PT Kereta Api Indonesia (PT KAI) Jobs: 12 Positions

PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero), commonly known as KAI, is Indonesia’s state-owned railway company responsible for operating and managing railway transportation across the country. With a rich history dating back to the colonial era, KAI has played a crucial role in Indonesia’s transportation infrastructure, connecting cities and regions through an extensive railway network.
The origins of railway transportation in Indonesia date back to the Dutch colonial period when the first railway line was constructed in 1864 by the Nederlandsch-Indische Spoorweg Maatschappij (NIS). This initial railway connected Semarang to Vorstenlanden (Surakarta and Yogyakarta). Over time, the colonial government established Staatsspoorwegen (SS), a state-owned railway company, to expand the railway network. By the early 20th century, Indonesia had a well-developed railway system spanning Java, Sumatra, and parts of Sulawesi. Following Indonesia’s independence in 1945, the railway system was nationalized, and the government established Djawatan Kereta Api Republik Indonesia (DKARI) to manage railway operations. Over the years, the organization underwent several transformations, becoming Perusahaan Negara Kereta Api (PNKA) in 1963, Perusahaan Jawatan Kereta Api (PJKA) in 1971, and Perusahaan Umum Kereta Api (Perumka) in 1991. In 1999, the company transitioned into PT Kereta Api (Persero), marking its shift toward a more corporate structure. Today, KAI operates as a modern railway company, continuously improving its services and infrastructure to meet the growing demands of transportation in Indonesia.
KAI provides a wide range of railway services, including passenger transportation, freight logistics, and asset management. The company operates various types of trains, catering to different passenger needs. Intercity trains connect major cities across Java and Sumatra, offering economy, business, and executive class services. Popular routes include Jakarta-Surabaya, Jakarta-Yogyakarta, and Bandung-Semarang. Additionally, KAI Commuter serves urban areas, particularly in Greater Jakarta, providing efficient and affordable transportation for daily commuters. The company also operates airport rail services, such as Railink, which connects city centers to major airports, enhancing accessibility for travelers. Freight services play a vital role in transporting goods across Indonesia, supporting industries such as agriculture, mining, and manufacturing. Tourism trains are also available, offering scenic journeys, including luxury trains and heritage routes, allowing passengers to experience Indonesia’s landscapes in comfort.
KAI manages an extensive railway network, with thousands of kilometers of track spanning Java, Sumatra, and parts of Sulawesi. The company continuously invests in infrastructure improvements, including electrification projects, high-speed rail development, and station upgrades. One of its most ambitious projects is the Jakarta-Bandung high-speed railway, which aims to reduce travel time between the two cities significantly.
PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) is committed to sustainable transportation by promoting eco-friendly railway solutions. Electrification of railway lines, energy-efficient train operations, and waste management initiatives are part of its sustainability efforts. Additionally, KAI embraces digital transformation, offering online ticket booking, real-time train tracking, and modernized customer service platforms.
PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) is an Indonesian State-Owned Enterprise (BUMN) that provides railway transportation services and other supporting business activities, prioritizing Amanah (Trustworthy), Kompeten (Competent), Harmonis (Harmonious), Loyal, Adaptif (Adaptive), and Kolaboratif (Collaborative) (AKHLAK).
KAI Group is a national railway transportation entity that also manages various supporting businesses. KAI Group consists of PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) as the parent company, along with six subsidiaries: PT Reska Multi Usaha (KAI Service), PT Railink (KAI Bandara), PT Kereta Commuter Indonesia (KCI), PT Kereta Api Logistik (KALOG), PT Kereta Api Properti Manajemen (KAPM), and PT Kereta Api Pariwisata (KAWISTA). To meet workforce needs, KAI Group provides opportunities for the nation’s best talents to join and build a career through recruitment held at the Recruitment Campus Job Fair Semarang 2026, with criteria and requirements as follows:

