# Launch Your Career with the AEL Mining Services Graduate Development Program
Starting your professional journey with an industry-leading organization can shape the trajectory of your entire career. For ambitious university graduates looking to step into the dynamic world of mining, quarrying, and construction, the AEL Mining Services Graduate Development Program offers an exceptional gateway. As a premier manufacturer and supplier of commercial explosives and blasting systems across Africa and Indonesia—and proudly operating as part of the JSE-listed AECI Group—AEL is dedicated to cultivating the next generation of industry leaders through structured, high-impact training initiatives.
If you are eager to apply your academic background to real-world operational challenges, AEL is currently recruiting top-tier talent for two specialized graduate roles based in Kalimantan.
## Available Graduate Positions
AEL Mining Services is seeking driven, adaptable, and forward-thinking individuals to fill the following key roles:
1. Graduate – Plant (Code: GDP-P)
This role places you at the heart of plant operations, where you will learn the intricacies of chemical processing and manufacturing efficiency within a world-class industrial environment.
Key Requirements:
* Educational Background: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree (S1), with a strong preference for Industrial Engineering or Chemical Engineering majors. Candidates from other related disciplines are also encouraged to apply.
* Experience: Fresh graduates or individuals with a maximum of two years of relevant experience in a processing plant environment.
* Technical Literacy: Comfortable and proficient in utilizing Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word for daily reporting and data management.
* Communication: Strong proficiency in both spoken and written English is mandatory.
2. Graduate – Technical Services Engineer (Code: GDP-TSE)
Designed for hands-on problem solvers, this position focuses on providing expert technical support and optimizing blasting solutions directly in the field.
Key Requirements:
* Educational Background: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree (S1), preferably in Mining Engineering.
* Licensing: Must possess a valid driving license (SIM A).
* Communication: High level of proficiency in spoken and written English.
* Mobility & Flexibility: Fully willing and prepared to work in remote operational areas.
## Placement and Work Environment
Successful candidates for both positions will be based directly at AEL’s operational sites in Kalimantan. Working in these remote locations offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain firsthand field experience, understand large-scale industrial logistics, and collaborate with seasoned engineering professionals in one of the world's most vital resource sectors.
## How to Apply
If you meet the criteria and are ready to accelerate your professional growth with a global market leader, follow these submission steps carefully:
1. Prepare Your Documents: Draft a compelling application letter and update your comprehensive CV.
2. Submit via Email: Send your application package directly to the official recruitment portal at [email protected].
3. Format Your Subject Line: You must use the exact format below for your email subject line to ensure your application is processed:
`[POSITION CODE – YOUR NAME]` (Example: GDP-P – Jane Doe)
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the interview stage.