Meter Reader

Meter Reader

Our Business

Working at TasWater isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to deliver social, environmental, and economic benefits for Tasmania today, and tomorrow. 
Our talented workforce of over 920 employees keeps Tasmania thriving by providing exceptional water and sewerage services to over 460,000 customers every day. 
We have a bold and ambitious future, inspired by our vision to unlock water’s full potential, and centred on our customers and communities, our people and partners, the environment, and our collective water future.   
TasWater is investing $1.2 billion over the next four years to protect Tasmania's water and deliver safe, reliable services for generations to come. We will make great steps towards our aspirations of net zero carbon emissions and towards zero waste. Visit our website or YouTube channel to learn more. 

The Role

This is a fixed-term full-time opportunity until 24 December 2026 within our Customer Services team. As a Meter Reader, you'll play a key role in accurately collecting and processing water meter data across domestic, commercial, and industrial properties. 

Working independently across assigned routes, you'll spend most of your day outdoors, using technology to capture meter data, identify and report safety risks, and provide professional customer service to the community. 

In this role, you will:

• Read water meters across assigned routes using handheld technology. 
  
• Collect and process accurate meter data for billing purposes. 
  
• Meet daily productivity and quality targets while working safely. 
  
• Assess property access and identify potential hazards. 
  
• Record information and upload data into corporate systems. 
  
• Provide professional and courteous customer service when interacting with customers and members of the public. 
  
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Meter Reading team. 

For a full copy of the position description, please click HERE

What we're looking for

We're keen to hear from people who enjoy working outdoors, are physically active, and take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work. 

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy. 
  
• Good customer service and communication skills. 
  
• Basic computer and technology skills, or the ability to quickly learn. 
  
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgement. 
  
• A commitment to workplace safety. 
  
• The ability to work independently and manage your time effectively. 
  
• A current Class C Driver Licence. 
  

Desirable:

• Experience collecting or processing field-based data. 
  
• Knowledge of Meter Interface Units (MIUs). 

 Why TasWater

Across our multi-disciplinary organisation, we are serious about enhancing the skills and careers of our team members. When you join TasWater, you join a company that offers career development pathways, training courses, and access to subject matter experts. 
We are continuing to build an inclusive workplace and workforce that truly represents the Tasmanian community that we serve. We value diversity in all its many forms and welcome a range of perspectives and identities to enrich the way we work and what we do. 
We take pride in being acknowledged as an employer of choice for women by WORK180. Visit the Work180 website to view our benefits and policies, such as 18 weeks of paid parental leave for all parents regardless of tenure and with full superannuation contributions. We’re continuing to work on future benefits through a dedicated Employee Experience team. 

The Details

This role will be based at Hobart and is a fixed-term full-time position until 24 December 2026 and attracts an hourly rate commencing from $33.72 per hour, plus superannuation. 

The role requires significant outdoor work and may involve: 

• Walking for extended periods throughout the day. 
  
• Working in varying weather conditions. 
  
• Bending and accessing underground water meters. 
  
• Occasional lifting of heavy objects. 
  
• Intrastate travel and occasional overnight stays where required. 

Ready to apply? Simply click on the Apply now button and include a CV/resume and a 1-2 page cover letter telling us how your experience matches "What we are looking for" and how you connect to our TasWater values and vision.

If you'd like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Heath Johnson - Meter Reading Team Leader via email at Heath.Johnson@taswater.com.au or call 0418 737 106. 

If you need assistance with your application, please contact Roly Srivastava - Talent Acquisition Officer at Roly.Srivastava@taswater.com.au or call 0498 608 719. 

Application will close at 10:00am on Friday, 4th September, 2026. 

Please note: To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must have the right to work in Australia. As part of our recruitment process, you may be asked to participate in pre-employment checks relevant to the role. These may include a National Police Check or AusCheck, with any offer of employment subject to satisfactory outcomes.