Construction Worker Certification 2026: 41,824 Certified, Surabaya Leads
Indonesia's construction worker certification drive by the Ministry of Public Works reached 41,824 people by 22 October 2026. The Directorate General of Construction ran it through seven regional construction service centres (BJKW), with Surabaya, Jakarta and Makassar accounting for about two-thirds of participants.
Key Facts
- The Ministry of Public Works recorded 41,824 certified construction workers as of 22 October 2026 (2026-10-27, source: ANTARA, 27 Oct 2026).
- BJKW IV Surabaya certified 14,288, BJKW III Jakarta 6,872 and BJKW VI Makassar 6,691 (2026-10-27, source: ANTARA, 27 Oct 2026).
- Banda Aceh 4,867, Palembang 3,478, Banjarmasin 3,311 and Jayapura 2,317 (2026-10-26, source: detikNews, 26 Oct 2026).
- Coverage spans skilled levels 1–6, expert level 7, instructors, assessors and management support staff (2026-10-26, source: detikNews, 26 Oct 2026).
Construction worker certification by region
Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo said certification should make workers more professional, efficient and safe. Training covers safety and quality standards as well as technical skills. East Java, through BJKW Surabaya, contributed most, followed by Jakarta, which also serves Banten and West Java.
Why it matters to project owners
- Government tenders and many main contractors require a work competency certificate (SKK) for site staff.
- Certified tradespeople tend to follow material specifications, such as tile adhesive use, mortar ratios and light-steel installation per manufacturer.
- Homeowners can ask for SKK when choosing a renovation contractor.
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FAQ
How many construction workers has the ministry certified this year? 41,824 by 22 October 2026, according to the Directorate General of Construction.
Which region certified the most? BJKW IV Surabaya with 14,288, followed by Jakarta with 6,872 and Makassar with 6,691.
Who is covered? Skilled workers levels 1–6, experts at level 7, instructors and assessors, pilot workers and management support staff.
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Sources: ANTARA, 27 Oct 2026; detikNews, 26 Oct 2026