Meter Reader - Hornsby

First Nations Jobs; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Outdoor work

Team support

Stable contracts

Career growth

Job summary

Downer Energy & Utilities is seeking a casual meter reader to join our field team. The role involves using a handheld device to locate meters, entering readings, and ensuring accuracy while working outdoors across diverse sites.

Full training is provided, and you will operate within a supportive team environment that values safety, reliability, and timely readings across our utility contracts.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle.
• Ability 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 get the job done right the first time.

Responsibilities

• Use a device to locate meters and enter readings.
• Take accurate meter readings as scheduled.
• Work outdoors across various locations and weather conditions.

Skills

Driver's licence

Reliable vehicle

Outdoor stamina

Time management

Customer service

Safety focus

Job description

Job Description

• 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

• Paid training, 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.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Applicants will be required to undergo mandatory pre-employment checks, and any offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactorily completing these checks.

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