# Career Opportunities at PT Tanjungenim Lestari Pulp and Paper (TeL)
PT Tanjungenim Lestari Pulp and Paper (TeL) stands as a world-class, eco-friendly market pulp manufacturing facility committed to delivering exceptional product quality. Established on June 18, 1990, the organization commenced construction in mid-1997 and officially launched commercial operations in May 2000. Situated across a sprawling 1,250-hectare site in Banuayu Village, Empat Petulai Dangku District, Muara Enim Regency, South Sumatra, Indonesia, TeL operates as a Foreign Direct Investment (PMA) company backed by Japan's Marubeni Corporation. Recognized as a National Vital Object Industry (OVNI) by the Ministry of Industry in 2014, the plant boasts an impressive annual market pulp production capacity of 490,000 Adt. Currently, the company employs a dedicated workforce of approximately 1,600 personnel and support staff, with roughly 80 originating directly from the South Sumatra region.
TeL is expanding its workforce and invites qualified professionals to apply for various career opportunities categorized by hierarchical levels below.
## Section Head Positions
1. Mechanical Maintenance Section Head
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Mechanical Engineering.
* Experience: At least 8 years of maintenance background within Power Plant, Recovery Boiler, Recaust, and Lime Kiln sectors. Minimum 4 years as a Supervisor, or 2 years as a Section Head / Superintendent.
* Key Competencies: Proficient in mechanical failure analysis, root cause analysis (RCA), and reliability engineering. Exhibits robust team leadership, decision-making, people management, cross-functional coordination, and documentation skills.
2. Recovery Plant Section Head
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
* Experience: Minimum 8 years working in Recovery Plant and Boiler processes, including 4 years in a supervisory capacity or 2 years as a Section Head/Superintendent.
* Key Competencies: Comprehensive understanding of recovery boiler operations, Electrostatic Precipitators (ESP), evaporators, green/white liquor cycles, and chemical recovery workflows. Demonstrates strong multidisciplinary team leadership, proactive risk identification, and stellar cross-departmental coordination.
## Supervisor and Unit Head Positions
1. Electrical Planner
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Electrical Engineering.
* Experience: Minimum 3 years of practical experience as an Electrical Planner.
* Key Competencies: Mandatory proficiency in the SAP system. Capable of drafting and interpreting single-line and wiring diagrams with exceptional analytical, planning, and time-management skills.
2. Mechanical Maintenance Unit Head
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Mechanical Engineering.
* Experience: At least 5 years of maintenance background focusing on conveyors, wood chippers, chip handling, and wood yards, with a minimum of 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
* Key Competencies: Skilled in RCA and reliability optimization for rotating and static equipment, complemented by effective inter-departmental and vendor communication.
3. Cooking Bleaching Unit Head
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Chemical Engineering.
* Experience: Minimum 5 years in cooking operations, continuous cooking, and hydraulic digesters, alongside 2 years of supervisory experience in production environments.
* Key Competencies: Strong operational oversight to minimize downtime, boost efficiency, and seamlessly collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality assurance divisions.
4. Non-Fiber Research Unit Head
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
* Experience: Minimum 7 years in the pulp and paper sector, specifically within research and development involving non-fiber materials or additives.
* Key Competencies: Capable of establishing research strategies tied to business targets, driving innovation, upholding high integrity, and fostering cross-functional collaboration.
5. Chip & Wood Handling Unit Head
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering.
* Experience: Minimum 8 years working in a wood chip mill facility.
* Key Competencies: Proficient in the SAP Chip and Wood Operation module. Adept at leading operational teams to meet production targets, optimizing raw material usage to minimize machine losses, compiling reports via Microsoft Office, and prioritizing workplace safety regulations.
## Operator and Staff Positions
1. Electrical Operator
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Electrical Engineering.
* Experience: At least 3 years in the pulp and paper industry with a strong grasp of electrical system protection, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), and motor starters.
2. DCS/PLC Operator
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, or Physics.
* Experience: Expertise in PLC programming and modifications, electronic instruments, and familiarity with Yokogawa Centum VP DCS and/or Schneider PLCs.
3. Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Mechanical Engineering.
