Green transition (green jobs) opens up new opportunities for Indonesian workers
The development of electric vehicles and renewable energy is driving a growing demand for skills associated with green jobs, potentially creating new employment opportunities for Indonesian workers.
Technological advancements must therefore be accompanied by a workforce equipped with the skills that align with industry needs.
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Minister of Manpower Yassierli stated that the demand for “green workers” will continue to rise in tandem with economic and technological developments shifting towards a green transition. Indonesia aims to have a green workforce of approximately 5.01 to 5.32 million people by 2029.
“Technology is evolving, and we must prepare the workforce accordingly. We need to ensure that while the technology is available, the workforce capable of operating, maintaining, and further developing it is also ready,” Yassierli said during his speech at the “Green Mobility & Vocational Synergy 2026” event at the Bandung Center for Vocational and Productivity Training (BBPVP).
According to him, the development of electric vehicles and renewable energy not only creates a demand for new products and technologies but also requires a workforce with specific skills.
This demand encompasses electric vehicle mechanics, solar panel installers, charging station operators, maintenance personnel, and occupational health and safety (K3) specialists.
“The green transition requires technology, investment, and—most importantly—a skilled workforce,” he said.
To meet this demand, Yassierli emphasized the importance of vocational training programs that directly align with labor market needs. The business sector needs to be involved in curriculum development, the provision of instructors, workplace training, certification, and guiding graduates into employment.
“Our focus is clear: participants complete the training, their competencies are recognized, and they can then start working or launch their own business,” he said.
On the same occasion, Yassierli also emphasized that competency development must not neglect the K3 aspect [Occupational Health and Safety]. Competencies in areas such as electrical engineering, battery management, fire prevention, and emergency procedures must be part of the green technology training.
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“We want training participants to possess comprehensive competencies. They should not only be able to install, operate, and repair systems but also understand the safety aspects,” he said. ***rel
Transisi Hijau (Green Jobs) Buka Peluang Baru bagi Tenaga Kerja Indonesia
Seiring berkembangnya kendaraan listrik dan energi terbarukan saat ini, kebutuhan terhadap kompetensi di bidang green jobs pun turut berkembang serta berpotensi membuka peluang kerja baru bagi tenaga kerja Indonesia.
Oleh karena itu, perkembangan teknologi perlu diikuti dengan kesiapan tenaga kerja yang memiliki kompetensi sesuai kebutuhan industri.
Menteri Ketenagakerjaan (Menaker), Yassierli, mengatakan bahwa kebutuhan tenaga kerja hijau akan terus meningkat sejalan dengan perkembangan ekonomi dan teknologi yang semakin mengarah pada transisi hijau. Indonesia sendiri menargetkan jumlah tenaga kerja hijau mencapai sekitar 5,01–5,32 juta orang pada 2029.
“Teknologinya berkembang, tenaga kerjanya juga harus kita siapkan. Jangan sampai teknologinya sudah tersedia, tetapi tenaga kerja yang mampu mengoperasikan, merawat, dan mengembangkannya belum siap,” kata Yassierli saat memberikan arahan pada acara Green Mobility & Vocational Synergy 2026, di Balai Besar Pelatihan Vokasi dan Produktivitas (BBPVP) Bandung.
Menurutnya, perkembangan kendaraan listrik dan energi terbarukan tidak hanya menciptakan kebutuhan terhadap produk dan teknologi baru, tetapi juga membutuhkan tenaga kerja dengan kompetensi yang spesifik.
Kebutuhan tersebut antara lain mencakup teknisi kendaraan listrik, instalasi tenaga surya, pengoperasian stasiun pengisian, pemeliharaan, hingga keselamatan dan kesehatan kerja (K3).
“Transisi hijau membutuhkan teknologi, investasi, dan yang paling penting, tenaga kerja yang kompeten,” ujarnya.
Untuk memenuhi kebutuhan tersebut, Yassierli menekankan pentingnya pelatihan vokasi yang terhubung langsung dengan kebutuhan dunia kerja. Industri perlu dilibatkan dalam penyusunan kurikulum, penyediaan instruktur, praktik kerja, sertifikasi, hingga penempatan lulusan.
“Fokus kita jelas: peserta selesai pelatihan, kompetensinya diakui, kemudian bekerja atau berusaha,” katanya.
Dalam kesempatan tersebut, Yassierli juga mengingatkan agar pengembangan kompetensi tidak mengabaikan aspek K3. Kompetensi kelistrikan, penanganan baterai, pencegahan kebakaran, serta prosedur keadaan darurat perlu menjadi bagian dari pelatihan teknologi hijau.
“Kita ingin peserta pelatihan memiliki kompetensi yang utuh. Bukan hanya mampu memasang, mengoperasikan, dan memperbaiki sistem, tetapi juga memahami aspek keselamatannya,” ujarnya. ***rel
