Potential of Community Involvement at The Constructions Stage of Nuclear Power Plant Introduction Plan in West Kalimantan

Abstract

Qualified, specialized, trained, and motivated human resources are required in the construction of nuclear power plants which is categorized as an industry with high technology, complexity, and high risk. Identification of human resources (HR) based on the education of the labour force living around the nuclear power plant prospective site is necessary to assess the potential of involvement of existing human resources. This study aims to assess the potential of HR within a 10 km radius of the demographic-based site reference point at the nuclear power plant construction stage. The methods used include primary and secondary data collection, literature review, and further analysis. The results of the study show that the majority of the population in the assessment area has low education (graduated from elementary school), and mostly has professions as fisherman/farmers. Local HR who have experience working in steam power plants can supply the needs of craftsmen during an NPP construction project, but about 10-20% of craftsmen need to be given basic training in nuclear power and training, in particular in the fields of mechanics and electricity. The population of the labour force with a Bachelor’s degree within a radius of 10 km is 3.86%, while those in West Kalimantan Province is 9%. It is known that the capacity of technicians, professionals, supervisors and managers in the area needs to be upgraded. An effort should be taken to improve the qualifications and competencies of the existing HR. The regional government may take a lead in planning and implementing such an effort, in collaboration with the project owner, the local government, the National Research and Innovation Agency as well as the state-owned electricity company. The activities may include the provision of scholarships, training, a talent management program, internship, and other viable modalities.