Meter Reader - Devon Area

We are currently recruiting for Meter Readers to join a leading provider of metering services within the UK energy retail sector.

The positions will cover either either Exeter (EX1-EX6), North Devon (EX16-23, EX31-37), or South East Devon (EX1-EX15)and offer a pay rate of £12.81 per hour + 42p uplift (PAYE). This is a long-term contract opportunity with the potential to become permanent.

This role involves visiting residential and commercial properties to read gas, electricity, and water meters, ensuring customers are billed accurately and energy usage data is recorded correctly.

This is a field-based, outdoor role where you will work independently, travelling between properties throughout the day. You will be responsible for planning your route, gaining access to meters located both inside and outside properties, and providing excellent customer service when interacting with members of the public.

Full training will be provided, including an initial structured training programme and ongoing support from your field manager, making this a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy working outdoors and managing their own schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Visit residential and commercial properties to obtain accurate meter readings
• Use a handheld device to record readings and manage your daily route
• Plan visits to ensure access to meters located both inside and outside properties
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with members of the public
• Ensure all readings and data are recorded accurately
• Work independently while maintaining communication with the wider metering team
• Follow company health & safety procedures at all times
• Work efficiently to meet daily targets and schedules

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 points)
• Full right to work in the UK
• Must be based within Exeter / South East Devon (EX1-EX15)
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to walk several miles per day
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Strong attention to detail when recording information
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and manage your own workload
• Flexibility to work shift patterns between 8am-8pm, including occasional weekends

Screening & Compliance
Successful candidates will be required to:

• Provide 5 years' employment history
• Pass a DBS check
• Complete right to work and driving licence checks
• Pass a drugs and alcohol screening

What's on Offer

• Full training provided, including an initial training programme and ongoing support
• Company vehicle and fuel card provided for business use
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Long-term opportunity with potential to go permanent
• Opportunity to work within a leading infrastructure services organisation supporting the UK energy sector