Meter Reader

Gi Group UK; West of England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£13.23 per hour

Weekly pay

Company car

Full training

Pension scheme

Uniform and PPE provided

Holiday entitlement up to 28 days

Bonus scheme up to £1000 monthly

Overtime rates £16-£25

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Gi Group UK is hiring Meter Readers to collect data from gas, electricity, and water meters at domestic and commercial sites. You’ll use a handheld device, perform basic checks, and provide excellent service while working outdoors.

Typical hours are 40–45 per week with flexible start times; full training is provided and progression opportunities exist. A UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required.
• Must have a valid UK driving licence (1 year minimum).
• Physically fit and able to walk 4–5 miles daily.
• Credit report check (no CCJs, IVA, debt relief orders in last 6 years).
• 5 years of employment history.
• Customer service experience preferred but not required.
• Full UK Driving Licence – 1 year minimum, up to 6 points, no DV offences (London areas may vary).

Responsibilities

• Retrieve data from water, gas and electricity meters at various sites.
• Update meter reads accurately on a handheld device.
• Provide excellent customer service on each site.
• Carry out visual checks and adhere to safety guidelines.
• Maintain a friendly, professional attitude at all times.
• Comply with Health and Safety guidelines.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Flexible

Time management

Physical fitness

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

Handheld device

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.
• 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:

• 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)
• Full UK Driving Licence - Minimum 1 year, maximum 6 points, NO DR Offences - (driving license is not required in some areas in London)

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.

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