Permitting & Regulatory Manager
The client has indicated a preference for candidates already authorised to work in Indonesia. Applications from candidates who need sponsorship will be considered but are less likely to progress.
- Project phase
- Identify & Appraise · Pre-FEED / Concept Select · FEED · Detailed Engineering · Procurement · Construction & Installation · Commissioning & Startup · Operations & Maintenance · Decommissioning
- Languages
- English, Indonesian
Overview
The Permitting & Regulatory Manager is responsible for leading and managing all permitting activities and ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
The role oversees the acquisition and maintenance of permits, licenses and regulatory approvals, while coordinating with government authorities, regulatory agencies and external stakeholders to ensure timely approvals and full regulatory compliance.
The position also manages permitting strategies, compliance monitoring, regulatory reporting and supports audits and inspections to ensure project and operational requirements are met in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Scope of work
Responsibility
- Lead and manage all permitting and regulatory compliance activities throughout the project lifecycle.
- Develop and implement permitting strategies to ensure timely acquisition of permits, licenses and regulatory approvals.
- Coordinate and liaise with government authorities, regulatory agencies and relevant stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Manage the preparation, submission, renewal, and tracking of all required permits and regulatory
documentation.
- Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on project execution and operational compliance
requirements.
- Ensure project activities comply with environmental, maritime, construction, operational, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
- Maintain strong working relationships with regulatory bodies and authorities to support efficient permitting and approval processes.
- Coordinate with internal departments, contractors, and project teams to ensure regulatory and permitting
requirements are integrated into project execution plans.
- Identify permitting and regulatory risks and develop mitigation plans to minimize project delays and
compliance issues.
- Support regulatory inspections, audits, and compliance reviews, ensuring timely resolution of findings and
corrective actions.
- Prepare and present regular reports on permitting status, regulatory compliance, and key risks to senior
management.
- Coordinate with legal and compliance teams on regulatory matters, disputes, and compliance obligations
related to permits and approvals.
Key requirements
- Qualifications:
- Education:
- • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Law, Public Administration, Regulatory Affairs, or a related discipline.
- Experience & Knowledge:
- • Minimum 8–10 years of experience in permitting, regulatory compliance, or government liaison roles within
- EPCIC, oil & gas, energy, marine, or infrastructure projects.
- • Strong knowledge of Indonesian regulatory frameworks, permitting processes, and government approval
- requirements.
- • Professional certifications or training in regulatory compliance, environmental management, or project
- management are an advantage.
- • Fluent in Bahasa Indonesia and English, both written and spoken.