Meter Reader- Newcastle

Downer; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Casual role outdoors

Job summary

Downer’s Energy & Utilities team is seeking a reliable Meter Reader for an active, outdoor role in Newcastle. You will visit homes and businesses to collect utility readings and record data on a mobile device, with full training provided.

This casual position keeps you active, outdoors, and on the move. We value safety, reliability, and good customer service, with clear schedules and opportunities for career growth within a leading infrastructure services provider.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license and a 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 and complete daily targets.

Responsibilities

• Visit homes and businesses to collect utility meter readings.
• Record data using a mobile device and enter readings.
• Meet daily targets and work independently with safety at the centre.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Reliable vehicle

Walk long distances

Time management

Customer service

Job description

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.

What We're Looking For

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

• 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.