Meter Reader

Gi Group; Asthall; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Pension enrolment

Uniform & PPE provided

Training provided

Bonuses

Job summary

Gi Group is hiring Meter Readers for locations across the UK. The role involves collecting data from gas, electricity and water meters at residential and commercial properties, updating reads on a handheld device and delivering strong customer service.

No prior experience is required, and training is provided. The position offers a basic pay of £13.23 per hour, a 40–45 hour workweek, potential earnings of £27,000–£30,000 per year including bonuses, and additional benefits such as a company

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service is preferred but not required.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to work outdoors and physical stamina.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve data from meters at domestic, commercial and industrial sites.
• Carry out visual inspections of metering equipment.
• Enter reads on handheld devices and maintain accurate records.
• Provide excellent customer service during visits.

Skills

Customer service

Flexible schedule

Outdoor work

UK driving licence

Job description

We are hiring METER READERS in your postcode now; no experience is required.

Are you looking for Full Time work, close to home?

Do you like working in an active outdoor role?

Do you want to take control of your schedule and work flexibly? If the answer is yes, then this could be the role for you.

As a Meter Reader you will be responsible for collecting data from gas, electricity & water meters for both commercial and residential properties. You will update meter reads accurately throughout the day on your handheld device, also entering the details on a handheld device at each location and providing excellent customer service.

What we offer:

• £13.23 - per hour basic pay (weekly payment)
• Weekly Hours 40 - 45 hours a week with flexible start and finish times Monday - Friday (occasionally Saturday) between 8am - 8pm.
• £27,000 to £30,000 average annual earnings including bonusses.
• Bonus scheme with earnings up to £1000 monthly.
• Overtime rates (£16 - £25) at manager's discretion.
• Business expenses reimbursed.
• Company pension enrolment.
• No previous experience required.
• Progression and promotion opportunities for higher earnings.
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (on an accrual basis).
• Full uniform and PPE provided.
• Company car.
• Full training will be provided.

What will you need:

• Manual UK Driving Licence - Minimum 1 year, maximum 6 points, NO DR Offences - (driving license is not required in some areas in London)
• Physically fit and have no issues with bending in tight spaces, lifting or kneeling, climbing stairs, crouching, and walking on average 4-5 miles a day.
• Happy to work in all weather conditions.
• Clear DBS check (no unspent criminal convictions)
• Credit Report check (No county court judgements, IVA, debt relief orders recorded for the last 6 years)
• 5 years employment history.
• Previous Customer Service experience (preferred not essential)

Duties:

• Retrieving data from domestic, commercial, and industrial sites for Water, Gas and Electric Meters, full training will be given.
• Carry out visual inspections of associated metering equipment.
• Charge Point Surveys.
• Drive and motivation to work in an independent role.
• Friendly personality with a professional approach to work.
• Adhering to Health and Safety guidelines at all times.

Training:

Training is 1 week and will be both classroom-based and field-based with an experienced meter reader, so you get to see the job through a professional's eyes.

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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