Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer – Sunderland | A New Job
Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer
Orion Electrotech
Sunderland
At Orion Smart Metering, we're proud to partner with some of the UK's leading energy suppliers and metering providers. Due to continued growth and the expansion of our national contracts, we're looking for experienced Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineers to join our successful and supportive engineering team.
Whether you're looking for the security of a permanent salary or the flexibility of a day-rate arrangement, we have a package to suit you.
What's on Offer?Option 1 - Permanent Salary Package
At Orion Smart Metering, we’re proud to work with some of the UK’s biggest energy and metering companies.
14 days ago
Consistent workload available
Option 3 - Enhanced Day Rate
£275 per day
Paid via Umbrella PAYE
Use your own van and fuel
Tools, PPE and uniform provided
Excellent earning potential
Maximise Your Earnings
In addition to your salary or day rate, you'll have access to monthly bonuses and additional work opportunities.
KPI Bonus - £150 per Month
Achieve a minimum 75% job completion rate across the calendar month.
Attendance Bonus - £150 per Month
Paid for full attendance with no sickness absence.
Holiday periods are pro-rated.
Increase Your Earnings Further
Take advantage of additional earning opportunities beyond your standard workload:
Saturday work available at £200 per day
Minimum of 2 jobs booked on a Saturday.
Ongoing call-out rota payments (Call out is optional in certain areas)
Monthly KPI and attendance bonuses
Call-Out Rota
Participate in a 1-in-4 call-out rotation and receive additional payments (Call out optional in certain areas):
Standby Payment: Monday to Sunday
Per Job Payments
£150 per Dual Fuel installation
£80 per Single Fuel installation
£50 per transactional appointment
The Role
As a Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer, you'll play a key role in helping customers transition to smarter energy management.
Responsibilities
Installing and exchanging smart metering equipment in domestic properties
Providing excellent customer service and technical support
Completing work safely and in line with industry regulations
Accurately recording job information and compliance documentation
Representing Orion Smart Metering professionally within customers' homes
Working Hours
Monday to Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
1-hour lunch break
Minimum expectation of 4 jobs per day (20 per week)
Optional weekend work available once weekly targets have been achieved
What We're Looking For
Smart Metering qualification or relevant industry diploma
CMA1 or CCN1 & MET1
MOCOPA certification (or willingness to complete during induction)
Full UK Driving Licence
DBS check (preferably issued within the last 3 months)
EUSR registration (desirable but not essential)
Documentation Required
Please have the following available:
Driving Licence
Passport
Gas Qualifications
MOCOPA Certificate
Smart Metering Qualifications
National Insurance Number
Employment References
DBS Certificate
A Simple Recruitment Process
Step 1: Submit your application and supporting documents
Step 2: Complete a technical competency interview covering gas and electric scenarios
Step 3: Attend induction and buddying period
Step 4: Start earning with full support from our experienced team
Why Join Orion Smart Metering?
At Orion, we recognise that our engineers are the driving force behind our success. That's why we provide:
Stable, long-term contracts
Consistent workloads
Competitive pay structures
Ongoing support from dedicated management teams
Opportunities to increase your earnings through bonuses and additional work
A company culture that genuinely values its engineers
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer looking for excellent earning potential, job security and a company that values your expertise, we'd love to hear from you.
01296 737306
Apply now and take the next step in your smart metering career with Orion Smart Metering.