2026 Construction Workers Competition: From Competence to Contribution

Tangerang, May 4, 2026 – As part of efforts to strengthen the capacity of Indonesia’s construction workforce, Habitat for Humanity Indonesia, through its BMZ program, organized the 2026 Construction Workers Competition, a field-based competition designed to directly assess the technical skills of construction workers. The event served as a platform for participants to build confidence, strengthen their professional portfolios, and demonstrate their competencies through tangible work that creates a real impact on communities.

The competition was held on May 2–3, 2026, in Tanjung Kait, Mauk District, Tangerang Regency, involving 180 construction workers divided into 18 teams. Each team was responsible for building one kitchen unit, resulting in a total of 18 kitchens successfully constructed for beneficiary families in the area over the course of the two-day event.

During the construction process, participants competed in five main areas of construction work: AAC block wall construction, clean and wastewater plumbing installation, lightweight steel roof frame installation, floor tiling, and wall painting. The entire process was evaluated comprehensively based on technical workmanship, implementation of occupational health and safety (OHS) standards, timely completion, and the overall finishing quality of the construction results.

Through this initiative, Habitat for Humanity Indonesia not only encouraged the improvement of construction workers’ competencies, but also reinforced the implementation of safe, healthy, and high-quality building standards. At the same time, participants gained hands-on experience that can enhance their competitiveness and open broader employment opportunities in the future.

“When construction workers are equipped with strong technical skills, understand workplace safety standards, and have confidence in their abilities, they are not only ready to enter the construction industry, but also prepared to build a better future for themselves, their families, and their communities,” said Arwin Soelaksono, Program Director of Habitat for Humanity Indonesia.

The competition also created a direct impact on the Tanjung Kait community through the construction of 18 kitchens, which are expected to improve the quality of life for beneficiary families. It stands as a tangible example that workforce skills development can go hand in hand with development initiatives that bring positive change to communities.