Technical Officer (Civil) – Sri Lanka Telecom

Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) Group is hiring Technical Officer (Civil) professionals to support and maintain its advanced ICT infrastructure across Sri Lanka. This role is ideal for candidates with a civil engineering background who are passionate about contributing to large-scale digital transformation projects in a leading telecommunications company.

💼 Job Title

Technical Officer (Civil)

🏢 Company

Sri Lanka Telecom PLC (SLT-MOBITEL Group)

📍 Job Location

Sri Lanka (Island-wide deployment based on requirement)

⏰ Job Type

Full-Time | Permanent

📖 Job Description

Sri Lanka Telecom PLC, one of the leading blue-chip companies in Sri Lanka, is seeking high-caliber, results-oriented candidates for the position of Technical Officer (Civil).

As part of the SLT Group’s digital transformation journey, selected candidates will:

• Support the operation and maintenance of ICT infrastructure
• Assist in civil engineering–related telecom projects
• Ensure infrastructure reliability and compliance with standards
• Contribute to the development and expansion of telecom facilities
• Work closely with technical teams to deliver efficient project outcomes

This is a great opportunity to build a long-term career in a stable, government-linked organization with modern infrastructure exposure.

🎓 Required Qualifications

✔️ Basic Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

Option A:

• G.C.E. (O/L) with 6 passes in one sitting (including Sinhala/Tamil, English & Mathematics)
• G.C.E. (A/L) with 3 passes in one sitting

AND

Option B:

• Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering (NVQ Level 6 / SLQF Level 4 or above)
• From a recognized university or institute (UGC / Government approved)

OR

Option C:

• Registered as an Engineering Diplomate (Civil) with the Engineering Council of Sri Lanka

🎯 Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles
• Ability to work on infrastructure and technical projects
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills
• Team collaboration and communication skills
• Ability to work under deadlines and field conditions

💰 Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary package aligned with industry standards
• Additional fringe benefits
• Long-term career growth opportunities
• Exposure to large-scale national ICT projects

📌 Other Conditions

• Maximum age limit: 35 years (as at closing date)
• Permanent employment basis
• Equal opportunity employer
• Any form of canvassing will result in disqualification

📩 Method of Application

👉 Apply online via the official SLT careers portal:
https://careers.slt.lk/

📌 Submit your application with:

• Updated CV
• Scanned copies of certificates (Educational & Birth)

⚠️ Important Notes:

• Applications without supporting documents will be rejected
• Postal applications will not be accepted
• Apply within 10 days of this advertisement