Meter Reader

We have a fantastic opportunity for someone to work throughout the Isle of Islay.

The role of a Meter Reader is to visit customers in their homes/businesses to collect information including reading their gas and electricity meters.

The attributes of a Meter Reader are:

- a friendly attitude
- the ability to plan work effectively
- self management skills and self-motivation
- good local knowledge of Kirkwall and the surrounding areas
- computer literacy as you will be using a hand-held computer

This is a retained post for 10 hours per week with the expectation of 40-45 hours per week when work is in the area every quarter. The rate of pay is £11.53 per hour. You will be working on an appointment basis so you must be able to work flexibly.

Self-motivation and the need to succeed is imperative.

Experience of working outdoors would be beneficial as you will be required to work in all weathers.

Full training is provided so experience is not necessary.

We are looking for people with a full UK National Insurance number and a 5-year checkable history. We need you to hold a full European driving licence with a maximum of 6 penalty points and have your own transport with business insurance cover. Any business mileage incurred can be claimed back at the rate of 35p per mile.

We have immediate vacancies so if you think this is the role for you and you meet the above criteria, please call the Recruitment Team on 01293 771340.