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Trainee Fire Officer

Colombo Dockyard PLC

Salary
Not disclosed
Job type
Full-time
Work type
On-site
Experience
Entry-level

Colombo 15·Posted Sep 18, 2026

Fire Officer / Trainee Fire Officer

Company: Colombo Dockyard PLC

Role Summary: Colombo Dockyard PLC, Sri Lanka's premier shipbuilding and ship repair Company, invites applications from suitably qualified and dynamic individuals to join the Risk Assessment & Control Department as a Fire Officer or Trainee Fire Officer.

Position Requirements

Fire Officer

  • Bachelor's Degree in Physical Science from a recognized university.
  • A recognized professional qualification or certificate in Fire Safety, Fire Engineering, Fire Science, or an equivalent discipline from a recognized institution will be a distinct advantage.
  • Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience as a Fire Officer or in a similar fire safety role.

Trainee Fire Officer

  • Bachelor's Degree in Physical Science from a recognized university.
  • Applicants who are willing to pursue recognized professional qualifications in Fire Safety or Fire Engineering while undergoing training are encouraged to apply.

Employment Terms

  • Applicants possessing the required professional fire qualifications and relevant experience will be considered for appointment as Fire Officer initially on a one-year contract basis.
  • Applicants who possess the required academic qualification but do not have the necessary professional fire qualification or relevant experience may be appointed as Trainee Fire Officer for a one-year training period.

Remuneration

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the selected Fire Officer. A Trainee Fire Officer will receive a competitive training allowance, together with opportunities for professional development and career progression.

How to Apply

Email your detailed resume with contact details of two non-related referees to hrd@cdl.lk by 24th September 2026. Please mention "Fire Officer / Trainee Fire Officer" in the subject line.

Alternatively, applications may be sent by post to: The General Manager - Human Resource Development & Administration, Colombo Dockyard PLC, P.O. Box 906, Port of Colombo, Colombo 15.