Fire Research, Innovation & Technology Specialist

APP Group; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; CLP 16,149,000 - 30,145,000; Full time

Job summary

APP Group seeks a Senior Specialist – Forest Fire Management, Technology & Innovation to lead research, innovation, and technology systems for improving Integrated Fire Management across prevention, readiness, detection and rapid response. Based in Jakarta with high mobility to Regions and operational areas.

The ideal candidate has a relevant advanced degree with 10+ years in forestry, 5+ years in senior roles, and fluent English, plus experience in GIS/RS, drones, AI and data analytics to

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Forestry, Fire Management, GIS or Remote Sensing.
• At least 10 years of professional forestry experience.
• At least 5 years in a Senior Technical Specialist, SME, Project Lead, or managerial role.
• Must be fluent in English.
• Experience in Forest & Land Fire Management, GIS/RS, Fire Detection, and related technology development.

Responsibilities

• Strategically develop the company’s long-term Fire Management strategy by identifying global best practices and opportunities for improved IFM.
• Lead research, benchmarking and innovation initiatives to identify new approaches and technologies for wildfire prevention, detection, control and response.
• Assess and develop advanced fire monitoring, detection, firefighting, and digital technologies (drones, AI, IoT, sensors, Fire Command Centre).
• Use fire data, predictive analytics and intelligence systems to improve risk assessment and early warning.
• Develop and evaluate aerial firefighting strategies, technologies, vendors and operations.
• Strengthen Fire Management capabilities through standards, methodologies, technology competencies, and knowledge sharing.

Skills

English fluent

Forestry experience

Senior technical leadership

GIS & Remote Sensing

Data analytics

Innovation management

Education

Relevant degree in Forestry / Fire Management / GIS / Remote Sensing

Tools

Drone systems

CCTV monitoring

AI-based monitoring

IoT monitoring

Fire Command Centre

Job description

At APP Group, we’re not just supplying sustainable paper and packaging, we’re reshaping the future of responsible business. As one of the world’s largest integrated pulp and paper companies, with over 100,000 employees delivering products to more than 150 countries, APP Group combines global scale with local agility.

We are looking for a Senior Specialist – Forest Fire Management, Technology & Innovation to lead the development of research, innovation, technology, systems, and Fire Management solutions to support the improvement of Integrated Fire Management (IFM) implementation, covering Fire Prevention, Fire Readiness, Early Detection, and Rapid Response.

This role is responsible for identifying, evaluating, developing, and applying technology-based, data-driven, analytical, and international best-practice solutions to enhance the organization's ability to prevent, detect, and respond to forest and land fires, while protecting company assets and supporting business sustainability.

The successful Senior Specialist – Forest Fire Management, Technology & Innovation will be based in Jakarta, Indonesia with high mobility to Regions, Groups, Districts and Operational Areas.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Development: Support the development of the company’s long-term Fire Management strategy by identifying global best practices, emerging trends and opportunities for improved IFM effectiveness.

2. Research & Innovation: Lead research, benchmarking and innovation initiatives to identify and evaluate new approaches and technologies that can advance wildfire prevention, detection, control and response.

3. Fire Technology Development: Assess and develop advanced fire monitoring, detection, firefighting and digital technologies, including drones, AI, IoT, sensors and Fire Command Centre systems.

4. Fire Analytics & Decision Support: Use fire data, predictive analytics and intelligence systems to improve risk assessment, early warning and data-driven Fire Management decision-making.

5. Aviation & Specialized Fire Technology: Develop and evaluate aerial firefighting strategies, technologies, vendors and operations, including helicopters, water bombing and other specialized fire response capabilities.

6. Organizational Development Support: Strengthen Fire Management capabilities through improved standards, methodologies, technology competencies, innovation and knowledge sharing across the organization.

The ideal candidate is a professional who can integrate Fire Management + Forestry Operations + Technology + GIS & Remote Sensing + Data & Analytics + Innovation and translate technological developments into practical solutions that can be applied to enhance the effectiveness of fire prevention, preparedness, early detection, and firefighting in plantation and forest areas.

• Relevant degree (Bachelors/Masters/Doctoral) in Forestry, Forest Fire Management, Forestry Management, GIS / Geospatial Science, Remote Sensing etc.
• At least 10 years of professional experience in Forestry
• At least 5 years as a Senior Technical Specialist, Subject Matter Expert, Project Lead, or managerial role
• Must be fluent in English
• Experience in some of the following areas: Forest & Land Fire Management / Forestry Operations / Peatland Management / GIS & Remote Sensing / Fire Prevention Programs / Fire Readiness Programs / Fire Detection Systems / Fire Analytics / Emergency Management / Environmental Management / Technology Development / Innovation Programs / Fire Monitoring Technology / Command Centre Operations
• Preferred Certifications: Incident Command System (ICS) / GIS Professional Certification / Project Management Professional (PMP) / Drone Pilot Certification / Remote Sensing Certification / Fire Management Certification / Data Analytics Certification

Required Technical Skills:

• Fire Management: Integrated Fire Management (IFM) / Forest & Land Fire Management / Fire Prevention / Fire Readiness / Early Detection / Rapid Response / Fire Risk Assessment / Fire Behaviour Analysis / Incident Command System (ICS)
• Technology: Drone Systems / CCTV Monitoring Systems / AI-Based Monitoring Systems /IoT Monitoring Systems / Fire Command Centre Technology / Communication Systems / Emerging Technology Assessment
• GIS & Remote Sensing: GIS / Spatial Analysis / Fire Risk Mapping / Hotspot Monitoring / Remote Sensing / Satellite Monitoring
• Data & Analytics: Data Analysis / Business Intelligence / Fire Analytics / Predictive Modelling / Risk Analysis / Dashboard Interpretation
• Research & Innovation: Research Methodology / Technology Assessment / Innovation Management / Pilot Project Development / Technical Evaluation / Cost-Benefit Analysis / Strategic Planning

Learn more about our Sustainability Roadmap Vision 2030 and Forest Conservation Policy, and watch this video about our Regenesis Sustainability Program.

Equal Opportunity: APP is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.