Store Keeper - Department Of Irrigation Job Vacancies

COMPANY Name

Department Of Irrigation

SOURCE

Gazette (2024-11-01)

Closing Date

30 November 2024

The government agency in charge of developing and managing water resources for industrial, residential, and agricultural use is the Department of Irrigation. Planning, building, and maintaining irrigation infrastructure—such as canals, dams, and drainage systems—is one of its main goals in order to guarantee flood control and a sustainable water supply. By offering effective irrigation systems that maximize water use, the department also works to support rural development, encourage water conservation, and increase agricultural productivity. The Department of Irrigation contributes significantly to environmental preservation, economic expansion, and food security through these programs.

✥ Open Competitive Examination for the Recruitment to the post of Store keeper in Grade III in the Irrigation Department–2024 applications are hereby called from qualified citizens of Sri Lanka to fill the vacancies of Store Keeper in Grade iii in the irrigation department.

Store keeper in Grade III

Educational qualifications :

Shall have passed the G.c.E (o/L) Examination in six subjects within one sitting, with credit passes for Sinhala/ tamil/ English language, Mathematics and two other subjects. And

Shall have passed at least one subject at the G.C.E (a/L) Examination (except for the common General test)

Physical fitness :

Shall be physically and mentally fit to serve and to perform duties of the post in any part of Sri Lanka.

Other :

Shall be a citizen of Sri Lanka.

Shall be of excellent moral character.

it will be accepted as all the requisite qualifications for this post have been completed.

only if the applicant has completed the relevant qualifications and the prescribed age limit in every aspect as at the closing date of applications.

In addition to the qualifications in above 9(i)(a)(b), the successful completion of the three (03) months training on Store Keeping conducted by the irrigation training institute- Galgamuwa during the probation period is a qualification required to be confirmed in the post.

✥ In a warehouse or retail setting, a store keeper is in charge of inventory management and making sure that goods are organized, tracked, and stored effectively. Receiving, examining, and documenting incoming stock, keeping track of inventory levels, arranging products for convenient access, and performing routine stock audits to avoid inconsistencies are important responsibilities. In order to maintain inventory accuracy and expedite order fulfillment, store keepers also collaborate with suppliers and other departments. Success in this position requires a strong sense of organization, meticulousness, and a foundational understanding of inventory management systems.

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