Aluminium Fabricator

Aluminium Fabricator – Sri Lanka Ports Authority

Job Overview

The Aluminium Fabricator position at the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) offers a permanent government career opportunity for skilled professionals experienced in aluminium fabrication and metalwork. The selected candidate will be responsible for fabricating, assembling, repairing, and maintaining aluminium structures and components used in port facilities and equipment while ensuring high standards of quality and safety. Candidates with recognized vocational qualifications and relevant work experience are encouraged to apply.

Position Details

Job Title: Aluminium Fabricator

Organization: Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA)

Job Category: Government Jobs, Engineering & Technical, O/L Qualified Jobs

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Service Category: Semi-Skilled (SS)

Job Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka

Company Overview

The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) is the government institution responsible for managing and developing Sri Lanka’s major ports. SLPA plays a key role in facilitating international trade, shipping, and logistics while providing stable employment opportunities and career advancement for technical and skilled professionals across a range of engineering disciplines.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Passed the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination with six (06) subjects, including Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings.
• Possess a certificate relevant to Aluminium Fabrication issued by a Government Institute or a Vocational Training Institute recognized by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC), or hold an NVQ Level 3 qualification relevant to the trade.
• Minimum of three (03) years of relevant work experience in a Government institution or a recognized private organization.
• Applicants should be between 18 and 45 years of age. (The age limit is not applicable to applicants already serving in Government service.)
• Must successfully pass both the interview and practical test relevant to the post.
• Should be physically and mentally fit to carry out duties anywhere in Sri Lanka.
• Must possess excellent character.
• Should satisfy the required medical examination if requested.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and install aluminium structures and components.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and fabrication specifications.
• Measure, cut, shape, and finish aluminium materials accurately.
• Carry out repair and maintenance of aluminium fittings and equipment.
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality and compliance with standards.
• Maintain fabrication tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Follow workplace safety procedures and engineering best practices.
• Support maintenance and engineering teams in port operations.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of aluminium fabrication techniques.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and fabrication plans.
• Experience using fabrication machinery and hand tools.
• Good measuring, cutting, and finishing skills.
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to occupational health and safety standards.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary Code: 10.3 (SS3)
• Initial Salary Step: Rs. 35,845/=
• Annual Increment: Rs. 365/=
• Approximate Monthly Gross Salary: Rs. 111,000/=
• Permanent Government employment.
• Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF).
• Employees’ Trust Fund (ETF).
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development within the Sri Lanka Ports Authority.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a completed application together with photocopies of:

• Birth Certificate
• Educational Certificates
• Professional Qualification Certificates
• Service Certificates
• Names and addresses of two non-related referees

Applications should be addressed to:

Chief Manager (Human Resources and Administration)
Human Resources and Administration Division
Sri Lanka Ports Authority
Kochchikade
Colombo 13

Applications must be sent by Registered Post on or before 23 July 2026.

Important Notes

• Applicants currently employed in Government Departments or State Corporations should submit applications through their respective Heads of Department or Corporation.
• Candidates must successfully pass both the interview and practical test relevant to the post.
• Late applications will not be accepted.
• Clearly write the post applied for on the top left-hand corner of the application envelope.
• As per Public Administration Circular No. 28/2016, NVQ Level 3 is considered equivalent to G.C.E. (O/L) where applicable.

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