Meter Reader - Ryde

First Nations Jobs; Ryde; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Casual outdoor role

Team support

Stable work across contracts

Career with infrastructure provider

Job summary

Downer Energy & Utilities is seeking a casual meter reader to cover our utilities contracts across Australia. You will move across sites to read meters, using a handheld device to enter readings and verify data for customers, while staying active outdoors.

The role includes paid training, strong team support, and stable work across our wide-reaching contracts. Downer values safety, reliability, and clear processes, welcoming diverse applicants to join our inclusive team.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver's licence and a reliable vehicle.
• Able to walk long distances outdoors in all weather.
• Strong time management and reliability.
• Good customer service and friendly communication.
• Motivation to work safely, follow schedules and complete tasks right first time.

Responsibilities

• Read meters using the provided device and enter readings accurately.
• Follow schedules and work safely outdoors. Maintain awareness of surroundings.
• Be part of a close-knit team with clear processes and safety at the centre.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Reliable vehicle

Walking long distances

Outdoor work

Customer service

Time management

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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