Permits & Regulatory Coordinator

Founded in 1935, Almaty International Airport is the largest air gateway in Kazakhstan and, since 2020, has been part of TAV Airports, a member of the Groupe ADP – the world’s leading airport management platform operating in 29 countries.

Our mission – connecting CIS countries to the world through a seamless, world-class travel experience.

Our vision – by 2030, to become Asia’s most desired gateway with the largest number of destinations in Central Asia, delivering innovative travel and cargo experience, and driving sustainable growth for local communities.

Our values – Safety & Responsibility, Customer & People Centricity, Innovation & Agility, Collaboration & Transparency, Excellence & Passion.

We are committed to operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and continuous innovation, while upholding the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and service quality.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced Regulatory Compliance Officer to ensure that all airport operations fully comply with national legislation, aviation industry standards, and internal corporate policies. The role is critical to maintaining the company’s integrity, transparency, and alignment with both local and international regulatory requirements.

• Maintain a centralized register of all airport permits, licenses, and certificates, ensuring timely renewal and validity tracking.

• Coordinate preparation, submission, and follow-up of applications for environmental, land use, construction, sanitary, and operational permits.

• Monitor expiration dates and proactively initiate renewal processes to prevent any compliance gaps.

• Liaise with governmental and regulatory authorities on inspections, audits, and reporting requirements.

• Ensure relevant departments have up-to-date access to valid permits and supporting documentation.

• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation and compliance evidence.

• Collaborate with Legal, HSE, Engineering, and Operations teams to ensure all activities meet regulatory standards.

• Maintain both electronic and physical archives of regulatory documentation in accordance with company procedures.

• Prepare analytical reports and dashboards on permit status and compliance indicators using Excel and Power BI.

• Provide regular compliance updates and summaries to management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Environmental Management, Engineering, or Business Administration.

• Minimum 6-7 years of experience in permit management, regulatory compliance, or documentation control, preferably in aviation, infrastructure, or industrial sectors.

• Good knowledge of Kazakhstan regulatory frameworks (environmental, construction, sanitary, and industrial safety).

• Proficiency in MS Excel and Power BI (data analysis, reporting, dashboards).

• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

• English – Upper Intermediate, fluent Kazakh and Russian.

• Employment in accordance with the Labor Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan;
• Office location - Almaty International Airport;
• Work schedule 5 days per week, working hours from 8.00 to 17.00 (lunch break from 12.00 to 13.00);
• Free lunches;
• Hybrid work after probation period (working from home up till 5 days per month upon Line Manager's approval);
• Annual paid leave of 24 calendar days (+1 day for birthday after 1 year employment);
• Annual bonuses on performance results;
• Medical Insurance after Probation period;
• Shuttle bus (13 routes);
• Trainings, e-Learning Academy, and other online/offline platforms.
  
  Join our team today and become a vital part of our global airport family, comprising dedicated professionals who work together to ensure a future of seamless travel experiences