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Ravindra Rajapaksha

Ravindra Rajapaksha

Head Of Human Resources & Administration
Colombo

Summary

An experienced and dynamic HR leader with a strong track record in workforce planning, organizational development, and managing large-scale HR operations. Skilled in performance management, employee engagement, and talent retention, with a history of successfully guiding organizations through transitions while aligning HR strategies with business objectives.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Human Resources Administration

Orit Apparels Lanka
01.2017 - Current

Leads HR operations across 9 factories, managing a 6,200-strong workforce and supporting USD 130M in annual revenue. Oversees strategic planning, compliance, and industrial relations while driving talent retention, performance systems, and alignment with global client standards for brands like Levi’s, PVH, Calvin Klein, and US Polo.

VP of Human Resources

Orit Apparels Lanka
01.2010 - 01.2017

Led HR and admin functions during a major ownership transition, supporting USD 78M in revenue across multiple sites. Realigned HR systems to new leadership goals, ensuring workforce stability, compliance, and uninterrupted operations.

Senior Human Resources Manager

Orit Apparels Lanka
01.2005 - 01.2010

Managed HR and administrative operations during a period of expansion and consolidation across multiple factories. Established structured HR systems, standardized recruitment and compliance processes, and enhanced cross-functional collaboration to support growing production needs while ensuring adherence to regulatory and buyer compliance standards.

HR Executive

Hela Clothing
01.2004 - 01.2005

Managed daily HR operations across factory units, including recruitment, onboarding, and compliance support. Strengthened communication between factory staff and HR leadership while contributing to efficiency in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Junior Human Resources Executive

Nelum Fashion (Pvt) Ltd
01.2001 - 01.2004

Started HR career supporting core administrative functions, including recruitment, onboarding, and attendance management. Gained hands-on experience in factory HR operations, laying a strong foundation for future leadership within the organization.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

Cardiff Metropolitan University UK
Colombo
04.2001 -

Skills

Operational HR Management Analytics, Compliance & Governance
Employee Engagement & Development Apparel Sector Expertise
Administrative & Cross-Functional Strengths

Strategic HR Leadership

HR Strategy & Workforce Planning

Timeline

Head of Human Resources Administration

Orit Apparels Lanka
01.2017 - Current

VP of Human Resources

Orit Apparels Lanka
01.2010 - 01.2017

Senior Human Resources Manager

Orit Apparels Lanka
01.2005 - 01.2010

HR Executive

Hela Clothing
01.2004 - 01.2005

MBA - Business Administration

Cardiff Metropolitan University UK
04.2001 -

Junior Human Resources Executive

Nelum Fashion (Pvt) Ltd
01.2001 - 01.2004
Ravindra RajapakshaHead Of Human Resources & Administration