Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) Jobs 2026 – Flight Inspection, Airport Services, Finance, Medical, Public Relations & Planning Posts (Karachi, Lahore)
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Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has issued Situation Vacant Notice No. 02/2026, dated March 19, 2026, inviting applications for multiple contract-based professional positions at its headquarters in Karachi and other locations across Pakistan. This recruitment drive targets experienced specialists in flight operations, aircraft maintenance, airport services (hospitality and wildlife management), finance, medical services, public relations, and planning & development (project appraisal, statistics, interior/urban design, ADP management).
The positions offer attractive lump-sum monthly packages ranging from approximately Rs. 271,000 to Rs. 515,000, with a 5% annual increment, and are offered on a three-year contract basis. Applications must be submitted online through the official PAA website within 20 days of the advertisement’s publication (i.e., by April 8, 2026). This is a significant opportunity for seasoned professionals seeking high-level roles in a key federal government authority responsible for Pakistan’s airport infrastructure and aviation services.
Department Overview
Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) is the federal government entity responsible for the administration, operation, and development of all civil airports and related air transport services in Pakistan. Established under the Pakistan Airports Authority Act, 2023, as part of the country’s aviation sector restructuring, PAA focuses on modernizing airport infrastructure, ensuring safety and security, enhancing passenger facilitation, and supporting the growth of the aviation industry. The authority operates under the administrative control of the Government of Pakistan and plays a critical role in national connectivity, trade, and tourism.
Working at PAA offers professionals the chance to contribute to a vital national infrastructure network, with exposure to international aviation standards and large-scale development projects. For candidates also exploring careers in disciplined, structured educational environments, roles such as those in the Army Public School & College System Okara Cantt Jobs 2026 provide an alternative pathway in the public sector.
List of Vacancies with Pay Scale
Flight Inspection Department:
• Additional Director / Chief Pilot (EG-07): 01 post, Rs. 514,800/month, max age 55 years.
• Joint Director / Officer Incharge Aircraft Maintenance Section (EG-05): 01 post, Rs. 373,464/month, max age 54 years.
• Joint Director / Captain (EG-05): 01 post, Rs. 373,464/month, max age 50 years.
• Deputy Director / Aircraft Maintenance Engineer B-I (EG-03): 01 post, Rs. 271,236/month, max age 40 years.
• Deputy Director / Aircraft Maintenance Engineer B-II (EG-03): 01 post, Rs. 271,236/month, max age 40 years.
• Deputy Director / Co-Pilot (EG-03): 01 post, Rs. 271,236/month, max age 45 years.
Airport Services Department:
• Joint Director Hospitality & Hotel Management (EG-05): 03 posts, Rs. 373,464/month, max age 45 years.
• Joint Director Wildlife Management (EG-05): 03 posts, Rs. 373,464/month, max age 45 years.
Finance Department:
• Joint Director Finance (EG-05): 02 posts, Rs. 373,464/month, max age 40 years.
Medical Services Department:
• Senior Deputy Director Medical Services (EG-04): 06 posts, Rs. 300,897/month, max age 50 years.
Public Relations Department:
• Deputy Director Public Relation Management (EG-03): 01 post, Rs. 271,236/month, max age 40 years.
Planning & Development Department:
• Deputy Director Project Appraisal (EG-03): 01 post, Rs. 271,236/month, max age 40 years.
• Deputy Director Technical Statistics (EG-03): 01 post, Rs. 271,236/month, max age 40 years.
• Deputy Director Interior Design (EG-03): 01 post, Rs. 271,236/month, max age 40 years.
• Deputy Director Urban Design (EG-03): 01 post, Rs. 271,236/month, max age 40 years.
• Deputy Director ADP Management (EG-03): 01 post, Rs. 271,236/month, max age 42 years.
Role Responsibilities
Flight Inspection Roles (Chief Pilot, Captain, Co-Pilot, Maintenance Engineers): These positions are central to aviation safety and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include conducting flight inspections to verify navigation aids, managing aircraft operations and maintenance schedules, ensuring airworthiness, and leading technical teams. Chief Pilot and Captain roles involve command experience, crew resource management, and oversight of flight procedures. Maintenance Engineers are responsible for aircraft certification, defect rectification, and adherence to approved maintenance programs.
Airport Services (Hospitality & Hotel Management, Wildlife Management): Hospitality & Hotel Management roles focus on enhancing passenger experience, managing lounges, and overseeing service quality standards at airport terminals. Wildlife Management is critical for aviation safety, involving the development and implementation of wildlife hazard management plans to reduce bird and animal strike risks on and around airfields.
