Meter Reader - Newcastle

First Nations Jobs; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Casual role

Team support

Stable contracts

Career growth

Job summary

Downer Energy & Utilities is hiring for a casual meter reader role across NSW. You will walk routes to read meters, enter readings using a handheld device, and keep on schedule in all weather. Full training is provided, including how to use the device and safety procedures.

This role keeps you active outdoors and offers supportive team culture within a leading infrastructure provider. No prior meter reading experience is required as comprehensive training is supplied, and there are opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid driver's licence required.
• Reliable vehicle required.
• 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

• Conduct meter readings on assigned routes.
• Enter readings accurately using the device.
• Follow schedules and work outdoors in all weather.
• Full training provided on device use and procedures.

Skills

Driver's license

Reliable vehicle

Walk long distances

Outdoor work

Time management

Customer service

Communication

Safety

Job description

• 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.