Meter Reader - Tunbridge Wells

AndersElite; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

AndersElite is seeking a Meter Reader in the Tunbridge Wells area to join a dedicated metering team. The role involves installing, maintaining, and managing gas, electricity, and water meters, planning routes with handheld devices, and recording readings while delivering excellent customer service.

Candidates must be self-motivated, able to work outdoors, and manage appointments independently. A full UK driving licence is essential, and screening via DBS check is required as part of the vetting

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and energetic
• Able to work outdoors and walk several miles daily
• Capable of planning routes and recording meter readings accurately
• Excellent customer service and data accuracy
• Must pass strict screening and vetting (DBS) and provide five years employment history
• Must have a full UK driving licence (not required in London)

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and manage gas, electricity, and water meters
• Plan daily routes using handheld devices and record readings
• Provide excellent customer service while working efficiently in all weather
• Work independently and manage appointments within timescales
• Adhere to DBS/vetting requirements and background checks

Skills

Self-motivated

Outdoor work

Route planning

Customer service

Data accuracy

Full UK driving licence

DBS check eligible

Job description

My client a leading provider of metering services within the UK energy retail sector require a Meter Reader in the Tunbridge Wells area.

You will be part of a dedicated Metering team responsible for installing, maintaining, and managing gas, electricity, and water meters.

The role ensures customers are billed accurately and energy usage patterns are monitored effectively.

The position involves working outdoors, often walking several miles daily, and requires a self-motivated and energetic individual who can manage appointments and work independently.

You will use handheld devices to plan routes and record meter readings, providing excellent customer service while working efficiently and safely in all weather conditions.

The role requires adherence to strict screening and vetting standards, including providing a five-year employment history and passing a DBS check.

A full UK driving licence is essential.

This is an ongoing contract paid at £12.81 per hour via PAYE.

Skills

• Self-motivated and energetic


• Ability to work outdoors and walk several miles daily


• Full UK driving licence (not required in London)


• Ability to manage appointments and work independently


• Ability to work to timescales and under pressure


• Excellent customer service skills


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recording data


• Ability to pass screening and vetting standards


• Provide 5 years employment history


• Ability to pass a DBS check