# PT Darmex Agro: A Leading Force in Indonesia’s Palm Oil Industry and Career Opportunities
Established in Jakarta in 1987 under the banner of PT Dutapalma Nusantara, PT Darmex Agro has ascended to become one of Indonesia’s most influential palm oil cultivation, production, and export groups. As a pioneer in the sector, the company has played a vital role in positioning Indonesia as the world’s leading palm oil producer. Through decades of strategic expansion, Darmex Agro has successfully scaled its operations to include vast plantation holdings, sophisticated milling facilities, and high-capacity refineries to meet the global demand for sustainable palm oil derivatives.
## Strategic Operations and Market Reach
Darmex Agro’s operational footprint is geographically diverse, with core plantation assets located across Riau and Kalimantan. The company manages a robust infrastructure network that drives its impressive production capabilities:
* Manufacturing Capacity: Eight palm oil mills strategically situated across Pekanbaru, Jambi, and Kalimantan.
* Production Volume: An average monthly output of approximately 36,000 metric tons of Crude Palm Oil (CPO).
* Downstream Processing: Advanced refinery operations that produce high-quality derivatives, including refined cooking oil, soap noodles, RBD stearin, and Palm Fatty Acid Distillate (PFAD).
Beyond its core plantation and refinery activities, the company has diversified its portfolio to encompass comprehensive processing units, storage facilities, and efficient shipping infrastructure. This vertical integration ensures that Darmex Agro maintains strict quality control and timely delivery schedules for its global clientele. Headquartered in Jakarta, the company currently fosters a professional environment for over 13,000 employees nationwide, following a major corporate restructuring in 2008 to consolidate its subsidiaries and accelerate long-term growth.
## Career Opportunities: Darmex Plantation Trainee Program
PT Darmex Plantation is currently inviting passionate and dedicated professionals to join its growing workforce through its exclusive Trainee Program. This is an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates to build a career with an industry leader.
Available Positions
1. Agronomy Assistant Trainee
2. Traction Assistant Trainee
3. Mill Engineering Assistant Trainee
Candidate Requirements
To qualify for these roles, applicants must meet the following criteria:
* Demographics: Male, with a maximum age of 27 years and a minimum height of 165 cm.
* Educational Background:
For Agronomy Trainee:* Bachelor’s degree (S1) in Agriculture, Soil Science, Agrotechnology, or Plantation Cultivation.
For Traction & Mill Engineering Trainees:* Bachelor’s degree (S1) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Agricultural Product Processing.
* Professional Requirements: Must be a fresh graduate, possess prior internship experience in a palm oil plantation, and be ready to begin work immediately.
* Commitment: Willingness to undergo intensive training and commit to a three-year service bond with the company.
## How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their curriculum vitae (CV) directly to the recruitment team via email at [email protected].
Important Advisory: Darmex Plantation strictly prohibits any form of fee collection during the recruitment process. The company does not partner with any third-party travel agencies or recruitment consultants that demand payment. Please remain vigilant against potential fraudulent activities conducted in the name of the company.