PLC Operator

Position: PLC Operator

Location: Meenakshi Energy Power Plant, Andhra Pradesh

Department: Operations & Maintenance (O&M;)

Qualification: Diploma / B.Tech Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation / C&I;

Experience: 3–8 Years

Industry Preference: Thermal Power Plant | Power Plant O&M; | AHP| Material Handling

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced PLC Operator responsible for monitoring and operating plant equipment through PLC/DCS/SCADA systems, ensuring smooth and secure operation of the plant and timely coordination with field and maintenance teams.

Key Responsibilities

- Operate and monitor plant equipment through PLC/DCS/SCADA control systems.
- Monitor equipment parameters, alarms, trends, interlocks and system status from the control desk.
- Operate and monitor Ash Handling Plant (AHP) / Material Handling systems as applicable.
- Monitor conveyors, crushers, feeders, screens, pumps and other associated equipment.
- Identify abnormalities, alarms and equipment trips and take appropriate corrective action.
- Coordinate with field operators and Mechanical, Electrical & C&I; maintenance teams.
- Carry out equipment start-up, shutdown and changeover operations as per SOPs.
- Maintain shift-wise operating parameters, logbooks and operational records.




- Ensure smooth operation of equipment and minimize operational downtime.
- Report PLC/DCS-related abnormalities and coordinate with the C&I;/maintenance team for troubleshooting.
- Follow SOPs, safety procedures, PTW and LOTO requirements.
- Respond appropriately during emergency situations and plant trips.
- Ensure proper shift handover with complete information regarding equipment status and pending activities.

Required Technical Skills
- PLC Operation & Monitoring
- DCS / SCADA
- Control Room / Desk Operation
- PLC-based Control Systems
- Alarm & Interlock Monitoring
- Equipment Start-up & Shutdown
- AHP / Material Handling Operations
- Conveyor & Crusher Operation
- Basic Electrical / Instrumentation Knowledge
- Preventive & Breakdown Maintenance Coordination
- MS Office / Computer Knowledge

Preferred Candidate Profile Candidates having experience in Thermal Power Plants, AHP, Material Handling, Ash Handling, Cement, Steel or other continuous-process industries will be preferred.

Key Skills: PLC Operator, PLC, DCS, SCADA, Control Room Operator, Panel Operator, CHP, Coal Handling Plant, Material Handling, Thermal Power Plant, Shift Operations, Equipment Monitoring, Alarm Monitoring, Interlock, O&M.;

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