Dr. Sanath Divakara
Education Background
• Bachelor of Engineering Degree (Mechanical Engineering) - Institute of Engineers Sri Lanka affiliated to University of Moratuwa
• Master of Engineering Degree (Energy & Technology) from the University of Moratuwa
• Master of Business Administration Degree (Business and Finance) from the University of Manipal India
• Doctor of Business Administration Degree (Entrepreneurship & Small Business) from the University of Kelaniya.
• Diploma in Automobile Technology - University of Moratuwa
Publications
Published around 18 journal articles so far related to the field of Energy conservation, Collective Bargain Agreement, Business rejuvenation, Intrapreneurship, Corporate Entrepreneurship and SME revitalization in local and international (Scopus & peer reviewed) journals and conferences.
Professional Background
Started the career as a Mechanical Engineer from the Ceramic Industry (Lanka Walltile PLC) and served the company 18 years under many designations such of Factory Engineer, Engineering Manager. The period spent in the Ceramic Industry was exceptional and able to conduct many scientific researches on thermal energy conservation and ceramic technology. Attended to initiate and implement high revenue generation projects using local raw materials and renewable energy.
Joined with Macson Mesh Industries in the year 2013 as the General Manager Manufacturing and currently working as Director – Manufacturing since 2021. Elevated the organization from small scale to large scale through the implementation of many successful project in the development of capacity utilization, HR, Quality, marketing, supply chain and engineering functions.
Joined with Macson Mesh Industries in the year 2013 as the General Manager Manufacturing and currently working as Director – Manufacturing since 2021. Elevated the organization from small scale to large scale through the implementation of many successful project in the development of capacity utilization, HR, Quality, marketing, supply chain and engineering functions.
Expertized on
Ceramic technology and Energy conservation (Electrical and Thermal)
Maintenance management & Automation
ISO 9001 and 14001 System implementation
Productivity and efficiency improvement
Quality circle implementation
Entrepreneurship and small business development
Energy conservation and recovery technology
Inventory management development in supply chain
Health and safety, Ergonomic development
Professional Affiliations
Council Member at CIPM Sri Lanka. President, Sports OBA Joseph Vaz College Wennappuwa. Lions Club Peliyagoda.
Visiting Lecture
Lecturer of the Masters programs in many Universities including University of Kelaniya.
Curriculum reviewer in many institutes for diploma, higher diploma and undergraduate programs.
Research supervisor and examiner of Masters Degrees programs in universities
Memberships
Executive committee member of Institute of Supply and Material Management •Associate member of Institute of Engineers
Member of Sustainable Energy Authority
Assistant Secretory and Head of the DBA development committee of the Doctor of Business Management Alumni Kelaniya University (DBAAKU)
Member of the Board of Directors of Academic of Digital Business
Charter Member of The International Association of Lions Club -306 C2