Driver

Driver – Tertiary Vocational Education Commission

Job Overview

The Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) invites applications from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for the position of Driver (PL 3).

TVEC is a statutory body established under the Tertiary and Vocational Education Act No. 20 of 1990 and amended by the Tertiary and Vocational Education (Amendment) Act No. 50 of 1999. The Commission is the national regulatory body responsible for functions including policy, planning, implementation, standardization and certification in vocational and technical education.

Job Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Work Location: Colombo 05
Job Type: Permanent
Number of Vacancies: 05
Job Category: Driver & Transport, Government Jobs, O/L Qualified Jobs

Position Details

Position: Driver (PL 3)
Organization: Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission
Number of Posts: 05
Service Type: Permanent

Selected officers should be capable of serving in any division of the Commission or at any location throughout Sri Lanka.

Company Overview

The Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission is the national regulatory body responsible for vocational and technical education in Sri Lanka. Its functions include policy, planning, implementation, standardization and certification in the field of vocational and technical education.

Qualifications & Experience

Educational Qualifications

Applicants should:

• Have passed six subjects at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination.
• Sinhala and Mathematics must be among the subjects passed.
• The required six subjects should have been passed in not more than two sittings.

Technical Skills / Competencies

Applicants should:

• Possess a valid driving licence issued by the Commissioner General of Motor Traffic to drive all heavy vehicles.
• Have at least three years of experience after obtaining the driving licence.
• Possess general knowledge of motor mechanics.
• Have good eyesight.
• Have a minimum physical height of 5 feet 2 inches.

For Internal Applicants

Employees in the Primary Non-Skilled Service Categories who possess the required driving licence and experience are eligible to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive heavy vehicles in accordance with the requirements of the Commission.
• Provide driving services as assigned by the Commission.
• Serve in any division or location of the Commission when required.
• Ensure vehicles are operated safely and responsibly.
• Apply knowledge of basic motor mechanics when necessary.
• Carry out duties assigned by the relevant authorities.

Required Skills

• Valid heavy vehicle driving licence.
• Minimum three years’ driving experience after obtaining the licence.
• Knowledge of motor mechanics.
• Good eyesight.
• Safe and responsible driving practices.
• Ability to serve at different locations of the Commission.
• Ability to perform assigned duties efficiently.
• Good character and discipline.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Scale: Rs. 43,280 – 67,040

The salary scale is applicable in accordance with Management Services Circular No. 01/2025.

The salary applicable as at 01 January 2026 is Rs. 40,831.

Additional government-approved allowances will also be applicable.

Other benefits include:

• Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) contributions.
• Employees’ Trust Fund (ETF) contributions.
• Government-approved allowances.
• Permanent employment.
• Probationary period applicable according to recruitment conditions.

How to Apply

Applicants should prepare the application according to the prescribed format published by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission.

The completed application together with certified copies of certificates and relevant documents should be sent by registered post.

Applications must reach the following address on or before 15 October 2026:

Director General
Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission
“Nipunata Piyasa”
3rd Floor
354/2, Elvitigala Mawatha
Colombo 05

The post applied for should be clearly mentioned on the top-left corner of the envelope.

Email: info@tvec.gov.lk

Important Notes

• Closing Date: 15 October 2026.
• Number of Vacancies: 05.
• Age: Above 18 years and below 45 years.
• The maximum age limit does not apply to internal applicants.
• Applicants must be Sri Lankan citizens.
• Applicants must be physically and mentally fit to properly perform the duties of the position and serve in any part of Sri Lanka.
• Applicants must possess excellent character.
• Recruitment will be based on a structured interview and a test to ascertain professional competency, as applicable to the post.
• The appointment is permanent and subject to a probationary period.
• Government and semi-government employees should forward their applications through the relevant institutions and clearly indicate whether they agree to be released from their current employment.
• Incomplete, unclear or late applications will be rejected without notice.

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