Shashel Lanka Manpower, a licensed foreign employment agency operating under Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) License No. 3283, was honoured with the prestigious “Platinum Excellence in Ethical Overseas Recruitment & Workforce Solutions” award at the Platinum Excellence Awards 2026, held recently at Cinnamon Life – City of Dreams, Colombo.
The recognition highlights the company’s growing reputation as a trusted and ethical manpower recruitment agency, committed to connecting skilled Sri Lankan workers with international employment opportunities while maintaining high standards of professionalism, transparency, and regulatory compliance.
The awards ceremony, held on 5 April 2026, recognised organisations that have demonstrated outstanding performance, leadership, and contribution within their respective industries. Shashel Lanka Manpower was acknowledged for its contribution to ethical overseas recruitment practices and reliable workforce solutions across global markets.
Based in Negombo, the company has steadily expanded its operations by deploying skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled workers to several overseas destinations, particularly in Europe. Its recruitment services span multiple sectors, including construction and engineering, hospitality and catering, healthcare and elder care, security services, manufacturing and general labour, domestic and cleaning services, agriculture, garments and textiles, automobile services, and air conditioning services.
Commenting on the achievement, the management of Shashel Lanka Manpower said the award reflects the company’s continued commitment to responsible recruitment and long-term workforce development. Licensee Shehani Sevwandi Hettiarachchi noted that the organisation remains focused on creating trustworthy overseas employment opportunities for Sri Lankan workers while strengthening international partnerships built on integrity and mutual growth.
“At Shashel Lanka Manpower, we believe that the strength of every successful organisation lies in the quality of its people. This recognition encourages us to continue delivering reliable and ethical recruitment solutions that benefit both employers and employees,” she said.
Chief Executive Officer and International Relations Officer Anitha Nonis added that the company’s recruitment process is designed to ensure quality candidate sourcing, thorough screening, documentation support, orientation, and post-deployment coordination. She further stated that the company aims to expand its international network while maintaining the highest standards of service excellence, professionalism, and ethical recruitment practices in the overseas employment sector.