Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer – Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Limited

Job Overview

Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Limited (CPSTL) invites applications from suitably qualified Sri Lankan citizens for the permanent position of Mechanical Engineer – Grade A-6. This opportunity is suitable for engineering graduates with a First-Class or Second-Class Upper Division degree in a relevant engineering discipline who wish to pursue a career in the petroleum storage and terminal operations sector.

CPSTL operates two main installations and an island-wide network of bulk storage facilities, providing services to major petroleum industry partners in Sri Lanka.

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer – Grade A-6
Organization: Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Limited (CPSTL)
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Grade: A-6
Job Category: Engineering & Technical, Government Jobs
Age Limit: Below 30 years
Application Deadline: 23 October 2026

Position Details

• Position: Mechanical Engineer
• Grade: A-6
• Employment Basis: Permanent
• Work Location: Oil Installation, Kolonnawa, Colombo District, Sri Lanka
• Salary Scale: Rs. 185,895 – 5 × Rs. 2,295 – 10 × Rs. 3,330 – Rs. 230,670
• Probation Period: Three years from the date of assumption of duties
• Selection Method: Competitive examination and interview

Organization Overview

Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Limited (CPSTL) is a petroleum storage and terminal services organization in Sri Lanka. It operates two main installations and an island-wide network of bulk storage locations, providing services to the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation, Lanka Indian Oil Company, Sinopec Sri Lanka, RM Parks and other business partners in the downstream petroleum sector.

Organization Name: Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Limited (CPSTL)
Location: Oil Installation, Kolonnawa, Sri Lanka
Industry: Petroleum Storage and Terminal Operations

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants must meet the following requirements specified in the recruitment announcement.

Educational Qualifications

• A relevant Engineering Degree with a First-Class or Second-Class Upper Division.

Age Requirement

• Applicants must be below 30 years of age.

Selection Requirements

• Candidates must pass the competitive examination.
• Selection will be based on the marks obtained in the examination and performance at the interview.
• CPSTL reserves the right to shortlist candidates based on the relevance of their degree, experience or other suitable criteria.
• An additional selection test may be conducted if required.

Other Requirements

• Applicants must be Sri Lankan citizens.
• All required qualifications must be fulfilled by the application closing date.
• Candidates must be able to produce relevant certificates when requested.

Key Responsibilities

The Mechanical Engineer will support engineering activities related to petroleum storage installations, terminal facilities and associated mechanical infrastructure. Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting mechanical engineering operations and maintenance activities.
• Assisting with the inspection and maintenance of mechanical equipment and systems.
• Supporting preventive and corrective maintenance planning.
• Monitoring equipment performance and identifying mechanical issues.
• Assisting with technical assessments, engineering documentation and maintenance reports.
• Coordinating with technical teams to support safe and reliable operations.
• Supporting compliance with applicable engineering standards and workplace safety procedures.
• Performing other duties relevant to the position as assigned by the organization.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles.
• Technical problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment inspection and maintenance practices.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to engineering quality.
• Ability to follow technical procedures and safety requirements.
• Willingness to work in an industrial and petroleum storage environment.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Scale: Rs. 185,895 – 5 × Rs. 2,295 – 10 × Rs. 3,330 – Rs. 230,670.

Additional benefits specified in the vacancy announcement include:

• Applicable allowances.
• Medical insurance cover.
• Personal loan facilities.
• Applicable bonuses.
• Employer EPF contribution of 15% of salary.
• Employee EPF contribution of 10% of salary.
• Employer ETF contribution of 3% of salary.

The selected candidate will be placed on probation for three years from the date of assuming duties.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates must submit their details through the Microsoft Forms application process specified in the recruitment announcement.

Applicants should complete the application form accurately and provide all required personal, educational and other relevant information.

Application Deadline: 23 October 2026

Candidates must ensure that all required qualifications are fulfilled by the closing date and that relevant certificates can be produced when requested.

CPSTL reserves the right to shortlist candidates according to the relevance of their qualifications, experience and other suitable criteria. A further selection test may be conducted if required.

Applications containing inaccurate or incomplete information may be rejected.

Important Notes

• This vacancy is for Mechanical Engineer – Grade A-6 at Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Limited.
• The position is offered on a permanent basis.
• Applicants must possess a relevant Engineering Degree with a First-Class or Second-Class Upper Division.
• Applicants must be below 30 years of age.
• Recruitment includes a competitive examination and interview.
• Examination marks and interview performance will be considered during selection.
• All qualifications must be fulfilled by the closing date.
• Supporting certificates must be produced when requested.
• Only shortlisted candidates may be called for further selection stages.
• The application deadline is 23 October 2026.

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