Head Driver, Head Serang

The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) invites applications from suitably qualified permanent employees of the Authority for key technical service category positions based in Colombo.

Available Positions & Qualifications

1. Head Driver (Motor Launch) – (Colombo - 01 Vacancy)

• Service Category: Technical (T)

• Salary Category: 7:3 (T:3) (Initial Basic Salary: Rs. 46,655/=; Annual Increment: Rs. 1,005/=) (Note: Applicants currently placed in higher salary brackets may be considered for placement in 7:1 or 7:2 categories).

• Qualifications (Option A):

  • G.C.E. (A/L) Examination passed in three (03) subjects at one sitting.

  • AND Certificate of Competency for capacity not less than 1000 Horse Power (750KW) issued by the Director General of Merchant Shipping under the Motor Launch Ordinance of 1907.

  • AND Minimum of three (03) years of active experience in the post of Motor Launch Driver.

• Qualifications (Option B):

  • G.C.E. (O/L) Examination passed in six (06) subjects including Language and Mathematics in not more than two sittings.

  • AND Certificate of Competency for capacity not less than 1000 Horse Power (750KW) issued by the Director General of Merchant Shipping under the Motor Launch Ordinance of 1907.

  • AND Minimum of five (05) years of active experience in the post of Motor Launch Driver.

2. Head Serang – (Colombo - 01 Vacancy)

• Service Category: Technical (T)

• Salary Category: 7:3 (T:3) (Initial Basic Salary: Rs. 46,655/=; Annual Increment: Rs. 1,005/=) (Note: Applicants currently placed in higher salary brackets may be considered for placement in 7:1 or 7:2 categories).

• Qualifications (Option A):

  • G.C.E. (A/L) Examination passed in three (03) subjects at one sitting.

  • AND Deck Proficiency Certificate issued under the Motor Launch Ordinance of 1907.

  • AND Minimum of three (03) years of active experience in the post of Serang.

• Qualifications (Option B):

  • G.C.E. (O/L) Examination passed in six (06) subjects including Language and Mathematics in not more than two sittings.

  • AND Deck Proficiency Certificate issued under the Motor Launch Ordinance of 1907.

  • AND Minimum of five (05) years of active experience in the post of Serang.

General Conditions & Requirements

• Performance: Satisfactory performance ratings for the past three (03) consecutive years.

• Educational Qualification Alternative: Applicants who have failed G.C.E. (O/L) must have completed the Port Operations Training Course conducted by the Mahapola Port and Maritime Academy.

• Selection Tests: Every applicant must pass the professional experience practical and interview tests, as well as any required medical examinations.

• Security Service Eligibility: Employees recruited to the Security Regulator post are eligible to apply only if they have completed over five (05) years of service in the Security Service.

• Deployment & Compliance: Selected candidates are required to serve in any port, region, or division of the SLPA as needed, and adhere to the Official Languages Act No. 33 of 1956 and all SLPA regulations.

How to Apply

• Separate applications must be submitted for each post using the specimen application form (फॉर्म මාසකො/ආකෘති/01/2026) available from respective divisions and the HR Service Centre.

• Attach certified copies of educational and professional certificates to your application.

• Forward your application through your respective Division/Section Head to reach the address below on or before November 30, 2026.

Chief Manager (Human Resources and Administration)

Human Resources and Administration Division

Sri Lanka Ports Authority

Colombo, Sri Lanka