Dual Fuel Engineer

Orion Electrotech; Upton; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Smart Metering company is seeking an experienced Dual Fuel Engineer in the United Kingdom. You will be responsible for safely installing smart meters in domestic properties while providing excellent customer service. Enjoy stable employment with competitive pay and bonuses, alongside a comprehensive benefits package. Applicants should possess relevant qualifications and adhere to safety standards for effective job performance.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Bonus opportunities

Tools and uniform provided

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driving licence.
• Clean DBS check (recent CRB certificate within 3 months preferred).
• EUSR card is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Install smart meters safely and efficiently in domestic properties.
• Deliver a professional, customer-focused service.
• Ensure work meets industry safety standards.

Skills

Smart Meter Engineering

Customer service

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma or qualification in Smart Meter Engineering

MOCOPA certification

CMA1 certificate or CCN1 & MET1

Job description

Job Title: Dual Fuel Engineer
Locations: Blackburn and surrounding areas

At Orion Smart Metering, we’re proud to work with some of the UK’s biggest energy suppliers — including two of the Big Five — as well as the UK’s #1 metering provider. We’re now expanding our team and are looking for experienced Dual Fuel Engineers to install meters in domestic properties as part of our growing national contracts.

The Role

As a Dual Fuel Engineer with Orion, you’ll enjoy a stable, full-time PAYE position with excellent pay, bonuses, and benefits.

You will:

• Install smart meters safely and efficiently in domestic properties.
• Deliver a professional, customer-focused service on every visit.
• Ensure all work meets industry safety and compliance standards.
• Represent Orion proudly as part of a nationwide engineering team.

Pay & Package Options

Choose the option that best fits your circumstances:

1. Salary Package
   • £43,000 rising to £45,000 per annum after successful completion of 3 month probation.
   • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
   • Company van, fuel card, tools & uniform provided
2. Guaranteed Day Rate – Option 1
   • £200 per day
   • Paid via Umbrella PAYE
   • Company van, fuel card, tools & uniform provided
3. Guaranteed Day Rate – Option 2
   • £275 per day
   • Paid via Umbrella PAYE
   • Engineer provides own van & fuel
   • Tools & uniform provided
4. CIS Option
   • £240 per day
   • Engineer provides own van, fuel & tools
   • Uniform provided

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm (1-hour lunch)
• Minimum of 4 jobs per day / 20 per week
• Optional weekend work available once weekly targets are met

Bonus Breakdown

• KPI Bonus – £150 per month
  • Achieved by hitting 75% completion of your jobs in a calendar month.
• Attendance Bonus – £150 per month
  • Awarded for full attendance and no sick days in a calendar month. Pro-rated for holiday taken

Call Out

Call out 1 week in 4. Standby payments Monday - Sunday. Price per job: £150 per dual, £80 per single, £50 per transactional job. Saturday work available. Paid day rate

Requirements

• Diploma or qualification in Smart Meter Engineering
• MOCOPA certification (completed on induction if not already held)
• CMA1 certificate or CCN1 & MET1
• Valid driving licence
• Clean DBS check (recent CRB certificate within 3 months preferred)
• EUSR card (advantageous but not essential)

Documents required

Driving licence, passport, gas certificates, MOCOPA, qualification/diploma, NI number, references, and DBS.

The Process

1. Submit your application and supporting documents.
2. You’ll be invited to a technical interview (face-to-face or video) covering both gas and electric metering scenarios.
3. Once successful, we’ll arrange your induction, and buddying period.
4. Begin your new role with Orion — with everything ready for you to hit the ground running.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re an experienced Smart Metering Engineer looking to join a trusted company that offers excellent rewards, stability, and career growth, apply today or call us on 01296 737306 for more information.

At Orion Smart Metering, your skills are valued — and your hard work is always recognised.