Executive Human Resources – Varun Beverages Lanka (Private) Limited Careers 2026

Executive – HR (Plant)

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Executive – HR (Plant) to join our Human Resources team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing plant-level HR operations, managing outsourced labor, driving employee training and development initiatives, and facilitating key administrative functions to ensure smooth plant operations and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Outsourced Labor Management: Track daily attendance, conduct pre-hiring interviews, and deliver comprehensive induction sessions for incoming outsourced personnel.
• Employee Health & Compliance: Organize and review the annual medical screening process, maintain precise records of disciplinary actions, and prepare documentation required for SLS audits.
• Training & Development: Plan, coordinate, and execute training programs tailored for plant personnel, ensuring all training records are systematically maintained.
• Administrative & Facility Operations: Lead the Uniform Committee to oversee the procurement and distribution of uniforms and safety footwear, while also organizing corporate and employee engagement events.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree Route: Bachelor’s degree (BSc) in Human Resource Management paired with at least 1 year of relevant experience; OR
• Diploma Route: Recognized Diploma in HRM accompanied by a minimum of 3 years of practical experience.
• Successful completion of GCE O/L and GCE A/L examinations.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional organizational skills with a strong eye for detail and precision.
• Proven capacity to multi-task and perform effectively within a high-speed industrial setting.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills for seamless stakeholder management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Excel.
• High level of integrity to handle sensitive employee data and maintain strict confidentiality.

About Us

Varun Beverages Lanka (Private) Limited is a key player in the beverage manufacturing sector, serving as a prominent franchisee for world-renowned brands. We pride ourselves on creating an environment that fosters professional growth, operational excellence, and continuous development across all levels of our workforce. Varun Beverages Lanka (Private) Limited website

Benefits of This Role

• Hands-on Plant HR Experience: Gain valuable exposure to large-scale manufacturing HR workflows and labor management.
• Career Advancement: Structured opportunities to develop your skills in compliance, audit preparation, and corporate event management.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced, goal-oriented setting.

Career Guide: How to Prepare Your CV for This Position

1. Emphasize Plant/Industrial HR: Highlight any past experience working in a factory, plant, or high-volume operational environment.
2. Quantify Achievements: Mention metrics such as the size of the workforce managed, number of training sessions conducted, or audit compliance scores achieved.
3. Highlight MS Excel & Compliance Skills: Explicitly list your proficiency in Excel and any exposure to audit processes (like SLS) or health & safety compliance.
4. Tailor Your Summary: Ensure your introductory profile clearly reflects your educational credentials (BSc or HR Diploma) and years of experience.

How to Prepare for the Interview

• Understand Labor & Induction Processes: Be prepared to discuss how you screen outsourced workers and conduct effective onboarding programs.
• Audit Readiness: Brush up on standard document retention methods, training log maintenance, and SLS audit preparation principles.
• Behavioral Questions: Prepare examples demonstrating your ability to resolve conflicts, manage multiple priorities, and maintain confidentiality under pressure.
• Showcase Technical Comfort: Be ready to demonstrate how you use MS Excel to track attendance, manage inventory (e.g., uniforms/safety gear), and analyze HR data.

How to Apply

Submit your updated CV along with the contact details of two non-related referees using any of the following methods:

• Email: Send your application to careers@varunlanka.com(Subject Line: “Application for the post of (Executive HR – Plant)”)
• WhatsApp: Forward your CV to 070 1353270
• By Post: Address your physical application to:Deputy General Manager – Human ResourcesVarun Beverages Lanka (Private) LimitedNo. 140, Low Level Road, Embulgama, Ranala.(Mark “Application for the post of (Executive HR – Plant)” on the top left corner of the envelope.) More Jobs

Note: Applications must be submitted within 10 days of the official notice publication.

Disclaimer

Varun Beverages Lanka (Private) Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only shortlisted candidates meeting the specified educational and professional criteria will be contacted for interviews. Submissions received after the deadline or lacking the required subject line format may not be evaluated.