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    1. Trainer / Consultant – Industrial Automation with PLC and SCADA Systems
    2. Land Policy and Legal Consultant (Land Acquisition & Resettlement)
    3. Social Safeguards and Resettlement Consultant
    4. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Consultant
    5. Project Finance and Resettlement Compensation Consultant
    6. Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Consultant – Land Acquisition & Resettlement
    7. Conflict Resolution and Mediation Consultant – Land Acquisition
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Consultant Jobs at Indepth Research Services (IRES)

Trainer / Consultant – Industrial Automation with PLC and SCADA Systems

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification MBA/MSc/MA
  • Experience 5 – 10 years
  • Location Nairobi
  • Job Field Consultancy&nbsp , Education / Teaching&nbsp , Engineering / Technical&nbsp

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Industrial Automation Trainer to deliver an advanced-level training course on Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Systems. The trainer will provide participants with both theoretical knowledge and practical, hands-on skills to design, program, integrate, and manage automation systems that enhance efficiency, safety, and reliability in industrial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and deliver intensive training programs covering PLC and SCADA systems.
  • Facilitate interactive lectures, demonstrations, and practical case studies using real or simulated automation environments.
  • Teach programming of PLCs using multiple languages (e.g., Ladder Logic, Structured Text).
  • Guide participants in SCADA system design, configuration, and integration with PLCs and other technologies.

Demonstrate and supervise hands-on exercises in:

  • PLC programming and configuration
  • SCADA development and monitoring
  • HMI design and setup
  • Networking and communication protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profibus)
  • Troubleshooting and system maintenance
  • Incorporate safety standards, cybersecurity practices, and Industry 4.0 trends into training delivery.
  • Assess participant learning outcomes and provide constructive feedback.
  • Develop training materials, manuals, and practical scenarios customized to participants’ industry needs.
  • Stay up to date with emerging automation technologies and integrate relevant advancements into the training.

Requirements:

Qualifications & Experience:

Academic Background

  • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Automation, Mechatronics, or Control Systems.
  • Additional certification in PLC/SCADA programming or industrial automation systems is highly desirable.

Professional Experience

  • Minimum 5–10 years of hands-on experience in industrial automation and control systems.
  • Proven expertise in working with major PLC platforms (Siemens, Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Schneider, Mitsubishi, or Omron).
  • Strong knowledge of SCADA platforms (Wonderware, WinCC, Ignition, GE iFIX, etc.).
  • Experience in system integration, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of automation systems.
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, OPC-UA).
  • Knowledge of safety standards (IEC 61508, ISO 13849) and cybersecurity best practices in automation.

Training/Facilitation Skills

  • Previous experience delivering technical training, workshops, or corporate programs.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts.
  • Strong practical orientation – able to create and guide hands-on training sessions.
  • Proficiency with simulation tools (e.g., Factory I/O, TIA Portal, RSLogix, SCADA simulators) is an advantage.

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Method of Application

The Social Safeguards and Resettlement Consultant will help participants understand the social dimensions of land acquisition and resettlement, including how to safeguard livelihoods and manage community relations. The consultant will emphasize participatory approaches, grievance redress mechanisms, and alignment with donor safeguard requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver training on Social Impact Assessments (SIA) and Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs).
  • Facilitate case study discussions (LAPSSET Corridor, Thwake Dam).
  • Lead participatory exercises and role-plays on community consultation.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

  • Degree in Sociology, Anthropology, or Development Studies.
  • At least 7 years’ experience in resettlement planning or social safeguards.
  • Familiarity with World Bank/IFC safeguard policies is an advantage.

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