Meter Reader

GI Group Main Account; Coventry; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking Meter Readers in Coventry. This full-time role offers flexible hours and requires no prior experience. Responsibilities include collecting readings from gas, electricity, and water meters while providing exceptional customer service. Candidates must hold a valid UK Driving Licence and be physically fit for the role. The position offers competitive pay and opportunities for progression and promotion. Full training and equipment will be provided.

Benefits

Company car

Pension enrolment

Up to 28 days holiday

Bonus scheme

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence for at least 1 year with no more than 6 points.
• Physically fit for bending, lifting, and walking 6-7 miles daily.
• Clear DBS check with no unspent criminal convictions.

Responsibilities

• Collect data from gas, electricity, and water meters.
• Provide excellent customer service to clients.
• Update meter readings accurately using a handheld device.

Skills

Customer Service

Ability to work independently

Physical fitness

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

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

• £13.01 - 14.00 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.
• £28,000 to £32,000 average annual earnings.
• Bonus scheme with earnings up to £1000 monthly.
• Overtime rates (£16 - £22) 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

• Full 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 6-7 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.

How to Apply

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