Outdoor Water Meter Technician (9-Day Fortnight)

Nambucca Shire Council; Macksville; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave entitlements

Training and development

Discounted fitness & pool memberships

Salary packaging options

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Nambucca Valley Council is seeking a reliable Water Meter Officer to join the Water and Sewerage team in the Mid North Coast of NSW. This hands-on role involves reading and replacing meters, checking unusual usage, and supporting smart meter deployment across routes.

You will work outdoors, travel daily, and manage your own schedule while ensuring accurate record keeping and customer service. Applicants should have a current NSW Class C licence and White Card.

Qualifications

• You don't necessarily need previous water meter reading experience; practical and dependable.
• Current NSW Class C driver’s licence.
• Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Ability to work independently and manage daily workload.
• Good communication skills and professional approach with the public.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Ability to walk up to 16km daily, bend, kneel and lift up to 10kg.

Responsibilities

• Read residential and commercial water meters along daily routes.
• Replace 20mm and 25mm meters as part of renewal program.
• Investigate unusual water usage and leaks.
• Support installation and transition to smart meter technology.
• Record meter readings, locations and replacements using handheld devices.

Skills

Independent work

Time management

Communication

WH&S awareness

Outdoor work

Walking 16km daily

Lifting 10kg

Driver's licence

White Card

Handheld devices

Tools

Handheld devices

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

Nambucca Valley Council is seeking a reliable Water Meter Officer to join the Water and Sewerage team in the Mid North Coast of NSW. This hands-on role involves reading and replacing meters, checking unusual usage, and supporting smart meter deployment across routes.

You will work outdoors, travel daily, and manage your own schedule while ensuring accurate record keeping and customer service. Applicants should have a current NSW Class C licence and White Card.