Meter Reader

**_Meter Reader_**
- **_Multiple roles available_**:

- **_ASAP start_**:

- **_Hourly Rate PLUS added bonus of piece rate PLUS kilometre reimbursement for on the job travel (not to and from site route)_**

We are currently seeking casual Meter Readers for one of our clients based in Melbourne's South Eastern/Eastern and Bayside suburbs. As a Meter Reader, you will be responsible to drive to an allocated route and autonomously walk from property to property, reading and recording utility consumption numbers in an electronic hand-held device. This role is challenging and rewarding - there are added benefits to the amount of work you put into your day to day.

**Benefits**:
No experience required

Provide an essential service that is unlikely to be affected by lock downs

Flexible hours giving you work-life balance

Early starts available - have the afternoons off

Work outdoors and keep fit on the job

Work independently and autonomously

Uniform, PPE and on-the-job training provided (you must have your own Workboots)

Challenges

Physically demanding - extensive walking, bending & squatting

Fast paced environment

Working in most weather conditions

Key Responsibilities

Plan and organise your work day and routes - Amenities etc.

Accurately read allocated meter routes in a timely, efficient and safe manner

Understand and ensure efficiency targets are met

Publicly represent our client in a professional manner

Regularly communicate with office support team

Upload/download route information to/from hand-held computer

Report to office as required

Is This Role For You?

This role will suit someone with a great attitude and work ethic that enjoys working outdoors. Prior meter reading experience is not required, however experience in a similar physically demanding role is ideal. To be considered to join our team, you will also have the following:
Good fitness level and ability to walk long distances for extended hours

Motivated & reliable with great attitude

Excellent attention to detail

Available to work Monday to Friday, 30-40hrs p/week.

Able to start before 9am each day

Access to reliable mobile phone with credit

Access to a reliable vehicle and able to travel to different work zones down the bayside to the peninsula and eastern (From St. Kilda down to the Peninsula within client network)

Australian Driver's Licence

Flexible and comfortable with daily travel of up to, or more than 45 minutes each way