Construction Worker Training in Indonesia: Cement Makers Help Certify 201 Tukang
Construction worker training in Indonesia is increasingly run by cement makers themselves: within two weeks, PT Semen Padang and PT Semen Baturaja supported training and competency assessment for a total of 201 construction workers in South Bengkulu and South Lampung. The takeaway is that the quality of a house depends not only on the material brand but also on the tukang (craftsman) who installs it, and certificates are becoming sought-after proof of skill.
Akademi Jago Bangunan: construction worker training in South Bengkulu
ANTARA West Sumatra reported that 101 construction workers in South Bengkulu Regency joined the Akademi Jago Bangunan held by PT Semen Padang at Manna Water Park, Manna, on Wednesday, 30 September 2026. Under the tagline "Jago Bangun Keahlian, Bangga Bangun Indonesia", participants received product-knowledge briefings and went through certification consisting of technical material, field practice and interviews with assessors from the professional certification body LSP Astekindo. Similar sessions had already been held in Jambi City and Kuantan Singingi Regency.
Dwi Eka Noprayanti, head of construction services at the South Bengkulu public works office, said certifying construction workers helps the local government raise the quality of human resources in the sector. LSP Astekindo assessor Yoka Mahendra called the step highly strategic for local professionals. Semen Padang corporate secretary Win Bernadino said: "We realise that tukang are the spearhead in maintaining building quality. That is why this activity is not just product promotion but also knowledge transfer so they work to better standards."
Semen Baturaja and Level 2 certification in South Lampung
Two weeks later, Lampost.co reported that PT Semen Baturaja (Persero) Tbk, a subsidiary of Semen Indonesia Group (SIG), supported Level 2 Construction Worker Certification in the yard of the South Lampung public works and spatial planning office on Thursday, 15 October 2026. Held with the regency's PUPR office and the Regional Construction Services Centre II in Palembang, the event involved 100 construction workers and was part of the 81st Public Works Service Day.
Victorio Nafalino, senior manager of pricing and promotion at Semen Baturaja, delivered product knowledge on retail cement, including its characteristics and correct use for different jobs. Participants then took field practice and competency tests run by assessors from LSP P3SM Lampung Province. Victorio said he hoped the education would help workers understand the importance of choosing and using materials that meet standards, for work quality and occupational safety.
The same pattern: product, practice, test
Both programmes follow a similar format: material introduction, field practice, then assessment by certified assessors. For tukang, a certificate gives formal recognition to years of experience. For manufacturers, craftsmen who understand the product mean fewer application errors, such as wrong water ratios or ignored curing times. For local governments, the number of certified construction workers helps determine the quality of development.
Tips for choosing a tukang for renovation
- Ask for a competency certificate or training record from a materials manufacturer.
- Ask the tukang to explain how the chosen material is applied, for example tile adhesive or skim coat.
- Agree on the material list, mixing ratios and work schedule before starting.
- Make sure materials arrive on time so the crew is not idle and daily labour costs do not balloon.
This link between materials and craftsmen is the model of homeX, an integrated building-materials and furniture service platform in Indonesia with a showroom, warehouse and delivery service in Tangerang. homeX prepares building materials from its warehouse while partner tukang help with on-site delivery and installation. For home renovation material quotes, contact WhatsApp +62 821 1818 998.
FAQ
What is Semen Padang's Akademi Jago Bangunan? A tukang training and certification programme by PT Semen Padang; the South Bengkulu edition on 30 September 2026 involved 101 workers with LSP Astekindo assessors.
What are the certification steps in these programmes? Technical and product-knowledge briefings, field practice, then assessment or interviews by certified assessors.
Why hire a certified tukang for renovation? A certificate shows tested competence against a standard, which lowers the risk of material misapplication and rework.
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Sources: ANTARA West Sumatra, 11 Oct 2026; Lampost.co, 15 Oct 2026