# Career Opportunities at PT Tanjungenim Lestari Pulp and Paper (TeL)
PT Tanjungenim Lestari Pulp and Paper (TeL) stands as a globally recognized, eco-friendly market pulp producer committed to exceptional product standards. Established on June 18, 1990, construction on the facility commenced in mid-1997, leading to full commercial operations by 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) enterprise backed by Japan's Marubeni Corporation. Recognized by the Minister of Industry in 2014 as a National Vital Object Industry (OVNI), the plant boasts an annual market pulp production capacity of 490,000 Adt. Currently, the company supports a dedicated workforce of approximately 1,600 employees and support personnel, with nearly 80% hailing locally from South Sumatra.
TeL is actively expanding its team by seeking driven, talented professionals across various operational and administrative tiers. Review the available positions and respective qualifications below to find your ideal career path.
## H2: Section Head Level Positions
H3: 1. Mechanical Maintenance Section Head
* Educational Background: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Mechanical Engineering.
* Experience Required: At least 8 years of maintenance experience within Power Plant, Recovery Boiler, Recaust, and Lime Kiln sectors. Minimum 4 years as a Supervisor, or 2 years as a Section Head / Superintendent.
* Core Competencies: Proficiency in mechanical failure analysis, root cause analysis (RCA), and reliability engineering.
* Soft Skills: Exceptional team leadership, sound decision-making, people management, cross-functional coordination, and robust documentation capabilities.
H3: 2. Recovery Plant Section Head
* Educational Background: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
* Experience Required: At least 8 years of working experience in Recovery Plant and Boiler operations. Minimum 4 years as a Supervisor, or 2 years as a Section Head / Superintendent.
* Core Competencies: Comprehensive understanding of recovery boiler systems, Electrostatic Precipitators (ESP), evaporators, green/white liquor cycles, and chemical recovery workflows.
* Soft Skills: Strong multidisciplinary shift-team leadership, proactive operational risk management, and effective inter-departmental communication.
## H2: Supervisor and Unit Head Level Positions
H3: 1. Electrical Planner
* Educational Background: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Electrical Engineering.
* Experience Required: At least 3 years as an Electrical Planner.
* Core Competencies: Mandatory proficiency in the SAP system, alongside the ability to interpret and draft electrical diagrams (single-line and wiring schematics).
* Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, strategic planning, and meticulous time management.
H3: 2. Mechanical Maintenance Unit Head
* Educational Background: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Mechanical Engineering with proven supervisory capabilities.
* Experience Required: At least 5 years of maintenance experience covering conveyors, wood chippers, and chip handling/wood yard operations, including 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
* Core Competencies: Skilled in root cause analysis (RCA) and reliability enhancement for both rotating and static machinery.
* Soft Skills: Excellent coordination abilities to bridge departmental gaps and collaborate seamlessly with external vendors.
H3: 3. Cooking Bleaching Unit Head
* Educational Background: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Chemical Engineering.
* Experience Required: At least 5 years in cooking operations, with hands-on knowledge of continuous cooking and hydraulic digesters, plus 2 years supervising production environments.
* Core Competencies: Expertise in synchronizing maintenance and operational tasks to mitigate downtime and elevate productivity.
* Soft Skills: Stellar communication to align production, maintenance, and quality assurance teams.
H3: 4. Non-Fiber Research Unit Head
* Educational Background: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
* Experience Required: Minimum 7 years in the pulp and paper sector, specializing in research and development centered on non-fiber materials and additives.
* Core Competencies: Capacity to formulate research frameworks aligned with overarching corporate innovation targets.
* Soft Skills: High professional integrity paired with cross-functional collaborative strengths.
H3: 5. Chip & Wood Handling Unit Head
* Educational Background: Minimum Associate Degree (D3) in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering.
* Experience Required: At least 8 years within a wood chip mill facility.
* Core Competencies: Competence in operating SAP Chip and Wood modules, maximizing raw material utilization to prevent excessive machine losses.
