Management Assistant | Driver | Engineer | Office Aide | Director

Management Assistant | Driver | Engineer | Office Aide | Director – Sri Lanka Institute of Textile and Apparel

Job Overview

The Sri Lanka Institute of Textile and Apparel (SLITA), operating under the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for several vacancies in management, engineering, administration and support services.

The advertised positions include Assistant Director – Administration, Assistant Engineer (Mechanical Workshop), Management Assistant – Grade III, Driver and Office Aide. These opportunities are suitable for candidates with relevant academic qualifications, technical experience or the required educational and professional credentials.

Organization: Sri Lanka Institute of Textile and Apparel (SLITA)
Ministry: Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Job Categories: Government Jobs, Management, Engineering & Technical, HR & Administration, Driver & Transport, O/L Qualified Jobs
Application Method: Online application
Application Deadline: Refer to the official vacancy notice for the closing date.

Position Details

1. Assistant Director – Administration

• Position: Assistant Director – Administration
• Employment Level: Management
• Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
• Salary Scale: As specified in the vacancy notice

2. Assistant Engineer (Mechanical Workshop)

• Position: Assistant Engineer (Mechanical Workshop)
• Employment Level: Engineering and Technical
• Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
• Salary Scale: As specified in the vacancy notice

3. Management Assistant – Grade III

• Position: Management Assistant – Grade III
• Employment Level: Primary Level – Skilled
• Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
• Salary Scale: As specified in the vacancy notice

4. Driver

• Position: Driver
• Employment Level: Primary Level – Skilled
• Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
• Salary Scale: As specified in the vacancy notice

5. Office Aide

• Position: Office Aide
• Employment Level: Primary Level – Unskilled
• Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
• Salary Scale: As specified in the vacancy notice

Organization Overview

The Sri Lanka Institute of Textile and Apparel (SLITA) is a government statutory body established to provide training, testing, technical services, technical projects and consultancy services to Sri Lanka’s textile and apparel industry.

SLITA supports industry development through technical expertise, professional training and services related to textile and apparel manufacturing.

Organization Name: Sri Lanka Institute of Textile and Apparel (SLITA)
Sector: Government / Textile and Apparel Industry
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka

Qualifications & Experience

1. Assistant Director – Administration

External Candidates

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Management, Law or Human Resource Management recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka.
• At least one year of post-qualifying experience in a relevant field in a Corporation, Statutory Board, Institution or reputed private institution.

Internal Candidates

• Must possess the qualifications required for external candidates; or
• Have completed a minimum of five years of satisfactory service in a Junior Management Level position, Grade JM 1-2, in the relevant field at SLITA.

2. Assistant Engineer (Mechanical Workshop)

External Candidates

Applicants must satisfy one of the following qualification pathways:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Electronic or Electrical Engineering recognized by the UGC of Sri Lanka; or
• Associate membership of the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka, together with the specified National Certificate in Technology or equivalent qualification in the relevant engineering discipline; or
• An NVQ Level 7 qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic or Civil Engineering from a TVEC-accepted technical or vocational training institute, together with at least five years of post-qualifying experience in a relevant field; or
• An NVQ Level 6 qualification in the relevant engineering discipline from a TVEC-accepted institution, together with at least ten years of post-qualifying experience in a relevant field.

Internal Candidates

• Must possess the qualifications required for external candidates; or
• Have completed a minimum of five years of satisfactory service in a relevant technical position in the Management Assistant category at SLITA.

3. Management Assistant – Grade III

External Candidates

• Must have passed six subjects at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) examination in one sitting, with credit passes in four subjects, including Sinhala or Tamil, English and Mathematics.
• Must have passed three subjects at the G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) examination, excluding the Common General Paper.

Internal Candidates

• Employees in the Primary Level – Skilled or Primary Level – Unskilled categories who have passed the required G.C.E. O/L subjects, including the specified language and Mathematics requirements, may apply.
• Must have completed at least five years of service in a permanent post under the relevant employee category at SLITA.

