Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer (North West) at Octopus Energy

Preston, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Renewable Energy, UtilitiesIndustries

Requirements

MOCoPA - held within the last 3 years and can provide evidence
Gas Safe – CCN1/MET1 or CMA1/MET1 (or equivalent)
Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points
Track record of safety and customer excellence
Comfortable interacting with customers, explaining meters, in-home displays, energy savings, and answering questions

Responsibilities

Fitting dual fuel smart meters in customers' homes
Showing customers how their meter and in-home display work
Explaining how meters help save energy
Answering customer questions about the green energy revolution
Participating in a rotating call-out schedule once every five weeks (Monday to Sunday)
Handling Saturday working as required (dual fuel or single fuel installations)
Attending in-person recruitment event including practical trade test and interview (for successful candidates)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

MOCoPAGas Safe CCN1Gas Safe MET1Gas Safe CMA1Smart Meter InstallationDual Fuel Meter Fitting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary and compensation for this role?

The starting salary is £36,500 with a potential to earn up to £50,000 OTE including bonus and on-call, plus a £2,500 annual performance bonus, fit bonuses, £25 per week lunch allowance, and additional earnings like £15 per asset beyond the sixth.

Is this a remote position or does it require travel?

This is a field-based role fitting smart meters in customers' homes in the North West, requiring a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points, and includes a company vehicle and fuel.

What qualifications and skills are required for this position?

You need MOCoPA held within the last 3 years with evidence, Gas Safe certification (CCN1/MET1 or CMA1/MET1 or equivalent), and a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points. Strong customer service skills and safety track record are also essential.

What benefits does Octopus Energy offer?

Benefits include company vehicle, fuel and tools, 600 share options, referral programme, company pension, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, health & wellbeing programme, and opportunities to up-skill to renewable tech like EVs and heat pumps.

What is the application process like?

If successful in eligibility questions, you'll attend Octopalooza for qualification checks, a practical trade test, and a short interview with an Area Manager to discuss your experience and motivation. The process usually takes up to 4 weeks.

Octopus Energy

Provides affordable green energy solutions

About Octopus Energy

Octopus Energy provides affordable green energy solutions to households and businesses across multiple countries, including the UK, US, Japan, Germany, New Zealand, and Australia. The company focuses on the renewable energy market and utilizes technology and data to enhance its services. Its main product offerings include direct energy sales to consumers and the licensing of its proprietary Kraken technology platform to other energy providers. This platform helps streamline energy management and improve customer experience. Unlike many competitors, Octopus Energy emphasizes sustainability and offers additional services such as electric vehicle solutions. The company's goal is to make green energy accessible and affordable while promoting the use of renewable resources.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$2,476.6MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Automotive & Transportation, EnergyIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Company Match

Parental Leave

Flexible Work Hours

Company Equity

OE Group Share Scheme

Risks

Increased competition in renewable energy may impact market share.

Rapid international expansion exposes Octopus to geopolitical risks.

£3 billion repayment to UK government could strain financial resources.

Differentiation

Octopus Energy's Kraken platform optimizes energy usage for zero-bill homes.

The company leads in electric aircraft charging with AeroVolt collaboration.

Octopus Energy's global reach includes partnerships in Brazil and Japan.

Upsides

'Zero Bills' initiative could revolutionize sustainable living in the UK.

Partnership with Energisa opens South American renewable energy market.

Investment in Ocergy enhances offshore wind capabilities globally.

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