Meter Reader - Hampshire

Gi Group; Purbrook; On-site; GBP 1,000 - 2,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is hiring Meter Readers. The role involves collecting data from gas, electricity, and water meters for various properties while providing excellent customer service. Full training is provided, and no previous experience is required. The position offers flexible hours and competitive pay ranging from £12.61 to £13.00 per hour, with additional bonuses and benefits including a company car and pension. Ideal candidates should be physically fit and possess a valid UK driving licence.

Benefits

Company car

Full uniform and PPE provided

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence – minimum 1 year, maximum 6 points, no DR offences.
• Physically fit and have no issues with bending, lifting, or kneeling.
• Clear DBS check (no unspent criminal convictions).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer service

Physical fitness

Driving

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 and provide excellent customer service.

What we offer

• £12.61 – 13.00 per hour basic pay (weekly payment)
• Weekly hours 40 – 45 with flexible start and finish times Monday – Friday (occasionally Saturday) between 8am – 8pm
• £27,000 to £31,000 average annual earnings
• Bonus scheme with earnings up to £1,000 monthly
• Overtime rates (£16 – £18) 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 (accrual basis)
• Full uniform and PPE provided
• Company car
• Full training will be provided

What you need

• Full UK Driving Licence – minimum 1 year, maximum 6 points, no DR offences (driving licence 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 provided)
• Carry out visual inspections of associated metering equipment
• Conduct 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 one 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.