Finance (Joint Director Finance): This role involves managing financial operations, budgeting, accounting, internal controls, and compliance with IFRS, company law, and PPRA rules. The incumbent will likely oversee financial reporting, treasury functions, and provide strategic financial advice for PAA’s projects.
Medical Services (Senior Deputy Director Medical Services): Responsible for providing and managing medical services at airports, including emergency response, passenger and crew health support, occupational health services, and coordinating with public health authorities. Candidates with backgrounds in emergency medicine, cardiology, or internal medicine are particularly suited.
Public Relations (Deputy Director Public Relation Management): This role focuses on managing PAA’s public image, digital communications, social media strategy, media relations, and internal communications. The ideal candidate will have expertise in strategic communications, content creation, and campaign execution within a regulated public sector environment.
Planning & Development (Project Appraisal, Technical Statistics, Interior/Urban Design, ADP Management): These roles support PAA’s infrastructure development mandate. Responsibilities include appraising development projects, managing technical data and statistics for decision-making, providing design expertise for airport interiors and urban planning, and overseeing the management of the Annual Development Programme (ADP) from planning to execution.
Eligibility Conditions
Eligibility varies significantly by role but generally requires:
✅ Flight Inspection Posts: For pilots, a valid Pakistani ATPL (for Chief Pilot/Captain) or CPL/IR (for Co-Pilot) issued by Pakistan CAA, a valid Class-I Medical Certificate, and specific flight hour requirements (e.g., multi-engine, jet, PIC hours) as detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR). For maintenance engineers, an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s license (e.g., Category B1 or B2) with relevant aircraft type ratings and experience are mandatory.
✅ Airport Services (Hospitality/Wildlife): Relevant Master’s degrees or equivalent qualifications in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Wildlife Management, Forestry, or related fields, along with substantial post-qualification experience in the respective domain.
✅ Finance: Professional qualifications like CA, CMA, ACCA, or MBA (Finance) from an HEC-recognized university, with deep experience in financial management, controls, and public sector accounting frameworks.
✅ Medical Services: MBBS with postgraduate specialization (e.g., FCPS, MRCP) in relevant fields like Emergency Medicine, Cardiology, or Internal Medicine, valid PMDC/PMC registration, and significant clinical experience.
✅ Public Relations: Master’s degree in Mass Communication, Public Relations, or related field, with proven experience in digital communications, social media management, and media relations.
✅ Planning & Development: Relevant Master’s degrees (e.g., in Economics, Statistics, Architecture, Urban Planning, Project Management) or Bachelor’s in Engineering/Architecture, with substantial experience in project appraisal, data analysis, design, or development programme management.
All positions require candidates to be Pakistani nationals and meet the maximum age limits specified for each post. Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Pakistan.
General Terms & Conditions
✅ Appointments are offered on a three-year contract basis, which may be extended subject to performance and requirements.
✅ The advertised lump-sum monthly package includes a 5% annual increment. Pay may be negotiable as per PAA policy for exceptional candidates.
✅ Recruitment is purely on merit and suitability.
✅ Candidates already in government service must apply through the proper channel and provide a NOC at the time of interview.
✅ Only online applications submitted through the official PAA website will be accepted.
✅ A non-refundable test fee of Rs. 500 must be deposited in the designated Allied Bank account for each post applied for. Applications without fee proof will be rejected.
✅ Candidates are strongly advised to read the detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) available on the PAA website before applying.
✅ Incomplete applications or those without required uploaded documents may be rejected.
✅ Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further process (e.g., test/interview). No TA/DA will be admissible.
Required Documents
While applying online, candidates will need to upload scanned copies of:
✅ Updated CV/Resume with a recent photograph.
✅ CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card).
✅ All educational degrees and transcripts (from Matric to highest qualification).
✅ Professional licenses and certifications (e.g., ATPL, CPL, AME license, PMDC registration, CA/CMA certificates).
✅ Detailed experience certificates from previous employers.
✅ Valid medical certificates (for aviation posts).
✅ Proof of payment of the non-refundable test fee (bank challan/deposit slip).
Submission Address
Applications must be submitted online only through the official Pakistan Airports Authority website. The online application portal is available at: www.paa.gov.pk.
The test fee of Rs. 500 per post should be deposited in the Allied Bank of Pakistan account specified in the advertisement. Details are available on the PAA website.
Closing Date Notice
📅 Posted On: March 19, 2026.
📅 Last Date to Apply Online: Applications must be submitted within 20 days of the advertisement’s publication. This deadline falls approximately on April 8, 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Candidates are urged to apply well in advance to avoid any technical issues. For those also seeking roles in the education sector, note that the deadline for Army Public School & College System Okara Cantt Jobs 2026 is March 25, 2026, offering an alternative career path.
