Transport Engineer /Modeler/R&D
About the role
The Centre for Transport Research and Development (CTRD) at the National Transport Commission (NTC) is recruiting for multiple positions including Transport Engineer, Transport Modeler, Assistant Director (Research and Development), and Research and Development Officer. The roles involve advancing Sri Lanka's transport sector through scientific research, engineering solutions, transport modelling, digital technologies, and data-driven decision-making. Candidates must possess relevant degrees and post-qualifying experience in their respective fields. Internal candidates must meet additional service requirements. The positions offer government-approved salary scales, cost-of-living allowances, and other benefits. Applications must be sent by post before the deadline.
Must have
- A Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Civil/Electrical) which is recognized by the University Grants Commission. And A minimum of one (01) year post qualifying experience in the relevant field to the Post, after obtaining the first degree.
- A Degree in Transport Management & Logistics Engineering/Transport & Logistics Management/ Civil Engineering or any other degree relevant to the subject area of the post, which is recognized by the University Grants Commission. And A minimum of one (01) year post qualifying experience in the relevant field to the Post, after obtaining the first degree.
- A Degree in Transport Management & Logistics Engineering/Transport & Logistics Management/ Town & Country Planning /Data Science /Statistics /Environment /Development Studies / Urban Informatics & Planning or any other Degree relevant to the subject area of the post, which is recognized by the University Grants Commission. And A minimum of one (01) year post qualifying experience in the relevant field to the Post, after obtaining the first degree.
- A Degree in Transport Management & Logistic Engineering /Transport & Logistics Management /Data Science / Statistics/ Urban Informatics & Planning/ Town & Country Planning / Development Studies or any other Degree relevant to the subject area of the post, which is recognized by the University Grants Commission.
- Applicant should be a citizen of Sri Lanka.
- Should be physically and mentally fit to discharge the duties of the post well and to serve in any part of the Island and should be excellent moral character.
- Age limit should be not less than 22 years and not more than 45 years. (Maximum age limit will not be applicable to the internal candidates)
- Candidates from Government Departments or Statutory bodies should forward their applications through their respective heads of Department / Institutions.
- Recruitments will be made upon the performance of the applicants at the examination and/or a interview held.
- Commission will contribute 15% of the salary to EPF (Employees Provident Fund), and employee should be 10% to EPF and Commission will Contribute 3% to ETF (Employees Trust Fund), of the Salary & Contributory medical Aid Scheme.
- Applications prepared by the applicants having above mentioned qualifications, should be sent with copies of their educational, Professional and experience certificates, together with names and addresses of two non-related referees.
- Internal Candidates can also apply for the above mentioned post according to the approval of the SOR & SOP by Department of Management Services.
- The application sent must clearly note the post applied for on the top left-hand corner of the envelope, and sent by Register post to the Chairman, National Transport Commission, No. 241, Park Road, Colombo 05, to reach on or before 12.11.2026.
- All the applications that do not comply with the above requirements will be rejected.
Technologies
- Data Science
- Statistics
Highlights
Application deadline is 12th November 2026. Applicants must be citizens of Sri Lanka, physically and mentally fit, and willing to serve anywhere in the country. Age limit is 22-45 years (not applicable to internal candidates). Commission contributes to EPF, ETF, and medical aid. Applications must be sent by post to the Chairman, National Transport Commission, 241, Park Road, Colombo 05.