Meter Reader – Permanent Position

About the role

The Kgatelopele Municipality is seeking a reliable Meter Reader to join its Budget and Treasury Office. This permanent position involves field work across the municipality to record water and electricity consumption.

Key responsibilities

• Read and record water and electrical meters according to prescribed routes and templates or devices.
• Ensure meter readings are correct, accurate and submitted within the required deadline.
• Verify that the physical address on reading sheets matches the house number and street name.
• Identify meters missing from the reading sheets and report them.
• Report illegal connections and any abnormalities observed around meters.
• Record and report faulty meters.
• Complete all duties within the monthly schedule compiled by the supervisor.

Required profile

• Minimum education: Grade 10 – NQF 2.
• Good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Physically fit to walk between meters and perform field work.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
• Previous meter reading experience is an advantage.

What we offer

• Total remuneration package Task 5 (R143,208.75) per annum.
• Permanent appointment.