Aviation Permits/Security Specialist - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)

Dokainish & Company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking an experienced Aviation Permits/Security Specialist in Saudi Arabia to manage security clearances and permitting activities. The candidate must have over 7 years of relevant experience, strong familiarity with GACA and JEDCO processes, and excellent communication skills. This full-time role requires organizing and leading the permitting process, coordinating with regulatory bodies, and ensuring compliance with aviation security standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience with airport or aviation high-security access.
• Strong familiarity with GACA, JEDCO, and Royal Guard permitting systems.
• Must have full professional proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end permitting process for airport access and approvals.
• Coordinate with regulatory authorities and maintain permit records.
• Communicate security protocols and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Regulatory navigation

Clear communication

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Aviation Permits/Security Specialist - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)

About us

Dokainish& Company is a global organization thathas beenprovidingworld class professional consultancy servicessince 2011.We have recently launched our MENA operations, headquartered inAbu Dhabi inthe United ArabEmirates. Thisopportunitywill also expand our operations into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) to support major government and private sector clients across aviation, infrastructure, construction, and large-scale capital development programs, reinforcing our long-term commitment to the region and our role in supporting visionary national transformation initiatives.

Overview

Dokainish&Company is seeking an experienced Aviation Permits/Security Specialist to support security clearances, access approvals, and permitting activities for aviation and high-security infrastructure environments. This role will coordinate directly with regulatory bodies, airport authorities, and security agencies to ensure compliance with all access control, permitting, and regulatory requirements.

This is a full-time position, and the selected candidate must be based in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end permitting process for airport access, construction permits, equipment entry passes, and secure facility approvals.

• Coordinate with regulatory and security authorities including GACA, JEDCO, Royal Guard, airport operators, and relevant government agencies.

• Prepare documentation, applications, and submissions required for personnel access, vehicle permits, contractor approvals, and restricted-area permissions.

• Track, monitor, and follow up on permit statuses to ensure timely approvals and prevent project delays.

• Maintain secure and organized permit records, logs, and compliance documentation.

• Support site teams by communicating security protocols, access rules, and regulatory requirements.

• Ensure all activities comply with airport safety, security, and access control standards.

• Participate in coordination meetings, interface with contractors, and advise project teams on security and permitting constraints.

Requirements

Candidate Profile

• Detail-oriented professional with strong organizational and follow-up capabilities.

• Able to navigate regulatory systems and maintain strong relationships with security and permitting authorities.

• Clear communicator with the ability to coordinate between contractors, regulators, and internal project teams.

• Comfortable working within high-security, fast-paced, and compliance-driven environments.

• Proactive problem-solver capable of anticipating approval bottlenecks and proposing solutions.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree.

• 7+ years of experience working with airport, aviation, or high-security access processes.

• Strong familiarity with GACA, JEDCO, and Royal Guard permitting systems and approval workflows.

• Experience coordinating permits within secure or restricted environments (airside zones, secure facilities, and critical infrastructure).

• Must have full professional proficiency in the English language.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of airport security procedures, access control protocols, and regulatory compliance.

• Ability to prepare accurate documentation, applications, and clearance requests.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for tracking, reporting, and documentation management.

• Familiarity with digital permitting systems and regulatory submission platforms.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.

• Additional training in aviation security or access control is an advantage.

Location & Mobility

• KSA-based

• Regional travel flexibility required

Note: This roledescription is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or qualifications required.