# Career Opportunities: Join the BGA Group Plantation Development Program
Bumitama Gunajaya Agro Group (BGA Group) stands as a prominent leader in the palm oil cultivation and processing industry. With a sprawling operational footprint spanning Central Kalimantan, West Kalimantan, and Riau, the company manages 66 palm oil estates covering a massive 181,570 hectares of planted area. Supported by 14 sophisticated processing mills with a combined capacity of 925 tons per hour, BGA Group is more than just an agricultural enterprise; it is a catalyst for economic growth in rural Indonesia.
## Vision and Commitment to Sustainability
The core philosophy of BGA Group is to transcend traditional plantation management by fostering a thriving community of local farmers and business partners. The company’s vision centers on becoming a premier Crude Palm Oil (CPO) producer through relentless innovation, cost-efficient productivity, and sustainable growth. By viewing its human capital as the company's most valuable asset, BGA Group ensures that its pursuit of industrial excellence remains harmonized with the well-being of its employees, the local environment, and the prosperity of Indonesia.
## Elementary Development Program (ELP-A)
BGA Group is currently inviting talented and motivated vocational high school (SMK) graduates to participate in the Elementary Development Program (ELP-A). This initiative is designed to provide comprehensive professional training and a structured career path for those ready to launch their careers in the heart of Indonesia's plantation sector.
General Requirements for Applicants
Candidates interested in joining the BGA Group workforce must meet the following criteria:
* Education: Minimum qualification of a Vocational High School (SMK) diploma.
* Training Commitment: Willingness to undergo a intensive 3-month development and training program.
* Documentation: Possession of a valid national identity card (KTP) or birth certificate.
* Geographic Flexibility: Readiness to be stationed at BGA Group’s operational sites within Kalimantan.
## Available Positions and Required Specializations
BGA Group is seeking skilled individuals across three primary operational tracks:
1. Mechanic and Mill Operator
* Targeted Majors: Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Light Vehicle Engineering, Construction Engineering, and Agricultural Mechanization.
2. Plantation Supervisory Foreman (Mandor)
* Targeted Majors: Agribusiness, Plant Production Agribusiness, Agricultural Product Processing, Agronomy, Agrotechnology, Palm Oil Cultivation, Palm Oil Nursery & Maintenance, and Plantation Crop Production Technology.
3. Heavy Equipment Mechanic
* Targeted Majors: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Palm Oil Processing Technology, Agricultural Engineering, and Agricultural Mechanization.
## Recruitment Process and Selection
To ensure the highest standard of operational excellence, all applicants will undergo a rigorous selection process, which includes:
1. Psychometric Assessment: Evaluating individual aptitude and behavioral traits.
2. Professional Interview: Assessing technical knowledge and leadership potential.
3. Medical Check-Up (MCU): Ensuring physical readiness for plantation operations.
4. Deployment: Official onboarding and transition to the assigned operational area in Kalimantan.
BGA Group encourages only those who meet the specified qualifications to apply. By joining BGA Group, you are not merely accepting a job; you are contributing to a sustainable future and becoming a vital part of a company dedicated to building a stronger, more prosperous Indonesia.