General Requirements

• Indonesian citizenship
• Male or Female according to formation needs
• Physically and mentally healthy
• Possess a valid Diploma / Graduation Certificate (SKL):
  • Diploma 3 with GPA minimum 3.0 and accreditation of study program at graduation date minimum “Baik Sekali (B)” from BAN-PT or Authorized Institution
  • Diploma 4 / Bachelor's degree with GPA minimum 3.0 and accreditation of study program at graduation date “Unggul (A)” from BAN-PT or Authorized Institution
• Age by 15 April 2026:
  • Diploma 3 minimum 20 years and maximum 27 years
  • Diploma 4 / Bachelor's degree minimum 21 years and maximum 30 years
• Minimum height:
  • Male 160 cm and female 155 cm with ideal weight
  • Specifically for Diploma 3 – Conductor, male minimum 163 cm with ideal weight
• Good conduct
• Not pierced (for male) and / or tattooed
• Never used or involved in narcotics or psychotropics
• Never imprisoned based on a legally binding court decision
• Never resigned early, on own request, or due to disciplinary punishment in KAI Group or Affiliates
• Never dismissed from other institutions due to disciplinary punishment or dishonorable discharge
• No marital relationship with the company employee
• Willing to follow recruitment selection according to KAI Group regulations
• Pass the new employee selection organized by KAI Group recruitment committee
• Willing to be placed in all KAI Group work areas

Available Positions

Kondektur

• Male
• Possess Associate degree (Diploma 3) majoring in:
  • Business Administration
  • Financial Administration
  • Office Administration
  • Public Administration
  • English
  • Public Relations
  • Nursing
  • Health Science
  • Tourism
  • Hospitality
  • Railway

Facility and Support Staff

• Male / Female
• Possess Associate degree (Diploma 3) majoring in:
  • Visual Communication Design
  • Nutrition
  • Marketing Management
  • Hospitality
  • Statistics
  • Culinary Arts
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Railway Electrical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Informatics Engineering
  • Electricity Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Automotive Engineering
  • Railway Mechanical Technology

Rollingstock and Infrastructure Maintenance

• Male
• Possess Associate degree (Diploma 3) / Diploma 4 / Bachelor's degree majoring in:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Railway Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics Engineering
  • Electricity Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Automotive Engineering
  • Telecommunication Engineering
  • Railway Mechanical Technology

Health and Safety Staff

• Male / Female
• Possess Associate degree (Diploma 3) majoring in:
  • State Administration
  • Nursing
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Public Health
  • Management
  • Operational Management
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering

Corporate and Legal Staff

• Male / Female
• Possess Diploma 4 / Bachelor's degree majoring in:
  • Accounting
  • Business Economics
  • Law
  • Business Management
  • Industrial Engineering

Information Technology Staff

• Male / Female
• Possess Diploma 4 / Bachelor's degree majoring in:
  • AI and Business Analytics
  • Innovation Management and Product Development
  • Informatics Management
  • Software Engineering
  • Information Systems
  • Informatics Engineering
  • Computer Engineering

Commercial Staff

• Male / Female
• Possess Diploma 4 / Bachelor's degree majoring in:
  • Business Administration
  • Visual Communication Design
  • Digital Marketing
  • Communications
  • Logistics
  • Business Management
  • Marketing Management
  • Marketing Communication
  • Tourism
  • Hospitality
  • Information Systems
  • Statistics
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Informatics Engineering

Finance and Safety Staff

• Male / Female
• Possess Diploma 4 / Bachelor's degree majoring in:
  • Accounting
  • Public Health
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Financial Management
  • Taxation
  • Occupational Safety Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering

Asset and Building Staff

• Male / Female
• Possess Diploma 4 / Bachelor's degree majoring in:
  • Land Administration
  • Architecture
  • Interior Design
  • Electronics
  • Geodesy
  • Law
  • Construction Project Management
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Pipeline Engineering
  • Civil Engineering

Business Development Staff

• Male / Female
• Possess Diploma 4 / Bachelor's degree majoring in:
  • Accounting
  • Development Economics
  • Economic Management
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

Human Capital and General Affairs Staff

• Male / Female
• Possess Diploma 4 / Bachelor's degree majoring in:
  • Office Administration
  • Law
  • Human Resource Management
  • Psychology
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Electricity Engineering
  • Civil Engineering

Facility and Maintenance Staff

• Male / Female
• Possess Diploma 4 / Bachelor's degree majoring in:
  • Architecture
  • Geodesy
  • Logistics Management
  • Construction Project Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Electricity Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Pipeline Engineering
  • Civil Engineering

Job Fair

• Day: Wednesday to Thursday
• Date: 15 - 16 April 2026
• Time: 09.00 to 16.00 WIB
• Location: Gedung Serba Guna (Muladi Dome) - UNDIP Tembalang, Jl. Prof. H. Soedarto, SH, Tembalang, Kec. Tembalang, Kota Semarang, Jawa Tengah 50275.

Should you are interested with these positions and meet the qualifications required, kindly apply to KAI Group Booth at job fair above.
Recruitment process is free of charge. Beware of recruitment scam.
PS: Translated from Bahasa Indonesia.

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