Electrician – Department of National Zoological Gardens

Job Listing Details

• Job Title: Electrician (PL-03) – Department of National Zoological Gardens

• Location: Dehiwala, Sri Lanka

• Job Type: Permanent / Full Time

• Job Category: Electrical / Skilled Trades / Government / Maintenance

• Company Name: Department of National Zoological Gardens

• Application Address: Director General, Department of National Zoological Gardens, Dehiwala

• Closing Date: February 27, 2026

Job Description

Join the National Zoo Team! The Department of National Zoological Gardens is hiring Electricians.

The Department of National Zoological Gardens is calling for applications from qualified individuals for the post of Electrician. There are 04 vacancies available for this position.

Remuneration

• Salary Code: PL-03.

• Salary Scale: Rs. 42,780 – 10 x 490 – 10 x 540 – 10 x 590 – 12 x 630 – Rs. 66,540/-.

Qualifications & Experience

Educational Qualifications:

• Passed the G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) Examination in six (06) subjects with at least two (02) credit passes in not more than two sittings.

Vocational Qualifications:

• Must have obtained the relevant certificate for National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 4 regarding the Electrical Industry.

Experience:

• Three (03) years of experience in the field relevant to the post applied for is required.

General Requirements

• Age Limit: Candidates should be not less than 18 years and not more than 45 years of age as at the closing date of applications (2026.02.27).

• Citizenship: Should be a citizen of Sri Lanka.

• Character: Applicants should be of excellent moral character.

• Physical Fitness: Every candidate must be physically and mentally fit to serve in any part of Sri Lanka and perform the duties of the post.

Method of Recruitment

Recruitment will be made through a Professional (Trade) Test and a Structured Interview.

How to Apply

1. Prepare Application: Applications should be prepared according to the specimen form provided in the notification.

Download Application Form : https://governmentjob.lk/department-of-national-zoological-gardens-vacancies-2026/

1. Submission: Completed applications should be sent by Registered Post to reach the address below on or before 27.02.2026.

2. Envelope Marking: The post applied for (“Electrician”) should be clearly mentioned on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

3. Certification: The applicant’s signature must be attested by a Principal, Justice of the Peace, Commissioner for Oaths, Attorney-at-Law, Notary Public, Commissioned Officer of the Armed Forces, or a Staff Grade Officer in the public service receiving a consolidated monthly salary of Rs. 71,240/- or above.

Postal Address: Director General, Department of National Zoological Gardens, Dehiwala.