Meter Reader - Cambridge

GI Group Main Account; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking Meter Readers in Cambridge. This full-time position involves collecting data from gas and electricity meters with flexible working hours and no prior experience required. Ideal candidates will have a UK driving license, be physically fit, and have a friendly personality. The role includes training, competitive pay, bonuses, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Weekly bonus scheme up to £250

Company pension

Full uniform and PPE provided

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Qualifications

• UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 points.
• Physically fit and able to handle bending, lifting, and walking.
• Customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect data from gas and electric meters.
• Perform visual inspections of metering equipment.
• Conduct Charge Point Surveys.

Skills

Customer service

Physical fitness

Driving

Job description

Job Overview

We are hiring Full Time METER READERS in Cambridge now!

Role: Meter Reader (gas and electricity only) – working close to home, no experience required. 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 and electricity meters for both commercial and residential properties. You will update meter reads accurately throughout the day on your handheld device, entering the details on a handheld device at each location and providing excellent customer service.

Benefits

• £12.60 – 13.85 per hour basic pay (weekly payment)
• Weekly Hours: 37.5 hours a week with flexible start and finish times Monday – Friday between 8am – 8pm.
• £27,000 to £30,000 average annual earnings.
• Progression and promotion opportunities for higher earnings – 360 technical Meter Reader, Auditor, Gas and Electric Engineer, Field Assistant manager, Field Manager.
• Weekly Bonus scheme with earnings up to £250 weekly.
• Overtime rates at manager's discretion.
• Business expenses reimbursed at 30.05 pence per mile.
• Company pension enrolment.
• No previous experience required.
• Up to 28 days holiday per year.
• Full uniform and PPE provided.
• Full training will be provided.
• Double pay on Bank Holidays.

Requirements

• UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 points.
• Physically fit and have no issues with bending in tight spaces, lifting or kneeling, climbing stairs, crouching, and walking on average 3-5 miles a day.
• Happy to work in all weather conditions.
• Clear DBS check (no unspent criminal convictions).
• Previous Customer Service experience (preferred not essential).
• Access to your own vehicle.
• Basic Business insurance.

Responsibilities

• Retrieving data from domestic, commercial, and industrial sites for 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.

If interested, please click apply to get started.

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