# Launch Your Career with AEL Mining Services Graduate Development Program
Starting your professional journey with an industry leader can shape the trajectory of your entire career. If you are a high-achieving recent graduate looking to break into the mining, quarrying, and construction sectors, the latest career opportunity from a global heavyweight might just be your calling. AEL Mining Services, a prominent entity under the JSE-listed AECI Group in South Africa, has officially opened applications for its prestigious Graduate Development Program (GDP).
Renowned across Africa and Indonesia as a premier developer, manufacturer, and supplier of commercial explosives and advanced blasting systems, AEL offers an immersive corporate environment designed to cultivate tomorrow’s industry pioneers.
## Understanding the AEL Graduate Development Program (GDP)
A Graduate Development Program is a meticulously crafted, multi-faceted training initiative designed by top-tier employers. Its primary objective is to fast-track recent university graduates into future leadership and specialized technical roles within the organization. Participating in AEL’s program means gaining hands-on exposure, mentorship, and high-level training that bridges the gap between academic theory and real-world industrial execution.
To support its expanding operations, AEL Mining Services is currently seeking driven professionals for two distinct career tracks:
## Available Graduate Positions and Qualifications
1. Graduate – Plant (Position Code: GDP-P)
This role places you at the heart of operational processing, where efficiency and precision are paramount. Ideal candidates will enjoy solving complex logistical and chemical processing puzzles within a plant environment.
* Hold at least a Bachelor’s Degree (S1).
* Preferred educational backgrounds include Industrial Engineering or Chemical Engineering, though candidates from alternative academic disciplines are warmly encouraged to apply.
* Open to fresh graduates or individuals with a maximum of two (2) years of relevant experience in a processing plant.
* Strong working knowledge of standard office tools, specifically Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
* Exceptional command of the English language, covering both verbal and written communication.
2. Graduate – Technical Services Engineer (Position Code: GDP-TSE)
If you thrive in the field and possess a passion for extraction methodologies, this engineering track offers an exciting path into technical field operations. Please note that this position involves working on-site in remote locations.
* Hold at least a Bachelor’s Degree (S1), preferably majoring in Mining Engineering.
* Must possess a valid driving license (SIM A).
* High proficiency in spoken and written English is mandatory.
* Genuine willingness and readiness to be based at remote operational sites in Kalimantan.
## How to Apply for the AEL Graduate Program
If you meet the outlined criteria and are eager to make an immediate impact in a multinational industrial setting, preparing your application promptly is strongly advised.
* Application Submission Email: Send your formal application letter and a comprehensive CV to `[email protected]`.
* Email Subject Formatting: To ensure your application is properly processed by the recruitment team, you must use the following exact subject line format:
`[POSITION CODE – YOUR NAME]` (Example: GDP-P – Jane Doe)
Please keep in mind that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the interview stage. Seize this opportunity to accelerate your professional growth and become an integral part of an industry trailblazer.