27 May

Tunas Industrial Job Fair 2025 Boosts Local Employment and Job Access in Batam

Batam, May 27, 2025 — Tunas Industrial Estate successfully held the Tunas Industrial Job Fair 2025 online on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. The event was organized in strategic collaboration with the Batam City Manpower Office (Disnaker Kota Batam) as a concrete commitment to expanding employment opportunities and empowering local talent in Batam.

A total of 22 companies participated in the job fair, offering a wide range of career opportunities across strategic sectors including manufacturing, information technology, logistics, engineering, and finance. Public enthusiasm was overwhelming, with 56,017 applications submitted via the online registration system open from May 12–22, 2025.

Following the administrative screening process, 12,331 applicants qualified for the next stage, and 1,456 candidates advanced to online interviews. These interviews were conducted with company representatives gathered at Oakwood Hotel & Apartments Grand Batam, while candidates participated remotely from their respective locations.

The online system was adopted to efficiently manage the surge in applicants, which exceeded expectations. Rudi Sakyakirti, SH, MH, Head of the Batam Manpower Office, stated that the online format proved to be significantly more effective than traditional in-person methods.

“With this system, applicants are pre-screened, so only those who meet company criteria proceed to the interviews. The process is much smoother and more efficient,” he explained.

Calvin Winata, General Manager of Tunas Industrial, emphasized that the job fair reflects Tunas Industrial’s ongoing commitment to driving regional economic growth by creating inclusive and high-quality job opportunities.

“We see great potential in Batam’s workforce, especially among the younger generation. This job fair aims to connect companies with local talent who are ready to work and grow with the industry,” he said. He also noted that this initiative serves as a value-added service for investors who have placed their trust in Tunas Industrial Estate.

In addition to general applicants, the job fair also opened access for persons with disabilities. 147 applicants with disabilities applied for positions at Alfamart, and after verification, 40 candidates were shortlisted for in-person interviews with special accommodations.

The Tunas Industrial Job Fair 2025 not only served as a platform to connect job seekers and employers but also marked a collaborative effort between the industrial sector and local government to foster a modern, efficient, and adaptive labor system. Final results of the selection process will be announced within 30 days following the event.

26 May

Batam, May 26, 2025 – In the global race for business growth and expansion, Indonesia is emerging as a key player—not just because of its market size, but also because of the strength and promise of its workforce. With a strategic location in Southeast Asia, a booming population, and a growing pool of skilled professionals, Indonesia offers companies an unbeatable combination of market potential and talent.

A Massive Market Ready to Grow with You

Indonesia is the world’s fourth most populous country, with over 277 million people—and that number continues to grow (United Nations ESCAP, 2025). For any business eyeing expansion, that means one thing: opportunity. A population of this size provides a vast and diverse consumer base ready to engage with new products, technologies, and services.

Even more compelling is Indonesia’s expanding middle class. As incomes rise and urbanization accelerates, consumer behavior is shifting rapidly—toward more premium goods, digital services, and modern lifestyles. Businesses entering this market can tap into a segment with increasing purchasing power and evolving preferences (PwC Indonesia, 2023).

Skilled and Competitive Workforce

One of Indonesia’s greatest strengths lies in its people. The country boasts a young and dynamic population, with more than 60% under the age of 40 (World Bank, 2024). This youthful demographic is not only tech-savvy but also adaptable—traits essential in today’s fast-changing global economy.

In recent years, Indonesia has seen a steady rise in skilled professionals across various sectors. From engineers and IT experts to entrepreneurs and digital marketers, the local workforce is becoming increasingly capable of meeting modern business demands. Government and private initiatives in education and vocational training have further boosted the pool of skilled labor available to companies (Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology, 2023).

Moreover, labor costs in Indonesia remain competitive compared to many Western countries and even some of its Asian neighbors (ASEAN Briefing, 2024). Businesses can tap into high-quality talent without incurring excessive overhead—an ideal scenario for long-term scalability.

Batam: A Local Example of National Progress

One shining example of this skilled labor momentum is Batam. As a designated Free Trade Zone and Special Economic Zone (SEZ), Batam has developed into one of Indonesia’s most business-friendly regions. It is home to over 1.4 million people (Badan Pusat Statistik [BPS] Kota Batam, 2024), with a productive-age workforce exceeding 750,000—a figure that continues to grow in step with the city’s economic ambitions.

Even more promising is Batam’s declining unemployment rate, which fell to 6.49% in 2023, down from 8.82% in 2021 (BPS Kota Batam, 2024). This trend reflects not only increasing job opportunities but also a workforce that is increasingly absorbed by industry, manufacturing, digital services, and logistics.

Batam is also rich in educational infrastructure. The city hosts a growing number of higher education institutions offering diverse and industry-aligned majors, including engineering, business, maritime logistics, information technology, and creative design (Lembaga Layanan Pendidikan Tinggi Wilayah X, 2023). This creates a steady pipeline of job-ready graduates who meet the evolving needs of employers across sectors.

The Strategic Advantage for Investors

Whether you’re a manufacturing giant looking for cost-efficient production or a tech startup seeking agile digital talent, Indonesia’s labor force offers a solid foundation for sustainable growth. Companies that invest now are not only securing access to a skilled and youthful workforce, but they’re also positioning themselves at the heart of one of the fastest-growing economies in the world.

Indonesia isn’t just a place to outsource tasks—it’s a place to build, scale, and innovate.

The future of your business expansion starts with people—and Indonesia’s people are ready.