Fifteen selected members from the communities surrounding the Martabe Gold Mine are set to participate in the Articulated Dump Truck (ADT) Operator Training, organized by Agincourt Resources in collaboration with the South Tapanuli Regency Government and PT Macmahon Mining Services. The program officially commenced on Wednesday, 23 July 2025, at Sopo Daganak, Napa Village. The training will run for three months, from 24 July to October 2025, and will be delivered by experienced instructors from PT Macmahon Mining Services.
The opening ceremony was attended by Agincourt Resources’ General Manager Operations & Deputy Director Operations Rahmat Lubis, Senior Manager Community Christine Pepah, and PT Macmahon Mining Services Site Martabe Project Manager Canny Makadada. The program was formally inaugurated by the Head of the South Tapanuli Manpower Office, Achmad Raja Nasution. This initiative reflects Agincourt Resources’ ongoing commitment to maintaining a workforce comprised of at least 70 percent local employees at the Martabe Gold Mine.
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In his remarks, Rahmat Lubis explained that the training participants were selected through a rigorous process involving 388 applicants from surrounding villages. After several stages of evaluation, 60 candidates were shortlisted, and 15 of the most qualified were selected, 14 men and 1 woman, representing each village and subdistrict in the mine’s vicinity. “These selected individuals are truly outstanding. This is a valuable opportunity to demonstrate strong character, discipline, and personal excellence,” he stated.
Head of the South Tapanuli Manpower Office, Achmad Raja, expressed his appreciation for Agincourt Resources’ dedication to empowering local communities. “The Martabe Gold Mine has significantly expanded employment opportunities and improved the local economy. As a result, our unemployment rate is among the lowest in North Sumatra,” he noted.
The training also brought a wave of optimism among the participants. Rizki Maysaroh, the only female trainee from Wek II Village, Batang Toru, shared her appreciation: “This program has taught me the importance of discipline and skill development. I hope similar training will continue to provide more local residents with equal opportunities.”
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Echoing this sentiment, participant Rahul Siregar from Wek I Village, Batang Toru, emphasized the positive impact of the Bintalsik module, which focuses on mental, moral, and physical discipline. “I truly hope this program continues, as it offers real hope for our future,” he said.
Through this initiative, Agincourt Resources not only provides technical training, but also instills values of professionalism and social responsibility. Upon completing the program, participants are expected to contribute to sustainable development and bring positive impact to their respective communities.
