About
Plantation Industries Limited is a Nigerian cocoa-processing company based in Akure, Ondo State, within one of the country’s major cocoa-producing regions. The company operates in the cocoa-processing, food manufacturing, agribusiness, and export sectors.
The company is recruiting ambitious early-career graduates into its 2026 Graduate Trainee Programme, offering structured exposure to engineering, production, quality, finance, supply chain, and corporate functions.
Job Description
The Graduate Trainee Programme is designed to give recent graduates practical experience across key areas of Plantation Industries’ operations.
Successful candidates will undergo structured rotations, receive mentorship and professional training, and work on projects with measurable outcomes. High-performing trainees may have opportunities to transition into substantive positions within the organisation.
Applicants are encouraged to select the stream that best matches their academic background, skills, and career interests. Final placement will depend on assessment results, individual strengths, and business requirements.
Available Trainee Streams
1. Finance & Business
Relevant disciplines:
- Economics
- Accounting
- Banking & Finance
- Business Administration
- Statistics
Potential areas of exposure:
- Financial accounting
- Cost and management accounting
- Treasury
- Tax
- Internal control
- Commercial operations
- Export
2. Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Relevant disciplines:
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Computer Engineering
Potential areas of exposure:
- Plant electrical systems
- Instrumentation and automation
- Power and utilities
- Maintenance planning
3. Mechanical Engineering
Relevant disciplines:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Production Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
Potential areas of exposure:
- Process plant operations
- Reliability and maintenance
- Utilities
- Engineering projects
4. Quality, Laboratory & Food Safety
Relevant disciplines:
- Microbiology
- Food Science & Technology
- Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Industrial Chemistry
Potential areas of exposure:
- Quality assurance
- Quality control
- Laboratory analysis
- Food safety and compliance
- Product development
5. Supply Chain & Operations
Relevant disciplines:
- Agricultural Sciences
- Logistics
- Statistics
- Social Sciences
Potential areas of exposure:
- Procurement
- Warehousing and inventory management
- Supply planning
- Logistics
- Export documentation
6. Corporate Services & Sustainability
Relevant disciplines:
- Social Sciences
- Sustainability
- Environmental Sciences
- Data-related disciplines
Potential areas of exposure:
- Human resources
- Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
- ESG and sustainability
- Data and business analytics
Note: Graduates from other social or physical science disciplines not specifically listed are also encouraged to apply. Applicants should explain in their application which stream best matches their background and why.
Qualifications & Requirements
Applicants should have:
- A Bachelor’s degree or HND in a relevant discipline.
- Completed NYSC or be currently serving with a clearly defined completion date.
- No more than approximately two to three years of post-NYSC experience.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and written communication skills.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Willingness to work and be based in Akure, Ondo State, including in a manufacturing environment.
- Evidence of achievements outside academic coursework, such as projects, internships, leadership roles, competitions, certifications, or similar activities.
Key Competencies
The company is particularly interested in candidates who demonstrate:
- Curiosity: Willingness to investigate problems and understand why things happen.
- Ownership: Ability to take responsibility for tasks and outcomes.
- Rigour: Respect for accurate data, procedures, evidence, and standards.
- Practicality: Willingness to work beyond the office and engage with plant operations where necessary.
- Integrity: Strong ethical standards and accountability.
What the Programme Offers
Successful trainees can expect:
- Structured rotations across relevant functions.
- A dedicated supervisor and mentor.
- Opportunities to take responsibility for a measurable project.
- Technical and professional development training.
- Exposure to international standards in food safety, quality, sustainability, and financial control.
- Potential progression into permanent roles based on performance and organisational needs.
- Competitive remuneration and benefits.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a short covering note to:
Use the following format as the email subject:
Graduate Trainee – [Your Stream] – [Your Discipline]