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Smart Meter Engineer (Scotland)

Octopus Energy

The Role

Overview

Install smart meters, educate customers, ensure safety and service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • meter installation
  • customer demo
  • energy advice
  • customer support
  • green education

Tasks

You’ll be fitting meters; showing customers how their meter and in-home display work; how it can help them save energy and answering any questions about the green energy revolution we are leading.

Requirements

  • mocopa
  • gas safe
  • driving licence
  • smart meter
  • customer service
  • renewable tech

What You Bring

We're looking for smart meter engineers with a track record of safety and customer excellence. You’ll be representing our brands in our customers’ homes so you’ll need to be just as happy talking to the customer and getting to know them as you are about doing the installation itself. -MOCoPA - held within the last 3 years and can provide evidence -Opportunity up-skill to renewable tech (Electric Vehicles and Heat Pumps) -Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points -Gas Safe – CCN1/MET1 or CMA1/MET1 (or equivalent)

Benefits

Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic! As part of the Octopus Energy Services team, we’ll ensure you have the best of everything you need to deliver the top-class service we’re aiming for. You’ll be supported by an office team who will share the same performance goals, so we’re always working as one team. You’ll also have the backing of Octopus Energy’s massive tech power - so we’ll be able to constantly evolve and shift processes to ensure less time spent on admin and more time spent on delivering our best service. -You will be on a rotating call-out schedule once every five weeks (Monday to Sunday), for which you will receive a £250 retainer. If called out, you’ll be paid from door to door -£35 for a single fuel installation -£70 for a dual fuel installation -Health & wellbeing programme -Enhanced paternity leave -Company pension -Technical aborts are paid at half rate -£50 for attending -£25 per week lunch allowance -£36,500 starting salary -Referral programme -On the day you'll be welcomed by our team. We'll check over your qualifications & ask you to complete a practical trade test to show off your skills. You'll then have a short interview with an Area Manager so we can learn more about you, your experience and your motivation. You’ll also have the chance ask any questions and learn more about life as a Smart Meter Engineer with Octopus! -Company vehicle, fuel and tools -Top-class training facilities -For every asset installed beyond your sixth, you’ll earn an additional £15 -Enhanced maternity leave -£2,500 annual performance bonus, and fit bonuses -600 share options in Octopus Energy Group

The Company

About Octopus Energy

-Founded with a mission to disrupt the energy sector with clean and affordable solutions. -Revolutionized the way consumers access renewable energy by making it easier and cheaper to switch to green energy. -A leader in the UK’s transition to renewable energy, specializing in solar, wind, and other clean technologies. -Through innovative technology and a customer-first approach, the company scales up energy solutions for homes and businesses. -Operates in multiple countries, providing both residential and commercial clients with green power and smart energy services. -Created a cutting-edge energy platform, Octopus Energy Power, that optimizes energy use and reduces costs. -Focuses on using technology to simplify energy management and reduce carbon footprints for consumers worldwide. -In addition to supplying energy, Octopus invests heavily in infrastructure to drive the future of energy generation and storage. -Has an impressive portfolio of projects that span across solar and wind farms, creating a large impact on the renewable energy landscape. -Known for a commitment to reducing reliance on fossil fuels while maintaining reliable and cost-effective energy solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Commercial

Energy

Renewable Energy

Wind

Solar

Hydropower

Smart Homes

Electric Vehicle Charging

Smart Metering

Interview Process

-complete eligibility questions -attend octopalooza in‑person recruitment event -qualifications check and practical trade test -short interview with an area manager -opportunity to ask questions and learn about the role -process may take up to 4 weeks with flexible scheduling