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Freeport Indonesia Jobs: 5 Positions

Freeport Indonesia LogoPT Freeport Indonesia is a mineral mining company affiliate of Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) and MIND ID Indonesia's Mining Industry. PTFI mines and process ores produces concentrates containing copper, gold and silver. We market concentrates all over the world, and mainly to domestic copper smelter, PT Smelting. We operates in the remote highlands of the Sudirman Mountain Range in Mimika Regency, Papua Province, Indonesia
Our mines in Grasberg minerals district, Papua – Indonesia is one of the world’s largerst copper and gold deposits. We currently mining the final phase of the Grasberg open pit, which contains high copper and gold ore grades. We have been working on several projects in the Grasberg minerals district related to the development of its large-scale, long-lived, high-grade underground mines. In aggregate, these underground mines are expected to produce large-scale quantities of copper and gold following the transition from the Grasberg open pit.
PT Freeport Indonesia (PTFI) offers a range of career opportunities for individuals looking to join their team. They are always on the lookout for bright minds and enthusiastic people from diverse backgrounds. PTFI is dedicated to creating a working environment that is safe and professionally satisfying for their employees. They offer competitive salaries, attractive benefits, and excellent facilities in Papua, such as housing, places of worship, sports facilities, schools, hospitals, shopping centers, and transportation.
PTFI also covers healthcare for employees, their spouses, and children, and provides educational assistance and continuing education scholarships for employees and their children. They emphasize safety and provide a sense of security for their employees. Additionally, PTFI cares about the well-being of their employees and the communities in their operational areas, offering development opportunities in various areas.
We are hiring:

Engineer Surface and Regional Monitoring

  • Tembagapura, Papua

Minimum Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's / Master's degree in Geology, Mining, Geotechnical, Civil, or Geophysics Engineering with 2 years' experience on geotechnical / mining.
  • Have knowledge of basic theory of rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering from university course work.
  • Be able to communicate and excellence coordinate with supervisor, multiculture teamwork and must be energetic and highly work ethic.
  • English for both oral and written.
  • Computer skills, such as VULCAN, AUTOCAD, Seismic and Mining Software (Deswik, Voxler, GIS, etc.).

Knowledge, Skills and Characters

  • Good understanding in practical mining engineering and geotechnical engineering software.
  • Have knowledge of basic theory of rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering from university course work.
  • Be able to communicate with field people, lead subordinates, develop or train subordinates and must be energetic and willing to work in the field.
  • Analytical thinking, strong communication skill, project management skill, presentation skill.
  • Closing Date: 24 September 2025.

Engineer, GBC Railways Infrastructure and Repair

  • Tembagapura, Papua

Minimum Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil / Mechanical Engineering or Business with 2 years experiences in Under Ground Mining or Associate degree (Diploma 3) in Engineering with minimum experience of total 5 years.
  • Experience in under ground construction project
  • Experience in setting up scheduling systems, running projects and business management.

Knowledge, Skills and Characters

  • Leadership.
  • Accomplishment.
  • Orientation on achievement.
  • Quality control.
  • Cultural diversity.
  • Communication.
  • Interpersonal skill.
  • Relationship.
  • Closing Date: 24 September 2025.

Control Room Ops Coal Plant

  • Timika, Papua

Education and Experiences

  • Graduate of a Senior Technical High School with > 5 years of experience at Coal Power Plant operations as Station Equipment Operator.
  • Holds a Diploma (D3) with > 3 years of relevant experience in Coal Power Plant operations.
  • Holds a Bachelors degree (S1) with > 2 years of experience in Coal Power Plant operations.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Solid theoretical and practical knowledge of all aspects of Coal Power Plant operations
  • Proficient in basic electrical, mechanical, chemical, and control system principles.
  • Capable of reading and interpreting electrical, mechanical, and control system drawings.
  • Demonstrate strong leadership.
  • Demonstrate effective teamwork and collaboration skills.
  • Proficient in computer usage for reporting, including knowledge of LOTOTO processes, and PI systems.
  • Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
  • Capable of conceptual design and cost estimation.
  • Able to develop engineering designs and detailed material procurement plans.
  • Closing Date: 26 September 2025.

Foreman Shift Operation Dual Fuel Power Plant

  • Timika, Papua

Minimum Education and Experience

  • Minimum Senior Technical School or Senior General School with 10 years' experience of Operation Diesel Engine Wartsila
  • Diploma 3 graduate in Engineering with 3 years' experience of Operation Diesel Engine Wartsila
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 2 years' experience of Operation Diesel Engine Wartsila
  • Good English, written and oral communication.

Core Competencies

  • Good knowledge of operational power plant with Wartsila Genset
  • Team Leadership.
  • Customer service orientation.
  • Safety, Health and Environmental concern.
  • Operation Achievement Orientation.
  • Closing Date: 26 September 2025.

Mechanical Engineer Maintenance Coal Plant

  • Timika, Papua

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree (S1) in Mechanical Engineering with 2-3 years of related experience as a Mechanical Engineer, preferably in power plant commissioning with extensive practical experience in power systems and diesel generator maintenance.
  • Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (D3) with 6-10 years of relevant experience.
  • Senior Technical High School graduate with over 10 years of experience in diesel generator preventive maintenance and power systems.

Knowledge and Skills

  • Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering, including component preparation and system maintenance.
  • Solid understanding of power generation systems, governors, electrical power systems, electric motor equipment, and mechanical drawings.
  • Strong interpersonal and supervisory skills.
  • Proficient in English communication, both oral and written.
  • Hands-on experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, and advanced Excel.
  • Ability to interpret and work with engineering and shop drawings.
  • Thorough knowledge of medium- and high-speed engine components and operations.
  • Familiarity with SAP and Windows-based applications.
  • Closing Date: 26 September 2025.
Should you be interested and meet the qualifications above, kindly send your application using the links below.
The recruitment process at PT Freeport Indonesia is free of charge. Beware of recruitment scams.

Engineer Surface and Regional Monitoring
Engineer, GBC Railways Infrastructure and Repair
Control Room Ops Coal Plant
Foreman Shift Operation Dual Fuel Power Plant
Mechanical Engineer Maintenance Coal Plant