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Institution: State Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing Corporation (SPMC) – Ministry of Health & Mass Media

Location: Ratmalana, Sri Lanka

General Applicant Requirements

Every applicant must fulfill the following conditions:

  • Must be a citizen of Sri Lanka.

  • Must be physically and mentally fit to discharge duties and serve in any part of the island.

  • Must possess an excellent moral character.

Available Positions & Job Specifications

1. General Manager (HM 2-1)

  • Role Summary: Highest level executive officer responsible for overall institutional activities, administration, financial affairs, technology generation/transfer, and staff leadership under the direction of the Board of Directors.

  • Salary Scale: HM 2-1: Rs. 161,140 - 12 x 4,850 - 219,340 (Basic salary of Rs. 161,140/- effective from 01.01.2027; starting salary point is Rs. 140,317/- for 2026, plus government-approved allowances).

  • Age Limit: 35 to 55 years (Upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates).

  • Recruitment Method: Structured interview.

  • Perks & Benefits: Corporation-maintained official vehicle or vehicle allowance as per PED 1/2015(i), plus a monthly fuel allowance of 145 liters.

  • Qualifications:

    • External Candidates:

      • Bachelor’s Degree (Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Business Management, or Production Engineering) recognized by the UGC AND a Postgraduate Master's Degree / Corporate Membership in a recognized Professional Chartered Institute WITH at least 18 years of managerial experience (including 5 years at a senior managerial level) in a corporation, statutory board, or mercantile establishment.

      • OR Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant UGC-recognized field AND a PhD WITH at least 5 years of senior managerial experience.

    • Internal Candidates: Minimum of 5 years of satisfactory service in the Senior Manager (HM) category in a relevant subject area, with proven multi-disciplinary team leadership and resource management skills.

2. Deputy General Manager – Planning and Procurement (HM 1-1)

  • Role Summary: Head of the Planning & Procurement Division, managing production planning, inventory control, stores, import of raw materials/machinery via tendering, LC operations, customs clearance, freight, marine insurance, and cGMP compliance.

  • Salary Scale: HM 1-1: Rs. 140,640 - 15 x 4,100 - 202,140 (Basic salary of Rs. 140,640/- effective from 01.01.2027; starting salary point is Rs. 123,019/- for 2026, plus government-approved allowances).

  • Age Limit: 35 to 55 years (Upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates).

  • Recruitment Method: Structured interview.

  • Perks & Benefits: Corporation-maintained official vehicle or vehicle allowance as per PED 1/2015(i), plus a monthly fuel allowance of 115 liters.

  • Qualifications:

    • External Candidates: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Public Administration, Public Management, Commerce, or Supply Chain Management recognized by the UGC AND a Postgraduate Master’s Degree or Associate Membership in a professional chartered institute WITH minimum 12 years of managerial experience in a relevant field.

    • Internal Candidates: Meeting external qualifications OR completing at least 2 years of satisfactory service in Manager Category (MM) Grade I in a relevant area alongside a postgraduate degree or professional associate membership.

3. Personal Secretary (JM 1-1 Grade II)

  • Salary Scale: JM 1-1: Rs. 72,650 - 10 x 1,360 - 18 x 2,040 - 122,970 (Basic salary of Rs. 72,650/- effective from 01.01.2027; starting salary point is Rs. 65,633/- for 2026, plus allowances).

  • Age Limit: 22 to 45 years (Upper age limit does not apply to internal applicants).

  • Recruitment Method: Written competitive examination and/or structured interview.

  • Qualifications:

    • External Candidates: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant UGC-recognized field OR a Diploma / Higher Diploma (min. 1-year duration) WITH at least 5 years of post-qualifying experience in a corporation, board, or reputed statutory institution.

    • Internal Candidates: Meeting external requirements OR completing at least 5 years of satisfactory service in Management Assistant - Non Technological (MA 1-1) Grade II.

4. Training & Development Officer (JM 1-1 Grade II)

  • Salary Scale: JM 1-1: Rs. 72,650 - 10 x 1,360 - 18 x 2,040 - 122,970 (Basic salary of Rs. 72,650/- effective from 01.01.2027; starting salary point is Rs. 65,633/- for 2026, plus allowances).

  • Age Limit: 22 to 45 years (Upper age limit does not apply to internal applicants).

  • Recruitment Method: Written competitive examination and/or structured interview.

  • Qualifications:

    • External Candidates: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Management, Public Administration, or Commerce recognized by the UGC.

    • Internal Candidates: Meeting external requirements OR completing at least 5 years of satisfactory service in Management Assistant - Non Technological (MA 1-1) Grade II in a relevant subject area.

5. Engineering Assistant (Computer Hardware) (JM 1-1 Grade II)

  • Salary Scale: JM 1-1: Rs. 72,650 - 10 x 1,360 - 18 x 2,040 - 122,970 (Basic salary of Rs. 72,650/- effective from 01.01.2027; starting salary point is Rs. 65,633/- for 2026, plus allowances).

  • Age Limit: 22 to 45 years (Upper age limit does not apply to internal applicants).

  • Recruitment Method: Written competitive examination and/or structured interview.

  • Qualifications:

    • External Candidates: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering recognized by the UGC OR NVQ Level 7/6/5 Certificate of Proficiency in Computer Hardware from a TVEC-accepted institute with required post-qualifying experience (5 years for NVQ Level 6, 10 years for NVQ Level 5).

    • Internal Candidates: Meeting external requirements OR completing at least 5 years of satisfactory service in Management Assistant - Technological (MA 2-1) Grade II.

General Fringe Benefits

  • Attendance and performance incentives.

  • Encashment of unutilized annual and sick leave.

  • Comprehensive medical insurance and reimbursement schemes.

  • Provident Fund & Gratuity: 15% Employer EPF contribution (10% employee contribution), 3% ETF contribution, and Gratuity as per Act No. 12 of 1983.

How to Apply

  1. Download the prescribed application form from the official SPMC website: https://www.spmc.gov.lk.

  2. Attach certified copies of all educational certificates and include contact details for two non-related referees.

  3. Applicants currently in Government Departments or Statutory Bodies must route their applications through their respective Heads of Institutions with an official release certification.

  4. Send each application in a separate sealed envelope with the post applied for clearly indicated on the top left-hand corner via Registered Post to:

    Chairman

    State Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing Corporation

    No. 11, Sir John Kotelawala Mawatha

    Kandawala Estate – Ratmalana

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