Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer

GI Group Main Account; Preston; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy service provider is seeking a Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer in Preston. You will install smart meters, investigate issues, and ensure excellent customer service. A valid UK driving licence and relevant qualifications are essential. This role offers a competitive salary, career progression opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

£37,823 basic salary with on-target earnings of £50,000+

Matched or contributory pension scheme

24/7 online GP service

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Experience installing gas and electric smart meters.
• Previous MOCOPA experience.

Responsibilities

• Install smart meters in the field.
• Investigate non-communicating meters.
• Handle emergency and maintenance appointments.

Skills

Installing smart meters (dual fuel)

Customer service

Problem-solving

Education

CCN1 / CMA1 / CMA3 or NVQ Level 2 in Smart Metering (Dual Fuel)

Job description

Join Us - Powering the Future of Energy with Our Client

Where will you be working?
Our client is at the forefront of delivering essential energy services that power homes and businesses across the UK. Their end-to-end solutions include electricity transmission, distribution, renewable energy, EV infrastructure, metering, and home decarbonisation.

This role is within the Metering division, the UK's leading provider of metering services in the energy retail sector. They offer efficient and flexible solutions for gas, electricity, and water meters. Want to be part of it?

What will you be doing?
As a Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer, you'll join the Metering team, supporting major energy suppliers like EON, OVO, and EDF. Your main duties will include:

• Installing smart meters (dual fuel)
• Investigating non-communicating meters
• Handling emergency and maintenance appointments

You will work independently in the field, meeting new people daily and delivering excellent customer service. You'll explain meter functions and safety procedures clearly and respond quickly to outages to restore gas or electricity.

Our client offers regular training to keep your skills current and sharp.

Career progression: 87% of the current field management team have been promoted internally. If growth is what you're seeking, this is the place to develop your career.

What you'll bring:

• A valid UK driving licence (held for at least 1 year, with no more than 6 points)
• Qualifications such as CCN1 / CMA1 / CMA3 or NVQ Level 2 in Smart Metering (Dual Fuel)
• Experience installing gas and electric smart meters
• Previous MOCOPA experience

Additional skills (not essential) that are a bonus:

• REGT1, 3-phase, or CT metering

What’s in it for you?
GI Group, on behalf of our client, offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• £37,823 basic salary with on-target earnings of £50,000+
• Matched or contributory pension scheme
• 24/7 online GP service
• Employee assistance programme