Aluminium Market Expert

AME Mineral Economics Pty Ltd; Jakarta Selatan; On-site; IDR 1.353.866.000 - 1.861.568.000; Full time

Job summary

A global research firm is seeking an expert to lead aluminium research in Jakarta. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 years of experience in the aluminium industry, along with strong communication and leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing research activities, overseeing the aluminium market, and collaborating with clients and teams across Indonesia and Australia. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive performance in the evolving energy sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of experience in aluminium industry.
• Visionary leader with ability to adapt in dynamic environments.
• Extensive network in Indonesian aluminium sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage AME Research aluminium research activity in Jakarta.
• Oversee aluminium market from upstream to downstream.
• Present aluminium research and proposals to clients.

Skills

Leadership

Research in aluminium industry

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Cross-cultural management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mining or chemical engineering

Master’s degree

Job description

About AME Group

AME Group is a global professional services and research firm specialising in energy transition, carbon emissions, and renewables across the energy, materials, and infrastructure sectors.

Our team of engineers, economists, scientists, financial experts, and programmers produces world‑class, independent research. We focus on the technical intricacies of on‑site engineering and market analysis. Governments, NGOs, fund managers, primary producers, and the financial sector use our analysis and research platforms to drive technological change, plan greenfield projects, and develop low‑carbon plant expansions.

What We Do

Expand research capabilities in renewables, battery metals, transition commodities, and new energy sectors like hydrogen.

Analyze individual projects such as solar farms, mines, and infrastructure operations to deliver economic and planning insights.

Build industry and plant engineering models and catalog carbon emission data using technical papers, production data, financial metrics, surveys, and site visits.

Our 2025 Focus

This year, we are prioritizing South East Asia, particularly Indonesia. We are establishing a Jakarta office as our regional hub and are eager to collaborate with Indonesian professionals.

About the Role

We are seeking an expert in aluminium industry with research and communication skills and a logical approach to problem solving. This is a key role at AME to lead aluminium research and to represent AME in front of multiple clients and stakeholders.

AME provides an opportunity to develop your technical skills and understanding as you work on large, complex problems with international partners.

Key Responsibilities

To lead and manage AME Research aluminium research activity in Jakarta.

To oversee aluminium market from upstream to downstream activity not only from national perspective but also global perspective.

Present our aluminium research and opinion to clients and assist them with their research needs.

Present our proposals at a board level or management to assist with energy transition issues.

Support AME Jakarta office to identify talent, build capacity, develop skills and share experience.

Lead projects with multiple teams and stakeholders, developing project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies, managing project risks, and mentoring junior researchers.

Creation and maintenance of industry databases for both internal and external users.

Collaborate with internal teams in Indonesia and Australia.

Role Requirements, Experience, and Skills

Visionary leader with ability to adapt and drive performance in the dynamic coal and energy sector.

Minimum 12 (twelve) years of experience in aluminium industry (e.g., bauxite mine, aluminium smelters, alumina refineries, trading, research, consulting, or mining services).

Bachelor’s degree in mining or chemical engineering from top‑tier universities; Master’s degree will be valued.

Good written and oral communication skills with the capability to convey complex technical detail into succinct English.

A well developed network of client contacts in the Indonesian aluminium sectors (private companies, State‑owned, and/or Government).

Strong cross‑cultural management and communication with fluent English.