Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer

Orion Electrotech Ltd; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Tools provided

PPE and uniform provided

33 days holiday including bank hols

Monthly bonus opportunities

KPI bonus

Attendance bonus

Weekend work available

Call-out rota payments

Job summary

Orion Smart Metering is seeking an experienced Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer to install and exchange smart meters in domestic properties. You will deliver excellent customer service while adhering to safety and regulatory standards, recording detailed job data, and representing the company professionally at customers' homes.

The role offers a permanent salary package with security, plus opportunities to boost earnings through bonuses and additional work.

Qualifications

• Smart Metering qualification or relevant industry diploma.
• CMA1/CCN1 and MET1 certifications.
• MOCOPA certification (or willingness to complete during induction).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• DBS check (preferably issued recently).
• EUSR registration desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Installing and exchanging smart metering equipment in domestic properties.
• Providing excellent customer service and technical support.
• Completing work safely and in line with industry regulations.
• Accurately recording job information and compliance documentation.
• Representing Orion Smart Metering professionally within customers' homes.

Skills

Smart metering qualification

CMA1

CCN1

MET1

Full UK driving licence

DBS check

EUSR registration

Education

Smart Metering diploma or equivalent

Tools

MOCOPA certification

Job description

At Orion Smart Metering, we're proud to partner with some of the UK's leading energy suppliers and metering providers. Due to continued growth and the expansion of our national contracts, we're looking for experienced Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineers to join our successful and supportive engineering team.

Whether you're looking for the security of a permanent salary or the flexibility of a day-rate arrangement, we have a package to suit you.

What's on Offer?

Option 1 - Permanent Salary Package

£45,000 basic salary

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Company van and fuel card

Tools, PPE and uniform provided

Monthly bonus opportunities

Long-term job security with a growing business

Option 2 - Day Rate

£200 per day

Paid via Umbrella PAYE

Company van and fuel card provided

Tools, PPE and uniform supplied

Consistent workload available

Option 3 - Enhanced Day Rate

£275 per day

Paid via Umbrella PAYE

Use your own van and fuel

Tools, PPE and uniform provided

Excellent earning potential

Maximise Your Earnings

In addition to your salary or day rate, you'll have access to monthly bonuses and additional work opportunities.

KPI Bonus - £150 per Month

Achieve a minimum 75% job completion rate across the calendar month.

Attendance Bonus - £150 per Month

Paid for full attendance with no sickness absence.

Holiday periods are pro-rated.

Increase Your Earnings Further

Take advantage of additional earning opportunities beyond your standard workload:

Saturday work available at £200 per day

Minimum of 2 jobs booked on a Saturday.

Ongoing call-out rota payments (Call out is optional in certain areas)

Monthly KPI and attendance bonuses

Call-Out Rota

Participate in a 1-in-4 call-out rotation and receive additional payments (Call out optional in certain areas):

Standby Payment: Monday to Sunday

Per Job Payments

• £150 per Dual Fuel installation
• £80 per Single Fuel installation
• £50 per transactional appointment

The Role

As a Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer, you'll play a key role in helping customers transition to smarter energy management.

Responsibilities

• Installing and exchanging smart metering equipment in domestic properties
• Providing excellent customer service and technical support
• Completing work safely and in line with industry regulations
• Accurately recording job information and compliance documentation
• Representing Orion Smart Metering professionally within customers' homes

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday
• 8:00am - 5:00pm
• 1-hour lunch break
• Minimum expectation of 4 jobs per day (20 per week)
• Optional weekend work available once weekly targets have been achieved

What We're Looking For

Smart Metering qualification or relevant industry diploma

CMA1 or CCN1 & MET1

MOCOPA certification (or willingness to complete during induction)

Full UK Driving Licence

DBS check (preferably issued within the last 3 months)

EUSR registration (desirable but not essential)

Documentation Required

Please have the following available:

• Driving Licence
• Passport
• Gas Qualifications
• MOCOPA Certificate
• Smart Metering Qualifications
• National Insurance Number
• Employment References
• DBS Certificate

A Simple Recruitment Process

Step 1: Submit your application and supporting documents

Step 2: Complete a technical competency interview covering gas and electric scenarios

Step 3: Attend induction and buddying period

Step 4: Start earning with full support from our experienced team

Why Join Orion Smart Metering?

At Orion, we recognise that our engineers are the driving force behind our success. That's why we provide:

• Stable, long-term contracts
• Consistent workloads
• Competitive pay structures
• Ongoing support from dedicated management teams
• Opportunities to increase your earnings through bonuses and additional work
• A company culture that genuinely values its engineers