In Kulsary, a tripartite memorandum of understanding on employment issues for unemployed citizens of the Zhylyoi district was signed between Tengizchevroil LLP (TCO), the Akimat of the Zhylyoi district and 36 contractor companies.

"We are pleased that TCO and its contractors are supporting the implementation of the initiatives by the Akimat of Zhylyoi District to employ the local population. By doing so, they are demonstrating their commitment and social responsibility to the region where the Tengiz field is located. I hope that this memorandum will provide more opportunities for local residents,” said the Akim of Zhylyoi District, Zhumabek Karazhanov.

The memorandum regulates areas such as the posting of vacancies on the electronic labor exchange and providing information on the upcoming recruitment or release of employees in the Career Center of the Zhylyoi district. It should be noted that these are not the first steps taken by TCO to support the employment of the local citizens. Previously, TCO developed an algorithm to enhance cooperation between the Career Center and TCO contractors, which helped employ 1,067 residents in 2023. Also, since 2019, TCO has been funding a craft training for unemployed residents. About 2,025 people were employed after their training.

TCO General Director Kevin Lyon said, “Zhylyoi district is of particular importance to TCO and it is my hope that the signing the memorandum of understanding will create further opportunities for employment in Zhylyoi. The fact that 36 TCO contractor companies have joined us in this initiative is a testament to the spirit of partnership as we focus on our common goal of supporting Zhylyoi region.”

Earlier, TCO announced the safe production of crude oil from the Third Generation Plant as part of the Future Growth Project (FGP). At peak construction, about 90,000 jobs were created and more than 37,500 training courses were conducted.

It's worth noting that 96% of TCO employees are Kazakhstani, and the company itself was recognized as the most attractive employer in Kazakhstan for the third year in a row.