Security
Search these job titles
- Väktare
- Rondbilsförare
- Ordningsvakt
The Swedish careers gateway links local vacancies and entry opportunities. Choose the occupation carefully because patrol, public-order and other security roles have different conditions.
Application route
- Open the Swedish vacancy list and choose your area.
- Check the occupation, training and shifts before applying.
How hiring works
Use this as a starting point. Requirements depend on the role, employer and work location. Check the current vacancy and regulator before applying or paying for training.
Your career guideChoose the occupation
Search for väktare for private guarding. Review the distinct conditions for ordningsvakt or skyddsvakt if those are the roles you want.
View sourceFind a suitable entry route
Read the employer’s advert for a qualified vacancy or an employer-supported training opportunity. Confirm who arranges and pays for training.
View sourceComplete the personnel approval
The employer applies to the county administrative board for personnel approval. Confirm the approval needed for your employment and practical training.
View sourceComplete training and workplace preparation
The guard-training route includes VU1, practical workplace training and VU2. Agree the sequence and supervision with the employer and training provider.
View source
Sources & research notes
- The 200-company figure covers the cited collective agreement in May 2025. A national total of all authorised companies remains unverified.
- Väktare, ordningsvakt and skyddsvakt have different training and authorisation requirements.
- Employer examples are unranked and carry no partnership claim. Vacancies and employer-funded training opportunities change.
External sources may be in a different language.
Turn your research into a next step.
Check the local entry route, then compare vacancies and employer requirements.