Water Meter Reader

Water Meter Readers

Council is seeking to appoint 2 x casual Water Meter Readers to contribute to Council’s success.

• Do you enjoy working outdoors? Gladstone Regional Council have casual outdoor roles available for keen individuals
• Casual, periodic role - working 38 hours per week 4-6 weeks twice yearly
• Work throughout the Gladstone region

About the Role

The purpose of this position is to support Council’s direction through routine field work in reading water meters and recording and verifying water consumption in order for water charges to be levied on ratepayers in the Gladstone Region. There may be opportunities for the incumbent to voluntarily opt-in to other routine field work relating to Council’s annual Animal Inspection Program.

You will bring:

• Labouring skills to perform physical tasks on a daily basis.
• Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in a similar work environment.
• Basic literacy and numeracy in order to read and understand directions and record water meter read data.
• Ability and experience to effectively handle situations that may arise with small to large animals.
• Basic communication and interpersonal skills.
• Legally able to drive a motor vehicle in Queensland.

About you

• Able to work independently and as a member of the team.
• Able to upload / download route information to / from handheld device.
• Able to accurately read allocated meter routes in a timely, efficient and safe manner
• Able to understand and ensure targets are met and regularly communicate with office support team.
• Willing to uphold Gladstone Regional Council safety standards and publicly represent Council and our customers in a professional manner.
• Able to perform physical tasks on a daily basis –walking, bending, squatting and lifting of lids in varying weather conditions.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and good attention to detail.

Why work for GRC?

The Gladstone Region is a dynamic Central Queensland coastal region that provides an enviable lifestyle and economic stability for more than 63,000 residents. Gladstone Regional Council is committed to a dynamic, proud and diverse future for the Gladstone Region that focuses on working together to balance our region’s lifestyle and opportunity. Our success is built on a foundation of safe, engaged, high performing talent and teams and a values-based culture centred around our SERVICE principles.

• We are fortunate to live in an attractive, growing region and proud to provide opportunity for personal growth and career development for our employees.
• We offer opportunities to grow your career within a progressive local government organisation and work in a high performing team that values your contribution.
• You will be rewarded with a competitive salary including generous superannuation and a flexible roster that supports a generous work-life balance.
• We offer a range of employee benefits including free physiotherapy, support services and discounted health cover and fitness memberships. 

Please be advised that the preferred candidate for this position, as a condition of employment, may be required to complete a criminal history check, a pre-employment medical or a skills assessment.

Council is committed to connecting with the Gladstone Regional community which values diversity and inclusion and encourages you to bring your whole self to work.  First Nations people are encouraged to apply.