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Join the Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT) and make a difference in the lives of plantation communities! We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to be part of our mission in improving the health, education, and overall well-being of plantation workers and their families. If you are motivated to contribute to meaningful social development, explore our current vacancies and apply today.

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Currently Available Job Roles

Director Engineering

The position involves overall responsibility for planning, implementation, co-ordination and monitoring housing and infrastructure projects. Candidate profile Reporting to the Director General, the Director Engineering will be responsible for the management and implementation of all housing and infrastructure projects. She/he is overall responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all the activities and will be accountable control, managing staff and other resources of projects. Job profile and required skills A Chartered Civil Engineer with a minimum of 8 Years of post-qualifying work experience in the construction field and possessing the following skills.  Excellent communication skills  Project Management, Planning, Designing, Implementation and Monitoring  Site layout planning & Mapping  Infrastructure utility application  Coordination and interaction with external organizations viz Ministries, Departments and other related agencies.  Performance Management & Meeting the Project Targets  Project design and formulations  Procurement of works  Training & Guiding Technical Team  Experience in Management of social housing units and informal settlement upgrade and relocation will be an added advantage In addition to the above, the job involves extensive travelling throughout the island frequently. Age: Preferably below 55 years.

Closing Date : 27/12/2025

On Site

Full Time

Civil Engineer – Head Office

Candidate Profile : Reporting to the Chairman and Director General, the Civil Engineer will be responsible for the management and implementation of all housing, infrastructure and Special projects. He/she will be overall responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all the activities and will be accountable control, managing staff and other resources of projects. Qualification & Experience : A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualifications with a minimum of 5 years of post-qualifying work experience in the construction field and possessing the following skills,  Excellent communication skills  Sound Knowledge of Civil Engineering, Project Management Principles, Planning, Designing, Implementation and Monitoring to ensure quality control  Ensure on time and on-budget delivery  Site layout planning & Mapping  Understand and Contribute to the Project development plan and Manage to obtain expected results  Infrastructure utility applications  Coordination and interaction with external organisations with Ministries, Departments, Other related agencies and Main Office Staff with Regional Staffs.  Engineering design and formulations  Work under minimum supervision and Ability to timely deliver project objectives.  Experience in the Plantation sector will be an added advantage In addition to the above the job involves extensive travelling throughout the island frequently. Age: Preferably below 45 years.

Closing Date : 16/01/2026

On Site

Full Time

Engineering Assistant (EA)

Job Profile Location: Galle / Badulla Qualifications & Experience: NDT, NDES or HNDE in civil Engineering with more than 02 years’ experience or NCT (Civil) / NCIT (Civil) with more than 07 years’ experience in medium scale housing, rural water supply, community infrastructure and related development projects. Experience is required in community mobilization, community-based project development & implementation, tender procedure and contract administration. Age: preferably below 45 years.

Closing Date : 16/01/2026

On Site

Full Time

Regional Information Communication Technology (ICT) Officer - Ratnapura Region

Qualifications & Experience: G.C.E. A/L, Diploma in IT, Computer application, Knowledge of Computer and Network troubleshooting, MS office package, capability of preparing Reports, handling database & correspondence, record keeping etc. Minimum 2 years’ experience in the similar capacity. Age : preferably below 30 years.

Closing Date : 16/01/2026

On site

Full Time

Community Development Officer -Kandy

Job Profile The job involves mobilizing the beneficiary to actively participate in the various social development programmes set up on the plantations for the benefit of plantation workers community. Qualifications A degree / Diploma in Sociology, Social Science or equivalent qualifications supported by not less than 05 years’ experience in mobilizing, community development & active participation in social development programmes. Ability to converse in Sinhala & Tamil and experience in social development activities / social mobilization in the estate sector and exposure in community-based organization would be an advantageous. Should reside in the region and visit the Estate Ability to ride a Moto Cycle is an advantage Age: preferably below 50 years

Closing Date : 16/01/2026

On site

Full Time

Secretary – Badulla

Qualifications G.C.E. (A/L) with 3 Credits in one sitting including a Credit pass for English Language. A qualification in Secretarial practice from a reputed organization. Excellent command of English, and typing speed 40 wpm. Should be competent with MS Office packages. A knowledge of Sinhala & Tamil typing and shorthand speed 80 wpm would be considered as added qualifications. Experience Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a secretary to a Senior Executive. Experience in all aspects of secretarial functions, ability to handle correspondence in English independently, ability to maintain good external and internal public relations and good communication skills are pre-requisites. Priority will be given candidate with experience in NGO/ INGO’s. Age: below 40 Years

Closing Date : 16/01/2026

On Site

Full Time

Secretary – Hatton

Qualifications G.C.E. (A/L) with 3 Credits in one sitting including a Credit pass for English Language. A qualification in Secretarial practice from a reputed organization. Excellent command of English, and typing speed 40 wpm. Should be competent with MS Office packages. A knowledge of Sinhala & Tamil typing and shorthand speed 80 wpm would be considered as added qualifications. Experience Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a secretary to a Senior Executive. Experience in all aspects of secretarial functions, ability to handle correspondence in English independently, ability to maintain good external and internal public relations and good communication skills are pre-requisites. Priority will be given candidate with experience in NGO/ INGO’s. Age: below 40 Years

Closing Date : 16/01/2026

On Site

Full Time

Assistant Engineer

Required Qualifications & Experience: • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, National Diploma in Technology, Higher National Diploma and National Certificate in Technology. • Minimum Experiences, Degree Holders: Minimum 04 years of experience with at least 02 years in plantation sector or Diploma Holders: Minimum 04 Year of experience in Plantation Sector NCT Holders: Minimum 8 years of experience with plantation or agro-industrial sector projects. • 15 years’ Experience in Project Management. • Strong knowledge of civil works including building construction, water systems, retaining walls, and roads. • Proven experience in contract administration, billing verification, and regulatory coordination. • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Familiarity with project management software and MS Office tools. • Motor Cycle Driving Licence • Experience in the Plantation sector will be an added advantage Skills: • PMP certification or equivalent is an advantage. • Experience in working with public authorities and environmental regulations. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Age: Below 55 years

Closing Date : 16/01/2026

On Site

Full Time

Personal Assistant to Director General

Qualifications • Degree or G.C.E. (A/L) with 3 Credits in one sitting including a Credit pass for English Language. • Qualification in Secretarial practice from a reputed organization. Excellent command of English, and typing speed 40 wpm. • Should be competent with MS Office packages. • Knowledge of Sinhala & Tamil typing would be considered as added qualifications. Experience Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Secretary to a Senior Executive along with experience in all aspects of secretarial functions, Ability to handle correspondence in English independently, ability to maintain good external and internal public relations and good communication skills are pre-requisites. Priority will be given for candidates with experience at corporate level Age: Below 40 Years

Closing Date : 29/12/2025

On Site

Full Time

Driver

Closing Date : 13/02/2026

On Site

Full Time