Meter Reader

About the Role

Join Calisen's Field Operations team as a Meter Reader and contribute to building a greener future through smart energy solutions. This role involves visiting residential and commercial properties to collect accurate utility meter readings, inspecting metering equipment, and recording data digitally. You will work independently, managing your own schedule, primarily outdoors, supporting sustainable energy goals aligned with the company’s commitment to fairness, inclusion, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct visits to homes and businesses to obtain precise utility meter readings.
• Perform visual checks on metering equipment to ensure proper function.
• Utilize the company’s mobile application for logging data efficiently and accurately.
• Organize and manage your daily itinerary autonomously to fulfill meter reading schedules.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

We invite applicants from diverse backgrounds including women, LGBTQ+ individuals, persons with disabilities, career changers, and those returning to the workforce. Essential qualifications include access to a suitable personal vehicle, holding a full UK driving licence with no more than six penalty points, and having or being willing to obtain basic business insurance coverage for the vehicle. Residency in or near the advertised postcode area (****) is necessary to facilitate daily travel efficiency.

Helpful but not mandatory experience includes roles in customer service or public interaction, familiarity with data protection and GDPR, comfort using digital tools and mobile apps, experience working outdoors or in field-based jobs, and the ability to effectively manage individual workloads and schedules.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary of £26,227 plus achievable bonuses.
• Mileage reimbursement at 30.5 pence per mile.
• Full-time schedule, Monday through Friday, with options for flexible hours and overtime.
• Birthday leave to celebrate your personal day.
• Life assurance policy valued at four times your salary.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave provisions.
• Access to My Rewards platform offering discounts at numerous retailers.
• Medicash health expense claims for health-related reimbursements and discounts.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme focusing on mental health support.
• Opportunities for career growth within a fast-growing energy company.
• Company sick pay for health contingencies.
• Robust pension scheme to secure your financial future.
• Holiday entitlement of 22 days plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 33 days with continued service.

Inclusion Commitment

Calisen fosters an inclusive workplace where respect and support are paramount. Reasonable accommodations are provided during recruitment and employment to ensure accessibility for all candidates.

Recruitment Process

Applicants progressing past initial review will undergo psychometric and situational assessments designed to identify natural talents and scenario-based responses relevant to the job. Full guidance and reasonable adjustments for these assessments will be offered as necessary.

Additional Information

All appointed candidates will be subject to standard employment background and criminal record checks applicable to the position.