Outdoor Water Meter Technician - Fieldwork & Smart Meters

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

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Salary packaging options

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted fitness and pool membership

PPE provided

Job summary

Nambucca Valley Council is seeking a reliable Water Meter Officer to join our Water and Sewerage team. This hands-on role involves reading and replacing water meters, investigating unusual usage and supporting the shift to smart meter technology.

Based across the Nambucca Valley, you’ll manage your own routes, work outdoors daily, and contribute to delivering an essential community service with a 9-day fortnight and active, physical work.

Qualifications

• Independent work ability
• Strong communication with public
• Understanding of WHS requirements
• Ability to walk long distances and lift up to 10 kg

Responsibilities

• Read residential and commercial water meters along daily routes
• Replace 20mm and 25mm water meters as part of renewal program
• Investigate unusual water usage and assist customers with leaks
• Assist installation and transition to digital water meters and software
• Record readings, locations and replacements using handheld devices

Skills

Independent work

Good communication

Health & safety awareness

Physical fitness

Tools

Handheld devices usage

Job description

Nambucca Valley Council is seeking a reliable Water Meter Officer to join our Water and Sewerage team. This hands-on role involves reading and replacing water meters, investigating unusual usage and supporting the shift to smart meter technology.

Based across the Nambucca Valley, you’ll manage your own routes, work outdoors daily, and contribute to delivering an essential community service with a 9-day fortnight and active, physical work.