Maintenance Assistant – Sri Lanka Standards Institution

Maintenance Assistant – Sri Lanka Standards Institution

Job Overview

Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) is inviting applications for the post of Maintenance Assistant under the Primary Level – Skilled Category (PL -3 Grade III). This opportunity is suitable for skilled candidates with vocational qualifications in maintenance and technical support-related fields.

Position Details

• Job Title: Maintenance Assistant
• Organization: Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI)
• Ministry: Ministry of Science and Technology
• Job Category: Primary Level – Skilled Category (PL -3 Grade III)
• Employment Type: Full-Time

Organization Overview

Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) is the national standards body responsible for standards development, testing, certification, quality assurance, and technical services in Sri Lanka. The institution offers professional opportunities in maintenance, technical operations, and support services.

Required Qualifications

External Candidates

Applicants should possess:

• A proficiency certificate not below National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 4 in the relevant field
• Qualification should be issued by a Technical/Vocational Training Institute accepted by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC).

Internal Candidates

Applicants should either:

• Possess the qualifications required for external candidates

OR

• Be employees in Primary Level Semi Skilled (PL 2) or Un-skilled (PL 1) categories with:
  • Minimum 05 years of working experience in the relevant field
  • Skills not below NVQ Level 2 proven through a trade test.

Selection Method

Selection will be based on:

• Trade Test
• Structured Interview

Salary Scale

• Salary Scale:
  • LKR 43,280 – 67,040

Implementation as per Management Services Circular 01/2025:

• 2026 Salary: LKR 40,384
• 2027 Salary: LKR 43,280

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 45 years
• Upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates.

Additional Benefits

• Encashment of unutilized medical leave
• Life insurance cover
• Medical insurance cover
• Reimbursement of medical expenses subject to a limit
• Annual incentive payment approved by the General Treasury
• Opportunity to work in a professional environment

General Requirements

Applicants should:

• Be citizens of Sri Lanka
• Be physically and mentally fit
• Possess excellent moral character

How to Apply

Applicants must:

1. Download and complete the prescribed application form
2. Complete the required Google Form
3. Submit the completed application by registered post

Applications should clearly mention the applied post on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

Application Deadline

• Closing Date: 08 June 2026

Application Address

Director General
Sri Lanka Standards Institution
No. 17, Victoria Place
Elvitigala Mawatha
Colombo 08

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