PLC Operator

PLC OPERATOR – UGANDA OPERATIONS

Company: Nilenadi Cultura private limited
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Location: Uganda
Initial Training Location: Tamil Nadu, India
Department: Plant Operations / Production
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

Nilenadi cultura private limited is looking for a skilled and responsible PLC Operator to join our Uganda Operations.

The selected candidate will undergo 1 month of technical training in Tamil Nadu, India before being deployed to Uganda. The training will focus on PLC operation, plant automation, process monitoring, troubleshooting, safety procedures, and practical plant operations.

After successful completion of the training, the candidate will be deployed to our operations in Uganda.

The ideal candidate should have a good understanding of PLC-based industrial automation, electrical control systems, HMI/SCADA, sensors, motors, pumps, VFDs and basic troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor PLC-based plant automation systems.
• Monitor production processes through PLC/HMI/SCADA systems.
• Monitor process parameters, alarms, equipment status and production operations.
• Identify and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, sensor, electrical and control-system issues.
• Check PLC inputs/outputs and identify basic I/O-related faults.
• Monitor and operate motors, pumps, conveyors, valves, VFDs and other automated equipment.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of control panels and automation systems.
• Coordinate with electrical, mechanical and production teams during equipment breakdowns.
• Support preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Maintain proper records of equipment faults, breakdowns and operational activities.
• Follow plant safety procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Assist in commissioning, testing and start-up of automated equipment when required.
• Ensure smooth and continuous operation of PLC-controlled production systems.
• Report abnormal conditions and technical issues to the concerned supervisor/engineer.
• Maintain PLC programs, backups and relevant technical documentation as instructed.

Required Technical Skills

Candidates should have knowledge of:

• PLC operation and basic PLC programming
• HMI / SCADA systems
• Electrical control panels
• PLC Inputs & Outputs (I/O)
• Sensors and field instruments
• Motors and pumps
• VFD / Variable Frequency Drives
• Relays, contactors and control circuits
• Basic electrical troubleshooting
• Industrial automation systems
• Basic understanding of PLC communication systems

Knowledge of Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, Delta, Omron or similar PLC platforms will be an advantage.

Educational Qualification

• Diploma / ITI / BE / B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Automation, Mechatronics or related technical fields.
• Candidates with relevant hands-on industrial experience may also be considered.

Experience

• 1–5 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Freshers with strong practical knowledge of PLC and industrial automation may also be considered.
• Experience in manufacturing, process plants, fertilizer/chemical plants, batching plants, food processing or other industrial automation environments will be an advantage.

Training & Deployment1 Month Training – Tamil Nadu, India

Selected candidates will undergo 1 month of company-provided technical training in Tamil Nadu before deployment.

The training will cover:

• PLC operation and troubleshooting
• HMI / SCADA operation
• Plant process monitoring
• Electrical and automation systems
• VFD and motor control
• Sensors and instrumentation
• Equipment troubleshooting
• Plant safety procedures
• Practical hands-on operation

Training Salary: ₹20,000 – ₹25,000 per month

Upon successful completion of the training, the candidate will be deployed to Uganda for plant operations.

Compensation & Benefits – Uganda

Salary: ₹60,000 – ₹70,000 per month

In addition to the salary, the company will provide:

• Free accommodation in Uganda
• Free food
• Company-sponsored flight ticket from India to Uganda
• Company-sponsored return flight ticket to India once every 2 years
• Company support for deployment and relocation
• Technical training before overseas deployment

Candidate Requirements

• Strong practical and troubleshooting skills.
• Willingness to work in Uganda for long-term overseas operations.
• Willingness to undergo 1 month of training in Tamil Nadu before deployment.
• Ability to work in a plant/industrial environment.
• Good discipline and responsibility towards plant operations.
• Ability to work effectively with electrical, mechanical and production teams.
• Basic spoken English is preferred.
• Must be willing to follow company safety rules and operational procedures.

Important Information

This position is specifically for our Uganda Operations.

Candidates must be willing to:

• Attend the mandatory 1-month training program in Tamil Nadu, India.
• Successfully complete the training and technical assessment.
• Relocate to Uganda after successful completion of training.
• Work in Uganda as per company operational requirements.

Salary Structure

During Training in India: ₹20,000 – ₹25,000/month
After Deployment to Uganda: ₹60,000 – ₹70,000/month
Food: Free
Accommodation: Free
India → Uganda Flight: Company Sponsored
Uganda → India Return Flight: Company Sponsored once every 2 years

Interested candidates can apply with their updated CV/resume.

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person