Security Guard

Security Guard – University of the Visual & Performing Arts

Job Overview

The University of the Visual and Performing Arts invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Security Guard (Grade III). The vacancy is part of the University’s non-academic staff recruitment, with applications accepted until 04 September 2026 at 4.00 p.m.

Position Details

Job Title: Security Guard (Grade III)
Organization: University of the Visual and Performing Arts
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Not specified in the vacancy notice
Application Deadline: 04 September 2026 at 4.00 p.m.
Selection Method: Structured Interview and/or Trade Test
Age Limit: 18 to 45 years

Company Overview

The University of the Visual and Performing Arts is a state university in Sri Lanka. Sinhala and English are the University’s official working languages. The University’s administrative address is at 21, Albert Crescent, Colombo 07.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants for the Security Guard (Grade III) position should have:

• Passed the G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) Examination in six subjects.
• Obtained at least two credit passes.
• The required results should have been obtained in not more than two sittings.
• The vacancy notice does not specify a separate mandatory work experience requirement for this position.

Key Responsibilities

The vacancy notice does not provide a separate detailed list of duties and responsibilities for the Security Guard position. The selected candidate will be appointed to the Security Guard (Grade III) position at the University of the Visual and Performing Arts.

Required Skills

• Ability to perform assigned security-related duties responsibly and effectively.
• Physical and mental fitness to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to maintain discipline and follow instructions.
• Good moral character.
• Ability to work in a university environment where Sinhala and English are the official working languages.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Scale: UPL 1 (III) – Rs. 42,775.00 – 16 × Rs. 450 – Rs. 49,975.00 per month.

In addition to the basic salary, other allowances approved by the Government and the University Grants Commission will be paid.

How to Apply

Applicants should download the official application form from the University of the Visual and Performing Arts website and duly complete it.

The completed application should be sent by Registered Post to:

Senior Assistant Registrar / Non Academic Establishment
University of the Visual and Performing Arts
21, Albert Crescent
Colombo 07, Sri Lanka

A PDF copy of the application should also be sent to:

Email: nae.division@vpa.ac.lk

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

Applications must reach the University on or before 04 September 2026 at 4.00 p.m.

Important Notes

• Applicants must be citizens of Sri Lanka.
• Applicants must be physically and mentally fit to effectively discharge the duties of the post.
• Applicants must possess excellent moral character.
• Applicants should be between 18 and 45 years of age.
• Only photocopies of relevant certificates certified by the candidate should be attached to the application.
• Incomplete applications, late applications, applications not submitted in the prescribed format, applications without the post name on the envelope, and applications without required certified documents will be rejected.
• Applicants employed in the Public Service or Corporation Service should submit their applications through their respective Heads of Departments.
• Rejected applications will not be reconsidered.
• Selection will be made through a structured interview and/or trade test.

Job Category: Security, Government Jobs

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