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CAREERS

Build Your Career in Kazakhstan's Energy Industry

KNPZ is a growing petroleum refinery in Kostanai, investing in the talented engineers, operators and specialists who power Kazakhstan's energy future.

KNPZ is staffed by qualified petroleum engineers, process operators, quality chemists, logistics coordinators and HSE officers. We employ graduates and experienced professionals from Kazakhstan's leading technical universities including Satbayev University, Kazakh-British Technical University and Karaganda Technical University, as well as specialists with international refinery experience.

We believe that the quality of our people is the ultimate determinant of the quality of our products. A refinery is only as good as the engineers, operators and chemists who run it — and we invest accordingly in training, development and competitive compensation.

Why Work at KNPZ?

Meaningful Work

Play a direct role in Kazakhstan's energy infrastructure. Every day, KNPZ products fuel agriculture, mining, transport and heating across northern Kazakhstan.

Technical Growth

Access to ongoing technical training from Kazakhstan's leading universities and industry certification bodies. Continuous skill development in a modern refinery environment.

Stable Employment

A growing company in an essential industry. As Kazakhstan's refining sector expands toward its 2040 targets, KNPZ is positioned for sustained growth.

Kostanai Community

Based in Kostanai — a city with excellent amenities, lower living costs than Almaty or Astana, and a strong community of industrial and agricultural professionals.

Current Openings

Process Engineer
Operations
Monitoring and optimising atmospheric and vacuum distillation unit performance. Degree in Chemical Engineering or Petroleum Engineering required.
Quality Control Chemist
Laboratory
Conducting product testing per GOST standards in our accredited Chemical Analytical Laboratory. Chemistry or Chemical Technology degree required.
HSE Officer
Health, Safety and Environment
Implementing and monitoring HSE management systems across refinery operations. Industrial safety certification and relevant experience required.
Logistics Coordinator
Dispatch and Logistics
Coordinating road tanker and rail cistern dispatch, documentation and client communication. Logistics or supply chain background preferred.
Refinery Operator (Shift)
Operations
24/7 shift-based process operation and monitoring. Technical college or vocational qualification in refinery operations or petrochemical processes.
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Don't see a matching role? Submit your CV and covering letter — we review all applications and keep strong candidates on file for future openings.

How to Apply

Send your CV and a brief covering letter explaining your experience and interest in KNPZ to careers@kostanaynpz.kz. We review all applications and respond to shortlisted candidates within two weeks. All roles are based in Kostanai, Kazakhstan.