Job Description
CENTRAL ENGINEERING SERVICES (PVT) LTD (CESL)
A state-owned enterprise under Ministry of Irrigation
VACANCIES
Central Engineering Services (Pvt) Ltd. is a state-owned enterprise under the Ministry of Irrigation, the premier engineering organization at the forefront of infrastructure development in the country invites applications from citizens of Sri Lanka for the under mentioned appointments on Contract Basis to fill the vacancies at CESL.
Engineer (MM 1-1)
- Civil
- Mechanical
- Electrical
- Structural
- BIM Engineer
- 5D BIM Estimator
Qualification & Experience: A BSc Degree in Engineering or in the relevant field (Civil/ Mechanical/ Electrical/ Material/ Structural) recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC), Sri Lanka & Associate Member of Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka (IESL).
No. of Requirements: 25
Quantity Surveyor (MM 1-1)
Any One of the Following (1 or 2 below):
- A BSc Degree in Quantity Surveying recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka and recognized by the Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka (IQSSL) admission to the Class of Associate Member.
- AND A minimum of one year post qualifying experience in the relevant field to the Post, after obtaining the first degree.
- Having passed the Intermediate Examinations of Institute of Quantity Surveying Sri Lanka (IQSSL), a minimum of one (01) year post qualifying experience in the relevant field to the post.
No. of Requirements: 02
Accountant (MM 1-1)
Any One of the Following (1 or 2 below):
- A BSc Degree in Accounting / Finance / Management / Administration / B.Com recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka.
- AND A minimum of one year post qualifying experience in the relevant field.
- Having passed the Intermediate Examination of Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (ICASL) or any other recognized professional qualification (e.g., ACCA).
AND
- Having passed a post qualifying examination in the relevant field.
No. of Requirements: 02
Legal Officer (MM 1-1)
- Bachelor of Law recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka.
- Attorney at Law & a minimum of one year post qualifying experience in the relevant field.
No. of Requirements: 01
Engineering Assistant (MA 2-3)
Any one of the following qualifications from A to D:
- A. National Diploma in Technology (NDT) in the relevant field awarded by any institute accepted by the Sri Lanka Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC).
- B. National Diploma in Engineering Science (NDES) awarded by any institute accepted by the Sri Lanka Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC).
- C. Diploma in Technology (Dipl. Tech) in the relevant field awarded by any institute accepted by the Sri Lanka Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC).
- D. Having obtained a certificate of proficiency not less than National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) Level 6 in the relevant field awarded by a Technical / Vocational Training Institute accepted by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC).
No. of Requirements: 10
Quantity Surveyor Assistant (MA 2-3)
Any one of the following qualifications from A to C:
- A. Pass level 1, 2, and 3 examinations conducted by the Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka (IQSSL).
- B. Having passed the Level 1 & 2 examinations conducted by the Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka (IQSSL).
- C. Having obtained a certificate of proficiency not less than NVQ Level 6 in the relevant field awarded by the Technical / Vocational Training Institute accepted by TVEC.
No. of Requirements: 01
Technical Assistant (MA 2-1)
Having obtained a certificate of proficiency not less than NVQ Level 5 in Engineering (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Quantity Surveying) awarded by a Technical / Vocational Training Institute accepted by the TVEC.
No. of Requirements: 05
Secretarial Assistant (MA 1-1)
Having passed the G.C.E. (O/L) examination in six subjects in one sitting with credit passes for four (04) subjects including Sinhala/Tamil and Mathematics and credit pass for English in not more than two sittings.
- Having passed three (03) subjects (other than the General Paper) at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination in not more than two sittings.
- Achieved Computer literacy in following areas: Use of Internet & E-mail; Basic knowledge of Information Technology; Basic knowledge of MS Office package.
No. of Requirements: 05
Stores Assistant (PL-1)
Having sat for the G.C.E. (O/L) examination
No. of Requirements: 02
Age, Salary & Other Benefits
Selected applicant will be placed on a suitable salary point depending on qualifications and experience as per the Management Services Circular 01/2025. Contribution of 12% and 3% of salary to the Employees Provident Fund and Employees Trust Fund respectively by the CESL.
How to apply
The covering letter with updated CV and copies of certificates should be sent under Registered Post addressed to the A/H & Admin Officer, Central Engineering Services (Pvt) Ltd, No. 11, Jawatta Road, Colombo 05 (applied Post should be written at the top left hand corner of the envelope) on or before 19th June, 2026.
Only complete applications will be accepted for review.
Special Note
All island and Overseas Vacancies Available
Chief Executive Officer
CENTRAL ENGINEERING SERVICES (PVT) LTD
No. 11, Jawatta Road, Colombo 05, Sri Lanka
Tel: +94 11 222 278
Email: info@cesl.lk
Web: www.cesl.lk