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Tharanga Colombage

Tharanga Colombage

Lecture / Trainer / Consultant
Kadawatha,Sunethrarama Road

Summary

Results-driven Industrial Engineering professional with over 20 years of extensive experience in the apparel manufacturing industry, specializing in Industrial Engineering, QCO processes, productivity enhancement, and GSD systems. Previously served as Director - IE at GIZZA Company, Upper Egypt Development. Holds a Bachelor of Industrial Studies from the Open University of Sri Lanka with additional professional qualifications in Production & Operations Management (POM) and GSD methodology. Proven expertise in lean manufacturing, work study, line balancing, method improvement, operational excellence, capacity planning, and large-scale production management. Demonstrated strong leadership capabilities in driving operational efficiency, reducing manufacturing costs, improving productivity performance, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives across large-scale apparel manufacturing operations.

Work History

Director - IE

BIEP Consultancy
  • Results-driven Industrial Engineering professional with over 20 years of extensive experience in the apparel manufacturing industry, specializing in Industrial Engineering, QCO processes, productivity enhancement, and GSD systems.
  • Proven expertise in lean manufacturing, work study, line balancing, method improvement, operational excellence, capacity planning, and large-scale production management.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership capabilities in driving operational efficiency, reducing manufacturing costs, improving productivity performance, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives across large-scale apparel manufacturing operations.
  • Established in 2016, BIEP Consultancy is a leading multi-disciplinary firm based in Sri Lanka, providing specialized services in Industrial Engineering, Accounting & Financial Solutions, Information Technology, and Human Resource Management. We are recognized for delivering practical, result-oriented solutions that enhance organizational performance and operational excellence. BIEP is proud to be the sole authorized regional consultancy, training, and lecturing partner of Method Workshop USA LLC, maintaining a strong reputation for professional excellence.

GSD-certified Consultant and Trainer

Methods Workshop (USA)
  • GSD-certified Consultant and Trainer for Sri Lanka and Bangladesh with extensive experience in Industrial Engineering and productivity improvement.
  • Former Group IE Manager at leading apparel companies, with hands-on expertise in GSD implementation and IE systems through collaborations with CINEC Campus and industry teams.
  • Also serves as a National Productivity Award judge and National Youth Co-operative certified trainer.
  • International Consultant and Applications Support Engineer at Methods Workshop (USA), and Senior Lecturer in IE and PMTS across Sri Lanka and Asia.

Consultant

Thimark Technocreations (Pvt) Ltd
  • Implementation of IE process - Rainco pvt Ltd, Kadugannawa.
  • Operational Standardization & Performance Alignment.
  • Process Optimization & Capability Development.
  • Digitalization & Systems Automation.
  • Thimark is a trusted OEM supplier for several major motorbike brands in Sri Lanka, producing components for various applications.

Education

Bachelor of Industrial Studies - undefined

Open University of Sri Lanka

Advanced Diploma in Business Management - undefined

NIBM

Company

BIEP Consultancy, Established in 2016, BIEP Consultancy is a leading multi-disciplinary firm based in Sri Lanka, providing specialized services in Industrial Engineering, Accounting & Financial Solutions, Information Technology, and Human Resource Management., Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka, 2016-01-01, To be a leading consultancy firm recognized for delivering innovative, scalable, and high-impact business solutions that drive sustainable growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation., To support businesses through expert consultancy services across key functional areas-engineering, finance, technology, and human capital-ensuring long-term success, sustainability, and profitability.

Core Team

  • Wajira Rajapaksha, Industrial Engineering Professional, Over 20 years in the apparel manufacturing industry, Bachelor of Industrial Studies, Open University of Sri Lanka, Lean manufacturing, Work study, Line balancing, Method improvement, Operational excellence, Capacity planning, Large-scale production management
  • Mahesh Jayasundara, Technical and Supply Chain Professional, Advanced Diploma in Business Management, NIBM, Monitoring, Analysis, Forecasting, Strategic planning
  • Tharanga Colombage, GSD-certified Consultant and Trainer, Extensive experience in Industrial Engineering and productivity improvement, GSD implementation, IE systems, Training

Services

Expert Training & Consultation, Productivity improvements, Skill & Knowledge development, Profit protection & Financial Alignment, Customized Solutions, SQP (Standard Quality Methods), Safety & Compliance, Accounting & Bookkeeping, Audit Assurance & Taxation Services, Corporate finance advisory, Outsourced CFO / Controller services, ERP & Financial systems consulting, Production monitoring systems, Digital dashboards, ERP integration, Data analytics, Workflow automation

Training Awards

  • Bangladesh, 2023-01-01
  • Vietnam, 2022-01-01
  • Bangladesh, 2016-01-01
  • Sri Lanka, 2025-02-01
  • Sri Lanka, 2024-10-01
  • Sri Lanka, 2024-09-01
  • Sri Lanka, 2024-03-01
  • Sri Lanka, 2024-02-01
  • Sri Lanka, 2023-09-01
  • Sri Lanka, 2022-09-01
  • Sri Lanka, 2019-01-01
  • Sri Lanka, 2018-01-01
  • Sri Lanka, 2017-01-01
  • Sri Lanka, 2016-01-01

Projects

Thimark Technocreations (Pvt) Ltd, Ongoing Project, Kadugannawa, Central Province, Sri Lanka

Timeline

Director - IE

BIEP Consultancy

GSD-certified Consultant and Trainer

Methods Workshop (USA)

Consultant

Thimark Technocreations (Pvt) Ltd

Bachelor of Industrial Studies - undefined

Open University of Sri Lanka

Advanced Diploma in Business Management - undefined

NIBM

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