Driver – Sri Lanka Judges’ Institute
Job Overview
The Sri Lanka Judges’ Institute invites applications from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for the post of Driver under the Primary Level (Skilled) service category. A total of two vacancies are available for eligible external and internal applicants.
This permanent government-sector job opportunity is suitable for candidates with the required educational qualifications, driving experience and, for external applicants, a valid heavy vehicle driving licence.
Position Details
Job Title: Driver
Organization: Sri Lanka Judges’ Institute
Job Category: Government Jobs
Service Category: Primary Level (Skilled)
Number of Vacancies: 02
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Recruitment Method: Structured Interview
Monthly Salary Scale: LKR 43,280 – LKR 67,040
Salary Code: PL 3-2025
Application Deadline: 31 October 2026
Organization Overview
The Sri Lanka Judges’ Institute is an institution that supports the professional development and training of members of the judiciary in Sri Lanka. It operates in Colombo and invites applications for eligible candidates to fill vacancies in its service categories.
Qualifications & Experience
Applicants must satisfy the relevant eligibility requirements according to whether they apply as external or internal candidates.
External Applicants
Educational qualifications:
- Must have passed at least six subjects, including at least two credit passes, at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level examination in not more than two sittings.
Driving qualifications and experience:
- Must possess a heavy vehicle driving licence issued by the Department of Motor Traffic.
- Must have at least three years of driving experience after obtaining the heavy vehicle driving licence.
- Relevant experience must be supported by certificates.
Internal Applicants
- Must possess at least three years of driving experience after obtaining a driving licence issued by the Commissioner General of Motor Traffic.
- Must have completed five years of satisfactory service in the Primary Semi-Skilled Level (PL-2) or Primary Non-Skilled Level (PL-1) service category.
Age Requirements
- Minimum age: 18 years.
- Maximum age: 45 years as of the application closing date.
- The upper age limit does not apply to internal applicants.
General Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a citizen of Sri Lanka.
- Must be physically and mentally fit to perform the duties efficiently.
- Must be willing to serve in any part of Sri Lanka.
- Must possess excellent character.
Key Responsibilities
The recruitment advertisement does not provide a detailed list of duties for the Driver position. The selected candidates will be expected to perform driving-related duties assigned by the Sri Lanka Judges’ Institute in accordance with the requirements of the post.
Required Skills
- Safe and responsible driving.
- Practical driving experience appropriate to the required licence category.
- Knowledge of road safety and traffic regulations.
- Ability to follow instructions and comply with institutional procedures.
- Reliability, punctuality and professional conduct.
- Physical and mental fitness to perform assigned duties.
- Willingness to serve wherever required by the institution.
Salary & Benefits
Monthly Salary Scale: LKR 43,280 – LKR 67,040
Salary Code: PL 3-2025
The salary scale is specified under Management Services Circular No. 01/2025 dated 25 March 2025 and will be applicable from 1 January 2027. Salary payments will be made from the effective date of appointment in accordance with the applicable circular provisions.
Additional Allowances and Benefits
- Cost of Living Allowance.
- Other government-approved allowances.
- Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF): Employee contribution of 8% and employer contribution of 12%.
- Employees’ Trust Fund (ETF): Employer contribution of 3%.
Service Conditions
- Permanent appointment.
- Three-year probationary period.
- Employment subject to the applicable government service regulations and institutional requirements.
How to Apply
Eligible applicants must complete the prescribed application form in accordance with the specimen application published by the Sri Lanka Judges’ Institute.
Applicants must:
- Complete the application form accurately.
- Attach certified copies of relevant certificates.
- Send the completed application by registered post.
- Clearly mention the post applied for on the top-left corner of the envelope.
- Complete and submit the Google Form corresponding to the Driver position, as required by the recruitment notice.
- Ensure that the application reaches the institute by the closing date.
Postal Address
Director
Sri Lanka Judges’ Institute
No. 80, 5th and 6th Floors
Adhikarana Mawatha
Colombo 12
Sri Lanka
Application Deadline: 31 October 2026
Applicants currently employed in Government Departments, Corporations or Statutory Boards must forward their applications through their respective Heads of Departments.
Important Notes
- Two vacancies are available for the Driver position.
- External applicants must possess a heavy vehicle driving licence and at least three years of relevant driving experience after obtaining the licence.
- Internal applicants must satisfy the prescribed driving experience and government service requirements.
- The upper age limit of 45 years does not apply to internal applicants.
- Recruitment will be based on the marks obtained at the structured interview among candidates who meet the basic qualifications.
- Applications must be submitted by registered post and the corresponding online Google Form must also be completed.
- The application must reach the Sri Lanka Judges’ Institute on or before 31 October 2026. The date of receipt, rather than the posting date, will be considered valid.
- Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will be rejected.
- Applicants should ensure that all information and supporting certificates are accurate and complete before submission.
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