Plumber – Department of Labour
Job Overview
The Department of Labour, Sri Lanka, invites applications from eligible Sri Lankan citizens for the post of Plumber in the Primary Semi-Skilled Service Category – 2026. This government job opportunity is open to candidates with the required G.C.E. Ordinary Level qualifications, NVQ Level 2 or 3 plumbing qualifications, and relevant work experience.
The appointment is permanent and pensionable, subject to the applicable government recruitment conditions.
Position Details
Job Title: Plumber
Organization: Department of Labour, Sri Lanka
Job Category: Government Jobs
Service Category: Primary Semi-Skilled Service Category
Number of Vacancies: 01
Employment Type: Permanent and Pensionable
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka, with duties at the Department of Labour Head Office and District Offices.
Salary Scale: PL-2-2025
Monthly Salary Scale: LKR 41,800 – LKR 65,560
Application Deadline: 16 November 2026
Recruitment Method: Professional Test and Structured Interview
Organization Overview
The Department of Labour is a government department in Sri Lanka responsible for administering labour-related laws, protecting workers’ rights and supporting the effective functioning of the country’s employment sector. The department operates through its Head Office and District Offices across Sri Lanka.
Qualifications & Experience
Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements by the application closing date.
Educational Qualifications
- Must have passed the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination in not more than two sittings.
- Must have passed six subjects, including at least two credit passes.
Professional Qualifications
- Must have completed a plumbing course leading to a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 2 or Level 3.
Work Experience
- Must possess at least one year of experience in the relevant plumbing field.
- Relevant work experience must be supported by certificates.
Age Requirements
- Minimum age: 18 years.
- Maximum age: 45 years as of the application closing date.
- The maximum age limit does not apply to applicants holding a permanent position in the Government Service.
Other Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a citizen of Sri Lanka.
- Must possess excellent moral character.
- Must be physically and mentally fit to perform the duties of the position and serve in any part of Sri Lanka.
- Must have completed all required qualifications by the application closing date.
Key Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be responsible for carrying out plumbing-related maintenance and repair duties at the Department of Labour Head Office and District Offices.
Key responsibilities include:
- Maintaining plumbing systems.
- Maintaining sewage disposal systems.
- Carrying out new plumbing connection works.
- Repairing sanitary equipment and other related equipment.
- Performing other duties assigned by the Head of the Department in relation to the position.
Required Skills
- Practical plumbing and maintenance skills.
- Knowledge of plumbing systems and sewage disposal systems.
- Ability to prepare T-joints and L-joints.
- Ability to prepare valve joints.
- Skills in installing faucets.
- Ability to identify the materials and items required for plumbing work.
- Problem-solving and repair skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and maintain professional standards.
- Physical fitness to perform plumbing and maintenance duties.
Salary & Benefits
Salary Scale: PL-2-2025
Monthly Salary: LKR 41,800 – LKR 65,560
The salary scale is specified under Public Administration Circular No. 10/2025.
Employment Benefits and Conditions
- Permanent and pensionable appointment.
- Contributions to the Widows’/Widowers’ and Orphans’ Pension Scheme as prescribed by the government.
- Three-year probation period.
- Opportunities to progress subject to applicable government service rules and requirements.
- The first Efficiency Bar Examination must be passed within three years from the date of recruitment to Grade III.
- Appointment conditions are governed by the applicable public service regulations, Establishments Code and approved recruitment scheme.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must prepare their applications using the specimen application format provided in the recruitment notice.
Application Preparation Requirements
- Prepare the application on both sides of A4-size paper, following the prescribed specimen format.
- Complete the application clearly in the applicant’s own handwriting.
- Fill in the application in the selected examination language: Sinhala, Tamil or English, as applicable.
- Write the name of the examination in English as well as in the relevant language where required.
- Attach the required educational, professional and experience certificates.
- Pay the examination fee of LKR 250.
- Deposit the examination fee into Account No. 086100169026274 at the People’s Bank, Thimbirigasyaya Branch.
- Firmly attach the payment receipt to the application and retain a photocopy of the receipt.
- Have the applicant’s signature certified by an authorized person specified in the recruitment notice.
Application Submission Address
Commissioner of Labour (Establishment)
Department of Labour
8th Floor, “Mehewara Piyesa” Building
Colombo 05
Sri Lanka
Applications must be sent by registered post to reach the above address on or before 16 November 2026.
The following wording must be written on the top-left corner of the envelope:
“Calling Applications for the post of Plumber in the Primary Semi-Skilled Service Category – 2026”
Important Notes
- The application closing date is 16 November 2026.
- Only one vacancy is available for the Plumber position.
- The examination fee is LKR 250 and is non-refundable unless the examination is cancelled.
- Applicants who meet the basic qualifications will be called for the professional test.
- Candidates who pass the professional test will be considered for a structured interview.
- Selection will be based on the marks obtained in the professional test and structured interview, together with the number of vacancies.
- The professional test carries a maximum of 100 marks, with a pass mark of 40%.
- The structured interview carries a maximum of 100 marks and assesses additional educational qualifications, additional professional qualifications, additional experience and interview performance.
- Incomplete applications, applications that do not follow the prescribed format, and applications without the required examination fee may be rejected.
- Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
- Candidates must provide accurate information. Providing false information may result in disqualification or dismissal from public service.
- Applicants must produce a valid National Identity Card, passport or Sri Lankan driving licence to establish their identity at the professional test or interview.
- Candidates should carefully review the official recruitment notice before submitting their applications.
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