Meter Reader- Padstow

First Nations Jobs; Australia; Remote; AUD 47,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Outdoor, active role

Job summary

Downer Energy & Utilities is hiring a casual Meter Reader in Australia. The role involves visiting homes and businesses to collect gas, water and electricity readings, recording data on a mobile device, and meeting daily targets in an active outdoor setting.

Ideal candidates will have a valid driver’s licence, a reliable vehicle, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather. Full training is provided and safety is a priority.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's licence and a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to walk long distances and work outdoors in all weather.
• Strong time management skills and reliability.
• Good customer service skills and friendly communication.
• Motivation to work safely, follow schedules and get the job done right the first time.

Responsibilities

• Visit homes and businesses to collect utility meter readings.
• Record data using a mobile device.
• Hit daily targets.
• Full training is provided, including device usage to locate meters and enter readings.

Skills

Driver's license

Reliable vehicle

Walking long distances

Outdoor work

Time management

Reliability

Customer service

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Tools

Mobile data entry

Job description

$ 33.85 (25% casual loading incl) +Super

Closing Date

06/10/2026

Sector(s)

Trade and Services

Work type

Casual

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

• 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

• 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 reliabilityGood 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 provider

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.