Meter Reader- Canberra

First Nations Jobs; Canberra; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Downer in Australia is seeking a Meter Reader for an active, outdoor role. You will visit homes and businesses to collect readings, record data on a mobile device, and meet daily targets with full safety support.

The position offers a casual loading and superannuation benefits, plus opportunities for career growth within a leading infrastructure services provider. Training is provided to use the device to locate meters and enter readings.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s licence and a reliable vehicle.
• Able to walk long distances and work outdoors in all weather.
• Strong time management and reliability.
• Good customer service and friendly communication.
• Motivation to work safely, follow schedules and complete tasks correctly on first attempt.
• Full training provided, including use of the device to locate meters and enter readings.

Responsibilities

• Visit homes and businesses to collect utility meter readings (Gas/Water, Electricity).
• Record data using a mobile device.
• Hit daily targets and work independently with safety as a priority.

Skills

Driver's licence

Reliable vehicle

Outdoor walking

Time management

Customer service

Safety conscious

Job description

$ 33.85 (25% casual loading incl) +Super

Closing Date

03/10/2026

Sector(s)

Trade and Services

Work type

Full Time

Join Downer's team as a Meter Reader and enjoy an active, walking, outdoor role. You'll visit homes and businesses to collect utility meter readings (Gas/water, electricity), record data using a mobile device, and hit daily targets.

Ideal for reliable, self-motivated individuals who enjoy working independently. This role offers stable employment, strong safety support, and career growth opportunities with one of Australia's leading infrastructure services providers.

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• A valid driver's licence and a reliable vehicle
• The ability to walk long distances and work outdoors in all weather
• Strong time management skills and reliability
• Good customer service skills and friendly communication
• The motivation to work safely, follow schedules and get the job done right the first time
• Full training is provided, including how to use the device to find meters and enter readings.

What We Offer

• no previous meter reading experience required!
• A casual role that keeps you active, outdoors and on the move
• Support from a close‑knit team, with clear processes and safety at the centre
• Stable work across our wide‑reaching Utilities contracts
• The chance to build a career with one of Australia's leading infrastructure services providers

About Energy & Utilities

Downer's Energy & Utilities business is an integrated trans‑Tasman team delivering services that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate, and maintain critical assets across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial, and power generation sectors.

Downer is an inclusive employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and cultures.