Technical Officer – Maga Engineering (Pvt) Ltd Jaffna
Job Overview
Maga Engineering (Pvt) Ltd is seeking a qualified and experienced Technical Officer for its construction projects in Jaffna, Sri Lanka. This opportunity is suitable for candidates with an NVQ Level 4 qualification in Civil Engineering or an equivalent field, along with five years of overall experience and at least two years of relevant experience in road construction projects.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to infrastructure development projects while building a career in a professional construction environment with attractive remuneration and career progression opportunities.
Position Details
Job Title: Technical Officer
Company Name: Maga Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
Job Location: Jaffna District, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Civil Engineering, Road Construction and Infrastructure Development
Job Categories: Engineering & Technical, Construction & Labour, Private Jobs
Experience Required: 5 years of overall experience, including 2 years of similar experience in road projects
Minimum Qualification: NVQ Level 4 in Civil Engineering or equivalent
Salary: Negotiable
Company Overview
Maga Engineering (Pvt) Ltd is an established Sri Lankan construction and engineering company involved in road construction, expressways, bridges, buildings, and infrastructure development projects.
The company offers opportunities for construction professionals to apply their technical knowledge, contribute to infrastructure projects, and develop their careers in a professional working environment.
Qualifications & Experience
- NVQ Level 4 qualification in Civil Engineering or an equivalent relevant qualification.
- Five years of overall work experience.
- At least two years of similar experience in road construction projects.
- Practical knowledge of civil engineering and construction site operations.
- Experience in construction supervision, technical coordination, and site documentation will be beneficial.
Key Responsibilities
The original vacancy advertisement does not specify detailed duties. Typical responsibilities for a Technical Officer working on road construction projects may include:
- Monitoring daily road construction activities and site operations.
- Assisting engineers with technical coordination and construction supervision.
- Checking construction work against approved drawings and project specifications.
- Supporting site measurements and monitoring construction progress.
- Coordinating with site engineers, supervisors, contractors, and construction teams.
- Monitoring the use of construction materials and ensuring work meets required quality standards.
- Maintaining site records, progress reports, and technical documentation.
- Identifying construction issues and reporting them to the responsible engineers.
- Supporting quality inspections and ensuring compliance with site safety procedures.
- Helping coordinate work schedules to meet project deadlines.
Required Skills
- Good knowledge of civil engineering and road construction practices.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings and technical specifications.
- Understanding of construction site procedures and quality requirements.
- Strong communication and coordination skills.
- Good problem-solving and organisational abilities.
- Ability to maintain accurate site records and reports.
- Teamwork skills and the ability to coordinate with different construction professionals.
- Attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
- Ability to work effectively in a road construction project environment.
Salary & Benefits
- Attractive remuneration based on qualifications and experience.
- Career progression opportunities in a professional construction environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to road construction and infrastructure development projects.
- Practical exposure to civil engineering and construction site operations.
Note: The exact salary, allowances, and additional employment benefits have not been specified in the vacancy advertisement.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the application button provided with this job post.
For application-related enquiries, candidates may contact:
Manager – Human Resources
Maga Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
200, Nawala Road, Narahenpita, Colombo 05, Sri Lanka
Applicants should ensure they meet the qualification and experience requirements before applying.
Important Notes
- The job location is Jaffna District, Sri Lanka.
- Applicants must hold an NVQ Level 4 qualification in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
- Five years of overall experience is required, including at least two years of similar experience in road construction projects.
- This is a construction-sector opportunity for technically qualified and experienced candidates.
- Salary and benefits are subject to the employer’s terms and conditions.
- The responsibilities listed above are indicative of a typical Technical Officer role and were not individually specified in the original vacancy advertisement.