* Soft Skills: Superior supervisory talents, data reporting capabilities via Microsoft Office, and an unwavering commitment to workplace safety protocols.
## H2: Operator and Technical Staff Level Positions
H3: Electrical Operator
* Education: Min. D3 Electrical Engineering.
* Experience: Min. 3 years in the pulp and paper industry.
* Skills: Knowledge of electrical system protection, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), and motor starters.
H3: DCS/PLC Operator
* Education: Min. D3 Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, or Physics.
* Skills: Mastery of PLC programming, electronic instrumentation, Yokogawa Centum VP DCS, and Schneider PLC environments.
H3: Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
* Education: Min. D3 Mechanical Engineering.
* Experience: Min. 2 years maintaining heavy machinery (heavy equipment operation license is an advantage).
H3: Recovery Boiler Operator
* Education: Min. D3 Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
* Experience: Min. 2 years working within recovery boiler systems, ideally in pulp and paper manufacturing.
H3: Power Boiler Operator
* Education: Min. D3 Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
* Experience: Min. 2 years managing power boiler assets within industrial settings.
H3: Pulp Machine Operator
* Education: Min. D3 Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering.
* Experience: Min. 2 years handling wet end, drying, cutter layboy, and balling line operations.
H3: Technician Non-Fiber Research & Fiber Research
* Education: Vocational High School (SMK) in Industrial Chemical/Chemical Analysis or D3 in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry.
* Attributes: High integrity, result-driven mindset, perseverance, and pulp and paper sector background preferred.
H3: Development Staff & Innovation Staff
* Education: Min. D3 in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
* Attributes: Strong analytical skills, capability to conduct feasibility studies, benchmarking, and prototype testing with high intellectual curiosity.
H3: QA/QC Analysis Operator
* Education: SMK in Industrial Chemical/Chemical Analysis or D3 in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry.
* Experience: Min. 2 years handling fiberline analysis, viscosity, consistency, boiler water treatment, and recausticizing plants.
H3: Mill Storage Operator
* Education: Senior High / Vocational High / D3 from diverse majors.
* Experience: Min. 2 years in warehouse mill inventory management with bilingual proficiency (English).
H3: Procurement Staff & Buyer
* Education: Min. D3 from varied backgrounds.
* Requirements: E-procurement system familiarity, professional buying experience, exceptional negotiation skills, and English fluency.
H3: Accounting Staff
* Education: Min. D3 in Accounting.
* Experience: Min. 1 year in accounting functions with English proficiency and acute attention to detail.
H3: Safety Operator
* Education: Min. D3 in Public Health or Engineering disciplines.
* Requirements: Valid AK3 General/Fire License, min. 2 years safety experience, valid driving license (A/B), AutoCAD proficiency, and knowledge of ISO 45001/SMK3.
H3: IT Development Staff & IT Consulting Staff
* Education: Min. D3 in relevant IT/Tech majors.
* Requirements: Knowledge of SAP (ABAP, Plant Maintenance, Warehouse, FICO), core programming languages (C#, PHP, .NET), and database application building.
H3: Tallyman
* Education: Senior High / Vocational High / D3 from any major.
* Requirements: Active SIO certification for crane and/or forklift operation combined with strong teamwork traits.
## H2: Application Terms and Conditions
To ensure your candidacy is reviewed properly, please compile all required documents into a single PDF file not exceeding 10 MB. Your application package must include:
* Application Letter
* Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)
* Diploma and Official Academic Transcripts
* National Identity Card (KTP) and Family Register (KK)
* Certificates of Employment
* Recent Color Passport Photograph
* Relevant Training, Seminar, or Achievement Certificates
Note: Only candidates who meet the specified criteria will be contacted for subsequent selection phases. All hiring decisions rest entirely with PT Tanjungenim Lestari Pulp and Paper and are final. Please be advised that the entire recruitment process is completely free of charge.