The Ministry of Defence – National Building Research Institute (NBRI) invites applications from citizens of Sri Lanka for the following vacancies.

1. Senior Scientist AR – 2

• Engineer (Civil) – 1 Post

• Material – 1 Post

• Geologist – 1 Post

• Environmentalist – 1 Post

• Quantity Surveyor – 1 Post

External Qualifications (a or b):

(a)

• 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Science / Technology (UGC recognized)

• AND Postgraduate Degree (Master’s) or Corporate Membership in relevant professional body

• AND Minimum 08 years research & development experience after first degree

OR

(b)

• Special Degree in Engineering / Science / Technology

• AND PhD in relevant field

• AND Minimum 05 years research experience

Research publications will be an added qualification.

2. Scientist AR – 1, Gr. ii

• Engineer (Civil) – 5 Posts

• Material – 4 Posts

• Geologist – 19 Posts

• Town Planner – 3 Posts

• Quantity Surveyor – 2 Posts

Qualifications (a or b or c):

OR

OR

Relevant research experience will be an added advantage.

3. Management Assistant (Technical) MA 2-2, Gr.iii

(Civil, Quantity Surveying, Draftsman, Laboratory – 10 Posts)

Qualifications:

• NVQ Level 5 Certificate
  OR

• National Certificate of Technology (NCT)
  OR

• Laboratory Diploma (UGC recognized)

Minimum 03 years working experience will be an advantage.

Salary Scales

• Senior Scientist AR – 2: Rs.133,220 – 169,220

• Scientist AR – 1 Gr.ii: Rs.91,650 – 168,200

• Management Assistant MA 2-2 Gr.iii: Rs.50,540 – 90,270

(As per Management Services Circular No. 01/2025)

Age Limits

• AR – 2: 30 – 55 years

• AR – 1 Gr.ii: 22 – 45 years

• MA 2-2 Gr.iii: 18 – 45 years

(Upper age limit not applicable to internal applicants)

Other Benefits

• Cost of Living Allowance

• 12% EPF & 3% ETF Contributions

• Annual Bonus (Government Circulars)

• Monthly Performance Incentive

• Medical & Life Insurance

• Telephone Allowance

• Other Government Approved Benefits

Closing Date

Applications must be sent on or before 03rd March 2026.

Application Address

The Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure has announced vacancies at the Tea Small Holdings Development Authority (TSHDA).

1. Deputy General Manager (Development) – 01 Post

Service Category: Senior Managerial Service Category (HM 1 – 1)

Qualifications:

• Degree in Science, Agriculture, Plantation Management, Business Administration, or Management (UGC recognized)
  OR

• Postgraduate Degree (Masters) relevant to the subject field
  OR

• Full membership in a recognized chartered institution relevant to the field

• Minimum 15 years of experience in Government / Government Corporation / Board / Statutory Institution / recognized private sector at managerial level relevant to agricultural development or extension activities

Internal Applicants:

• Must have fulfilled external qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in Grade I post (Management MM 1 – I Service Category)

2. Tea Inspector / Extension Officer – 25 Vacancies

External Qualifications:

• NVQ Level 5 Certificate (Agriculture / Plantation Management / Plantation Extension Management)

Method of Recruitment:

• Written Competitive Examination

• Structured Interview

• Paper I: General Knowledge, Intelligence Test, Agricultural Theory, Tea Technology (MCQs)

• Paper II: Agriculture fundamentals, tea industry & extension communication

Minimum pass requirements apply.

Closing Date

Applications must be submitted on or before 10th March 2026.

Application Address

Tea Small Holdings Development Authority

No. 70, Parliament Road,

Pelawatte, Battaramulla

1990 Suwa Seriya Foundation is Sri Lanka’s pioneering Emergency and Pre-Hospital Care Ambulance Service operating under the Ministry of Health & Mass Media. The foundation operates a life-saving mission with 322 ambulances island wide.

The Board of Management invites applications from suitable, qualified and dynamic individuals for the following positions:

1. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – Male & Female

Eligibility Criteria:

• Age below 35 years

• G.C.E. Advance Level (A/L) with three (03) passes in any stream, preferably in Bio Science stream OR NVQ Level 4 in a health-related field

• Minimum “S” pass in English in G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L)

• Basic IT knowledge (additional language proficiency will be an advantage)

• Previous experience in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will be an added advantage

• Minimum height: Male – 5 feet 4 inches | Female – 5 feet 2 inches

• Body Mass Index (BMI) between 18.5 and 27

Note:
All candidates must successfully pass a fitness test. Selected candidates must follow a Diploma Course conducted by 1990 Suwa Seriya Foundation in collaboration with a university. After completion, candidates must serve the organization for a minimum of three (03) years. Opportunities for foreign experience are available.

2. Pilot

Eligibility Criteria:

• Age below 35 years

• G.C.E. (O/L) with passes in six (6) subjects

• Heavy vehicle driving license with minimum two (02) years’ work experience in a reputed organization

• Good communication skills in Sinhala or Tamil

• English language skills will be an added advantage

• Minimum height – 5 feet 2 inches

• Body Mass Index (BMI) between 18.5 and 27

• Visual acuity between 20/20 and 20/30

Note: All applicants are required to pass an Aptitude Test.

3. Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD)

Eligibility Criteria:

• Age below 35 years

• G.C.E. A/L with three (03) passes in any stream

• Good communication skills in Sinhala and Tamil

• English language and IT literacy will be an added advantage

Note: All applicants are required to pass an Aptitude Test.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may forward their application to:

📧 careers@1990.lk

OR

Send by registered post to:
1990 Suwa Seriya Foundation
No. 43, Horton Place,
Colombo 07

Clearly mention the position applied for in the subject line (email) or at the top center of the envelope.

🗓 Closing Date: 22.02.2026