Meter Readers & Maintenance Staff Sharjah Electricity & Water Authority

# Meter Readers & Maintenance Staff* Full Time* Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates* 240600 AED / Year**Sharjah Electricity & Water Authority**Meter readers and maintenance staff are essential to SEWA’s day-to-day operations. Meter readers ensure accurate billing by recording utility usage, while maintenance staff keep the infrastructure functioning efficiently.---#### **Job Description & Details**##### **Job Description of a Meter Reader**Meter readers are responsible for accurately recording electricity, water, and gas consumption from customer meters and ensuring timely data entry for billing purposes.##### **Job Description of Maintenance Staff**Maintenance staff are tasked with maintaining, repairing, and upgrading SEWA’s utility infrastructure, including power lines, pipelines, and mechanical systems.##### **Key Responsibilities of Both Roles*** **Meter Readers**: + Visiting customer premises to read utility meters. + Recording meter readings and reporting discrepancies. + Ensuring timely and accurate data submission for billing.* **Maintenance Staff**: + Conducting routine inspections and repairs of utility systems. + Addressing emergency issues like leaks, outages, or equipment failures. + Collaborating with engineers to upgrade or replace infrastructure.---### **Salaries for Meter Readers & Maintenance Staff at SEWA in the UAE**##### **Entry-Level Salaries*** Entry-level meter readers earn between **AED 2,500 and AED 4,000** per month.* Entry-level maintenance staff earn between **AED 3,000 and AED 5,000** per month.##### **Salaries for Experienced Staff*** Experienced meter readers and maintenance staff can earn up to **AED 6,000 to AED 8,000**, depending on their expertise and performance.##### **Additional Benefits and Incentives*** Comprehensive health insurance for employees and their families.* Housing and transportation allowances.* Paid annual leave and airfare for expatriates.* End-of-service gratuity and performance-based bonuses.---### **Requirements to Work as Meter Readers or Maintenance Staff at SEWA**##### **Educational Qualifications*** **Meter Readers**: A high school diploma is typically required. Basic computer literacy is advantageous.* **Maintenance Staff**: A high school diploma and technical training or certification in relevant fields like electrical or mechanical systems are required.##### **Work Experience Requirements*** **Meter Readers**: Prior experience is not mandatory but is preferred.* **Maintenance Staff**: 1–2 years of experience in utility maintenance or a similar field is generally required.##### **Key Skills and Attributes for Success*** **Meter Readers**: + Attention to detail and accuracy in recording data. + Good physical fitness to travel between sites. + Basic communication skills.* **Maintenance Staff**: + Technical proficiency in repairing and maintaining utility systems. + Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. + Ability to work under pressure during emergencies.---### **How to Apply for Meter Readers & Maintenance Staff Jobs at SEWA**##### **Online Application Process*** Visit the .* Search for relevant roles like “Meter Reader” or “Maintenance Staff.”* Create an account and upload your resume, educational certificates, and a cover letter.##### **Recruitment Events and Walk-In Interviews*** SEWA occasionally hosts recruitment events. Be prepared with: + Updated CV. + Copies of educational and identification documents. + Passport-sized photographs.Table of ContentsShare#J-18808-Ljbffr