4. Driver

Educational Qualifications

• Must have passed six subjects at the G.C.E. O/L examination, including at least two credit passes, in a maximum of two sittings.

Driving Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a driving licence issued by the Commissioner General of the Department of Motor Traffic.
• Must have at least three years of experience driving after obtaining the relevant driving licence.

Internal Candidates

• Must possess the prescribed educational and driving qualifications; or
• Have completed at least three years of satisfactory service in a relevant primary-level skilled position at SLITA.

5. Office Aide

The available vacancy notice includes information about primary-level unskilled employment, but the complete qualification requirements for the Office Aide position are not sufficiently legible in the supplied document. Applicants should refer to the official vacancy notice for the exact educational and other eligibility requirements before applying.

Key Responsibilities

Assistant Director – Administration

• Supporting administrative planning and management activities.
• Coordinating office administration and institutional procedures.
• Assisting with human resource and administrative functions.
• Preparing reports and official correspondence.
• Supporting the implementation of organizational policies.

Assistant Engineer (Mechanical Workshop)

• Supporting mechanical workshop operations.
• Assisting with engineering maintenance and technical activities.
• Supporting equipment inspections and troubleshooting.
• Preparing technical records and reports.
• Coordinating workshop activities in accordance with engineering standards and safety procedures.

Management Assistant – Grade III

• Providing administrative and clerical support.
• Maintaining office records and documents.
• Assisting with correspondence and routine office operations.
• Supporting relevant departments with administrative tasks.

Driver

• Driving assigned vehicles for official duties.
• Ensuring the safe transportation of authorized passengers and goods.
• Maintaining vehicle cleanliness and basic operating condition.
• Reporting maintenance requirements and vehicle defects.
• Following traffic laws and organizational transport procedures.

Office Aide

• Assisting with general office support activities.
• Supporting document movement and routine office tasks.
• Helping maintain cleanliness and orderliness in assigned areas.
• Performing other duties assigned by authorized officers.

Required Skills

Assistant Director – Administration

• Administrative and management skills.
• Communication and coordination abilities.
• Leadership and organizational skills.
• Report writing and decision-making.

Assistant Engineer (Mechanical Workshop)

• Engineering knowledge relevant to the selected qualification pathway.
• Technical problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of workshop operations and maintenance.
• Ability to follow engineering standards and safety procedures.

Management Assistant – Grade III

• Basic literacy and numeracy.
• Communication and organizational skills.
• Recordkeeping and documentation.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a team.

Driver

• Valid driving licence for the relevant vehicle class.
• Safe driving practices and knowledge of road regulations.
• Time management and route awareness.
• Responsible vehicle handling and basic maintenance awareness.

Office Aide

• Ability to follow instructions.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Basic communication skills.
• Willingness to assist with general office duties.

Salary & Benefits

Salary scales for the advertised positions are determined according to the applicable Management Services Department circulars and the relevant SLITA service conditions.

The vacancy notice contains separate salary information for each position. Applicants should refer to the official advertisement to confirm the exact salary scale, applicable allowances and other employment benefits for the relevant post.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should complete the relevant online application form available through the official SLITA website.

Applicants should:

• Select the appropriate position.
• Complete all required personal, educational and professional information.
• Provide accurate details of qualifications and work experience.
• Upload the required certificates and supporting documents.
• Submit the application according to the instructions provided in the official vacancy notice.

Application Method: Online application through the official SLITA website.

Applicants should verify the application closing date and ensure that their applications are submitted within the prescribed period.

Important Notes

• SLITA has advertised vacancies across management, engineering, administration, transport and support-service categories.
• Each position has separate educational, professional and experience requirements.
• Internal candidates may qualify under the alternative service requirements specified in the vacancy notice.
• Applicants must ensure that they satisfy the relevant age, educational, experience and other eligibility conditions.
• Driving applicants must possess the required driving licence and experience.
• The exact Office Aide eligibility criteria and complete salary details should be checked against the official vacancy announcement.
• Applications must be submitted using the prescribed online application process.
• Candidates should verify the closing date and other recruitment conditions before applying.

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