* Experience: Minimum 2 years in heavy equipment maintenance with the ability to operate heavy machinery (preferred).
4. Recovery Boiler Operator
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
* Experience: Minimum 2 years operating within a recovery boiler environment, ideally within the pulp and paper sector.
5. Power Boiler Operator
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
* Experience: Minimum 2 years handling power boiler operations within the pulp and paper industry.
6. Pulp Machine Operator
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering.
* Experience: Minimum 2 years in pulp machine or dryer areas, possessing sound knowledge of wet-end, drying, cutter layboy, and balling line systems.
7. Technician Non-Fiber Research
* Education: Vocational High School (SMK) in Industrial Chemical Engineering/Chemical Analysis, or Associate Degree (D3) in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry.
* Profile: Industry experience preferred, characterized by high integrity, perseverance, result-oriented mindsets, and strong analytical reasoning.
8. Technician Fiber Research
* Education: Vocational High School (SMK) in Industrial Chemical Engineering/Chemical Analysis, or Associate Degree (D3) in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry.
* Profile: Industry experience preferred, backed by clear communication, attention to detail, and a goal-driven attitude.
9. Development Staff
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
* Profile: Capable of executing research, benchmarking, and feasibility studies with sharp analytical acumen and high professional integrity.
10. Innovation Staff
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
* Profile: Proactive and creative thinker capable of performing technical or market research, benchmarking, and prototype testing.
11. QA/QC Analysis Operator
* Education: SMK in Industrial Chemical Engineering/Analysis, or D3 in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry.
* Experience: Minimum 2 years in QA/QC, with specific familiarity regarding fiberline analysis, consistency, viscosity, water treatment, boiler water, white liquor, and recausticizing plants.
12. Mill Storage Operator
* Education: Senior High School, Vocational High School, or Associate Degree from any major.
* Experience: Minimum 2 years in warehouse mill storage, fluent in English (written and spoken), and highly organized with documentation.
13. Procurement Staff
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) from any major.
* Profile: Required knowledge and hands-on experience using e-procurement systems, fluent in English, and committed to high standards of integrity and responsibility.
14. Buyer
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) from any major.
* Experience: Proven purchasing background and procurement knowledge, fluent in English, and possessing strong communication and interpersonal skills.
15. Accounting Staff
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Accounting.
* Experience: Minimum 1 year in an accounting role, fluent in English, highly detail-oriented, and result-driven.
16. Safety Operator
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Public Health or any Engineering discipline.
* Certifications: Valid AK3 General/Fire License, active Driving License A (License B is a plus), and proficiency in AutoCAD/Graphic Design.
* Experience: Minimum 2 years in safety management, capable of developing K3 initiatives, and familiar with SMK3 and ISO 45001 standards.
17. IT Development Staff
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) from relevant majors.
* Profile: Fresh graduates who have completed coursework in basic programming, numerical methods, or algorithms. Familiarity with SAP ABAP and programming languages such as C#, PHP, ASP, VB.Net, and Visual Basic, along with prior portfolio applications (inventory or attendance trackers).
18. IT Consulting Staff
* Education: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) from relevant disciplines.
* Experience: Minimum 2 years in a related capacity, possessing profound business process knowledge in SAP Plant Maintenance, Warehouse, Sales Distribution, FICO, and production/quality modules.
19. Tallyman
* Education: Senior High School, Vocational High School, or Associate Degree from any background.
* Profile: Certified crane and/or forklift operator holding an active SIO license (preferred), demonstrating adaptability and strong teamwork skills.
## Application Guidelines and Terms
Candidates must compile all required application documents into a single PDF file not exceeding 10 MB. The document package must include:
* Application Letter
* Curriculum Vitae (CV)
* Academic Diploma and Transcripts
* National Identity Card (KTP) and Family Register (Kartu Keluarga)
* Certificate of Employment
* Color Passport Photograph
* Certificates for relevant courses, training, seminars, awards, or achievements
Only qualified candidates advancing through the selection stages will be contacted. The recruitment decision made by PT Tanjungenim Lestari Pulp and Paper is final, absolute, and not open to dispute. Please note that the entire recruitment and selection process is entirely free of charge.