🏛️ Department of Government Factory Work Assistant Vacancies 2026 – 10 Posts
📢 Government Job Vacancies 2026 – Sri Lanka
The Department of Government Factory has announced open recruitment for 10 Work Assistant vacancies in the Primary Unskilled Service Category (PL 1). Applications are invited from qualified Sri Lankan citizens who meet the eligibility requirements specified in the Government Gazette dated 09 October 2026.
This is a permanent government job with pension benefits. Eligible applicants should carefully read the qualifications and application instructions before submitting their applications.
📌 Work Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Job Details
- 🏢 Department: Department of Government Factory
- 💼 Position: Work Assistant
- 🔢 Number of Vacancies: 10
- 📂 Service Category: Primary Unskilled Service Category (PL 1)
- 🎖️ Recruitment Grade: Grade III
- 💰 Salary Code: PL 1-2025
- 💵 Salary Scale: Rs. 40,000 – Rs. 61,880
- 📅 Application Closing Date: 06 November 2026
- 📍 Job Type: Permanent
- 🏦 Pension Benefits: Yes
- 🗣️ Application Languages: Sinhala, Tamil or English
- 📰 Gazette Date: 09 October 2026
💰 Salary Scale
The advertised salary scale for the Work Assistant position is as follows:
- Salary Code: PL 1-2025
- Salary Scale: Rs. 40,000 – 10 × Rs. 450 – 10 × Rs. 490 – 10 × Rs. 540 – 12 × Rs. 590 – Rs. 61,880
The Gazette states that salary payments will be made according to Schedule III of Public Administration Circular 10/2025 until 01 January 2027, and according to Schedule II from that date. Other allowances payable to government officers may also apply.
Grade-wise Initial Salary
| Grade | Step | Initial Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Grade III | Step 01 | Rs. 40,000 |
| Grade II | Step 12 | Rs. 44,990 |
| Grade I | Step 22 | Rs. 49,940 |
| Special Grade | Step 32 | Rs. 55,390 |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum educational requirements:
- Must have passed at least six subjects at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) examination.
- Must have obtained at least two credit passes.
- The required results must have been obtained within no more than two attempts.
The Gazette does not specify prior work experience or professional qualifications as mandatory entry requirements. However, additional qualifications and relevant experience may earn marks during the structured interview.
👤 Age Limit
Applicants must be:
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 45 years
The required age and other eligibility conditions must be satisfied by 06 November 2026, the closing date specified in the Gazette.
🇱🇰 Other Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be citizens of Sri Lanka.
- Possess good character.
- Be physically and mentally fit to perform the duties of the post.
- Be willing to serve in any part of Sri Lanka.
- Meet all the prescribed eligibility requirements by the closing date.
- Satisfy the applicable disciplinary requirements specified in the Gazette.
🛠️ Duties of a Work Assistant
The selected candidates may be required to perform duties assigned by the Director General of the Department of Government Factory, including:
- 🧹 Cleaning and maintaining the workplace.
- 📦 Assisting with the transportation of materials.
- 🔧 Providing manual assistance to technical staff.
- 🏭 Assisting with production and service-related activities.
- 📋 Performing other duties assigned by the Director General.
📝 Selection Procedure
Recruitment will be carried out according to merit based on the results of a structured interview. The number of appointments will depend on the available vacancies.
The interview carries a maximum of 100 marks, allocated as follows:
| Assessment Criteria | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Additional Educational Qualifications | 30 |
| Professional Qualifications and Training Courses | 25 |
| Relevant Work Experience | 30 |
| Extracurricular Activities | 10 |
| Skills Demonstrated at the Interview | 5 |
| Total | 100 |
Additional Educational Qualifications – 30 Marks
Marks may be awarded for additional educational qualifications, including G.C.E. Advanced Level passes other than the General Common Test, diplomas, equivalent or higher qualifications, and recognized certificate courses, according to the criteria in the Gazette.
Professional Qualifications and Training – 25 Marks
Marks are allocated according to the National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) level obtained:
- NVQ Level 2: 5 marks
- NVQ Level 3: 8 marks
- NVQ Level 4 or above: 12 marks
The Gazette also specifies marks for relevant recognized professional training.
Relevant Work Experience – 30 Marks
Applicants may receive 5 marks for each year of relevant work experience, up to a maximum of 30 marks. The experience considered includes work in mechanical engineering-related fields such as welding, soldering, machining, foundry work and carpentry in government or private institutions.
Relevant experience must be supported by acceptable certificates.
Extracurricular Activities – 10 Marks
Marks may be awarded for provincial-level and All-Island sports achievements and for holding school student leadership positions, according to the Gazette’s criteria.
Interview Performance – 5 Marks
Up to 5 marks may be awarded for the skills demonstrated during the structured interview.
Important: Additional qualifications and work experience can affect the final merit ranking. Applicants should submit the relevant supporting certificates.
📮 How to Apply
Applicants must complete the specimen application form provided with the Gazette notification.
Follow these steps:
- 📄 Download and read the official Gazette notification and specimen application form.
- ✍️ Complete the application form accurately in the prescribed format.
- 📑 Attach copies of certificates supporting your educational, professional and relevant work experience qualifications.
- 🖊️ Arrange for your signature to be certified by an authorized person listed in the Gazette.
- 📬 Send the completed application by registered post so that it reaches the specified address on or before 06 November 2026.
📍 Application Address
Director General
Department of Government Factory
Kolonnawa Road
Kolonnawa
Sri Lanka
Write the following wording clearly on the top left-hand corner of the envelope:
“Open Recruitment to Grade III of the Primary Unskilled Service Category – 2026”
Applications that are incomplete or do not comply with the prescribed specimen form may be rejected without notice.
📅 Application Deadline
⏰ Closing Date: 06 November 2026
Applications must reach the Director General on or before the closing date. Sending an application by the deadline does not necessarily mean it will arrive on time, so applicants should post their applications early.
📥 Official Gazette and Application Form
The official Gazette notification dated 09 October 2026 contains the complete recruitment conditions, structured interview marking scheme and specimen application form.
Applicants should consult the original Gazette before applying and verify that all required documents are attached.
📌 Important Notice: This vacancy announcement is prepared from the supplied Government Gazette. Applicants should rely on the official Gazette for the complete terms and conditions of recruitment.
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Source – Gazette (2026.10.09)
