Backfill Plant Electrical Engineer
AI summary
Wagagai Mining (U) Ltd, Uganda’s first fully automated large-scale gold mining company in Busia, is hiring a Backfill Plant Electrical Engineer to manage electrical and automation control systems at the paste backfill plant. The role involves PLC programming, VFD and SCADA/HMI maintenance, low-voltage distribution, explosion-proof equipment, and training local staff. Candidates should have a diploma or above in electrical/automation/electromechanical engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience.
- Key technical role at Uganda’s first fully automated large-scale gold mine in Busia
- Focus on paste backfill plant electrical and automation systems
- Requires PLC programming, VFD configuration and HMI development skills
- Diploma or above in electrical/automation/electromechanical engineering required
- Minimum 3 years of backfill plant or industrial automation experience
- Systematic training from international experts and exposure to world-class technology
- Application deadline within two weeks from 25/Aug/2026
AI job guide
Use this guide to check salary signals, requirements, documents, application steps and safety before you apply.
AI salary guide
Not enough public dataNot enough public salary data is available for this exact role. Before applying, prepare to ask about gross pay, benefits, contract length, probation period, transport and any allowances.
Can you qualify for this role?
- Required3+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
- PreferredPractical evidence in internship, electrical engineer, automation engineerThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in Not specifiedThe vacancy is associated with this location.
- UnclearComfort with the Full time contract termsConfirm hours, duration, probation and benefits at the original source.
Documents to prepare
- Likely requiredUpdated CV
- Role specificCover letter or short employer message
- OptionalProfessional references
- Role specificAcademic or professional certificates
- VerifyID or passport only after verifying the employer
Application tips for this job
- Place your strongest Backfill Plant Electrical Engineer evidence in the first half of your CV.
- In your cover letter or employer message, connect your experience to Wagagai Mining (U) Ltd (WGG) and the role in Not specified.
- Add concrete examples related to internship, electrical engineer, automation engineer, ideally with measurable outcomes or clear responsibilities.
- Follow the instructions from JobWeb Uganda; avoid sending documents to unofficial contacts or copied links.
- Confirm the deadline, interview location and employer contact before sharing personal documents.
- Prepare a polite question about pay, benefits and contract terms for later interview stages.
Source and safety check
- JobWeb Uganda
- Original source link available
- Application method is clear
- Deadline not specified
- No major risk signal was detected in the captured text.
Never pay for interviews, shortlisting, medical checks, uniforms, or job placement. Confirm every application at the original source before sharing personal documents. Report suspicious listing.
Interview preparation
- What experience makes you a strong fit for this Backfill Plant Electrical Engineer role in internship, electrical engineer?
- How have you handled responsibilities similar to those in this job post?
- Are you available to work in Not specified under the listed contract or schedule?
- Prepare examples with clear responsibilities, tools used and measurable outcomes.
- Review the source and research Wagagai Mining (U) Ltd (WGG) before the interview.
Ask what the first priorities will be in the role and how success will be measured.
Similar jobs to consider
Use AI to apply better
After confirming the original source, use Career Assistant to check role fit, tailor your CV and prepare a cover letter or employer message.
Original source description
Wagagai Mining (U) Ltd (“WGG”) is Uganda’s first fully automated large-scale gold mining enterprise, located in Busia. The Company operates a 5,000-tonne-per-day concentrator, a 350-tonne-per-day cyanidation plant, a fully automated underground mine, and a gold smelting and refining workshop. To meet production development needs, WGG now invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following key technical positions:
Job Summary
Responsible for management of electrical and automation control systems at the paste backfill plant
Key Duties
Program and maintain PLCs (Siemens/Mitsubishi), VFDs, SCADA/HMI systems, design and troubleshoot automation control circuits, maintain low-voltage distribution and explosion-proof electrical equipment; read electrical drawings; implement electrical upgrades and safety measures; train local employees.
Requirements
- Diploma or above in electrical/automation/electromechanical engineering; 3+ years of electrical/automation
- should send their application letter, detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates, and contact details of three referees
- [email protected]
- Applications must be received within two (2) weeks from the date of this advertisement.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Experience
- at a backfill plant or in industrial automation; expert in PLC programming, VFD configuration and HMI development; familiar with underground explosion-proof electrical standards.
- Wagagai Mining is an equal opportunity employer and warmly welcomes applications from Ugandan nationals. Successful candidates will receive systematic training from international experts and gain exposure to world-class automated mining technology
- Sharing is Caring! Click on the Icons Below and Share
- Method of Application
- Interested candidates who meet the above