XpressJobs Partners with Garment Industry Management Institute (GIMI) to Empower Sri Lanka’s Apparel Workforce

XpressJobs, Sri Lanka’s leading recruitment platform, has officially partnered with the Garment Industry Management Institute (GIMI) to expand job access and support career development in the apparel sector.

From Left to Right : Bodini Ransilu (Assistant Manager - Marketing , GIMI) , Gihan Talgodapitiya (CEO: GIMI), Joe Peter (Head of Sales: XpressJobs), Illakiya Rajendran  (Manager HR and Operations: XpressJobs) 

Founded in 1990 and recognized by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC), GIMI is the country's most established institution for training and consulting in the apparel industry. It has trained over 15,000 students and more than 20,000 industry professionals in key disciplines such as Production, Work Study/Industrial Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality Management, Merchandising, and Pattern Making.

As the apparel industry continues to face talent shortages—especially with many professionals seeking overseas employment—this partnership bridges the gap between GIMI’s work-ready graduates and Sri Lanka’s growing demand for skilled talent. A dedicated apparel job feed will now be integrated into GIMI’s website, giving both current students and alumni direct access to sector-specific job opportunities.

XpressJobs, with more than 10,000 employers and over 750,000 registered job seekers, is a trusted name in digital recruitment. The platform uses advanced filtering, The platform has been a trendsetter in the local job market, offering a range of advanced features that simplify and enhance the hiring process. These include CV-less applications, advanced filtering tools, online timed assessments, and integrated interview scheduling systems. 

While XpressJobs has been a key recruitment partner for industries such as IT, finance, healthcare, and logistics, its focus is now expanding rapidly into the apparel and fashion sectors. This partnership with GIMI marks a significant step in supporting that growth, connecting qualified, work-ready talent with employers in one of Sri Lanka’s most vital industries.

“This is more than just a partnership—it’s a solution,” said Dr. Oshadie Korale, COO from XpressJobs. “We’ve seen a high demand in apparel sector jobs across our platform, and GIMI has a pipeline of highly skilled, work-ready individuals. This integration ensures these opportunities reach the right candidates, directly and efficiently.”

The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed on June 20, 2025, marking a milestone in Sri Lanka’s efforts to strengthen one of its most vital export industries through smart, technology-driven workforce development.