Water Meter Technician: Field Installations & Home Service

Onsite; Tipton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-Friendly Leave

Pension

Health & Wellbeing

Cycle to Work

25 days annual leave

Job summary

OnSite is seeking a Water Meter Technician based in Tipton to install, replace, inspect and maintain domestic water meters for South Staffs Water. You will visit residential properties, work safely and deliver excellent customer service while performing basic plumbing alterations and recording work using handheld devices.

The role requires an NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing (or equivalent), a Full UK Driving Licence, and a practical, independent approach.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing or equivalent qualification.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong practical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Commitment to safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Installing and exchanging water meters in domestic properties.
• Inspecting existing metering installations and identifying defects or maintenance requirements.
• Carrying out basic plumbing alterations associated with meter installations.
• Recording work completed accurately using handheld technology and company systems.
• Ensuring all tasks are completed in accordance with health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Liaising professionally with customers, explaining work activities and addressing queries where appropriate.
• Identifying and reporting any issues that may affect service delivery, quality, or safety.
• Maintaining company vehicles, tools, and equipment in a clean and serviceable condition.
• Managing workload effectively to meet productivity and performance targets.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and contributing ideas to improve working practices.
• Representing both OnSite and South Staffs Water in a professional manner at all times.

Skills

NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing or equivalent

Full UK Driving Licence

Practical and problem-solving skills

Independence / self-management

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing or equivalent qualification

Tools

Handheld job management systems

Job description

OnSite is seeking a Water Meter Technician based in Tipton to install, replace, inspect and maintain domestic water meters for South Staffs Water. You will visit residential properties, work safely and deliver excellent customer service while performing basic plumbing alterations and recording work using handheld devices.

The role requires an NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing (or equivalent), a Full UK Driving Licence, and a practical, independent approach.