Meter Reader - Wollongong

First Nations Jobs; Wollongong City Council; Hybrid; AUD 48,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Casual role

Supportive team

Stable work across contracts

Career with energy & utilities

Job summary

Downer Energy & Utilities is seeking a casual Meter Reader to support our NSW contracts. The role involves reading meters, entering readings into a handheld device, and working outdoors across diverse sites.

You will need a valid driver’s licence, a reliable vehicle, and the ability to walk long distances in all weather. Strong time management and customer service skills are essential, with full training provided.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to walk long distances and work outdoors in all weather.
• Strong time management and reliability are essential.
• Good customer service skills and friendly communication.

Responsibilities

• Read meters and enter readings using a handheld device.
• Walk to meter locations and work outdoors in all weather.
• Follow schedules and complete readings accurately and on time.
• Maintain clear and accurate records for each reading.

Skills

Driver's licence

Reliable vehicle

Walk long distances

Time management

Customer service

Safety mindset

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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