Driver – National Institute of Plantations Management

Cook – National Institute of Plantations Management

Job Overview

The National Institute of Plantation Management (NIPM), under the Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure, invites applications from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for the post of Driver – PL3 (Grade III) on both Permanent and Contractual Basis.

Position Details

Job Title: Driver
Grade: PL3 (Grade III)
Organization: National Institute of Plantation Management (NIPM)
Employment Type: Permanent & Contractual
Preferred Locations: Colombo and Bogawantalawa Areas

Organization Overview

The National Institute of Plantation Management (NIPM) is a government institution dedicated to enhancing management, training, and human resource development within Sri Lanka’s plantation sector.

Qualifications & Experience

External Applicants

Applicants should possess:

• Passed the G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) examination with at least two credit passes in not more than two sittings.
• Hold a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence.
• Minimum three (03) years of driving experience after obtaining the driving licence.

Internal Applicants

Applicants should possess:

• A valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence.
• Minimum three (03) years of driving experience after obtaining the licence.
• Completed at least five (05) years of satisfactory service in a permanent post under the employee category of:
  • Primary Level – Semi-skilled, or
  • Primary Level – Unskilled.

Age Requirement

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 45 years

The upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate institute vehicles for official duties.
• Transport officers, staff, and materials as assigned.
• Ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of assigned vehicles.
• Maintain vehicle logbooks and related records.
• Adhere to road safety regulations and institutional transport policies.
• Perform duties at any location assigned by the institute.

Required Skills

• Safe and responsible driving practices.
• Good knowledge of Sri Lankan traffic regulations.
• Ability to maintain vehicle records and logs.
• Time management and reliability.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Scale

PL3 Salary Scale:

Rs. 34,380 – 10×490 – 10×540 – 10×590 – 12×630 – 67,040

Starting Salary

Rs. 40,834 per month

Additional Benefits

• Government-approved allowances.
• Annual salary increments.
• Eligibility for government-sector employment benefits.

Selection Method

Candidates will be selected through:

• Practical Driving Test
• Structured Interview

How to Apply

Forward a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) together with:

• Names and addresses of two non-related referees.
• Copies of relevant educational and professional certificates.

Applications should be sent by registered post to:

Director / Chief Executive Officer
National Institute of Plantation Management (NIPM)
M.D.H. Jayawardena Mawatha
Athurugiriya
Sri Lanka

Telephone: 011-2770232

Application Deadline

30 June 2026

Important Notes

• The post applied for should be clearly marked on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
• Applicants currently employed in the public sector should forward applications through the Heads of their respective institutions.
• Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
• Only candidates meeting all requirements will be called for the selection process.

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