Job Description

This role requires the candidate to work in Konawe Utara, Kendari, Sulawesi Tenggara, Indonesia.

Client Overview:

The company operates in the nickel mining industry, focusing on upstream activities to secure a sustainable ore supply chain that supports the global electric vehicle (EV) battery ecosystem and the stainless-steel sector. Its current operations are centered on a significant nickel mining concession in North Konawe, Southeast Sulawesi, which is still in the exploration and infrastructure development phase. Key priorities include land clearing, construction of dedicated hauling roads, and development of a strategic port to facilitate future logistics and shipping.

The operation follows international corporate standards while strictly adhering to Indonesian mining regulations, with a strong commitment to implementing Good Mining Practices (GMP) across all stages, from exploration to eventual commercial production. Supported by substantial financial and technological resources, the project provides a dynamic, result-oriented environment with long-term career opportunities as it transitions toward full-scale mining operations.

Job Role:

The Business Translator serves as a strategic bridge between the Chinese Executive Management and the Indonesian operational landscape. This role goes beyond literal translation; it requires a deep understanding of corporate diplomacy, legal frameworks, and mining industry dynamics. You will facilitate high-stakes communications, ensure the integrity of cross-border legal agreements, and support the management in navigating the Indonesian regulatory environment to achieve the company’s expansion goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Executive Interpretation: Provide professional simultaneous or consecutive interpretation during high-level executive meetings, board of director sessions, and vendor negotiations.
• Technical & Legal Translation: Translate and review complex business documents, including mining partnership contracts, legal agreements, tender documents, and technical engineering reports from Mandarin to Indonesian/English and vice versa.
• Strategic Market Analysis: Conduct research and analysis on the Indonesian mining industry, government policies, and competitor dynamics; prepare comprehensive analysis reports to support management's strategic decision-making.
• Business Development Support: Contribute to the formulation of annual business targets and work plans for the Indonesian market; monitor the achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular optimization recommendations.
• Negotiation & Contract Monitoring: Participate actively in project negotiation processes and contract signings. Monitor the execution phase of contracts to ensure all parties comply with the translated business clauses and legal obligations.
• Cross-Functional Liaison: Act as a primary liaison between the Jakarta headquarters and the site team in Konawe, ensuring that management directives are clearly communicated and technical field reports are accurately translated for the expatriate directors.
• Stakeholder Management: Support coordination with government authorities and external partners, ensuring all bilingual correspondence maintains the highest level of professionalism and cultural nuance.

Candidate Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (preferably from a top Chinese university).
• Experience: ≥3 years in cross-border business liaison, contract management, or professional translation within a Chinese corporation; experience in nickel mining or construction is a plus.
• Skills & Expertise: Strong knowledge of contracts, legal terms, and corporate risk; proactive, communicative, and able to work in a fast-paced mining project environment.
• Languages: Near-native Mandarin (HSK 5/6) and professional English.