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About the role

We are currently recruiting a Metrology Officer to join Metering Services team in Tamworth NSW.

The Metrology Officer is accountable for providing Test and Calibration services supporting compliance and traceability compliance requirements with electricity meters and handheld instrumentation from within the Laboratory environment.

The Officer will be required to provide technical knowledge and skill in application of work to comply with requirements nominated by the Laboratory's accrediting author

Key responsibilities:

Be responsible for the checking and calibration and/or re-verify metering equipment and instrumentation against manufacturer and other required specifications under all business, national and industry required accreditation requirements
Undertake the testing and minor repair of metering equipment and instrumentation against manufacturer and other required specifications under all business, national and industry required accreditation requirements
Undertake the review of emerging technologies in the metering and instrumentation area to evaluate effectiveness and suitability for future serviceability within the business
Evaluate the serviceability of metering and instrumentation equipment and technologies to confirm operational parameters are current and with-in serviceable guidelines
Develop test and calibration routines for metering equipment and instrumentation
Review manufacturer and other industry Lab Calibration Reports for compliance to establish benchmarks for future reference determine suitability for use by the business

About You

Ideally, you will have demonstrated experience in roles within the metering services industry, with a strong understanding of regulatory requirements related to electrical utility meters and the responsibilities of a Legal Metrology Officer. You will possess working knowledge of metering and instrumentation principles, as well as expertise in measurement uncertainty reporting and meter configuration programs for test environments.

Sound experience in laboratory practices and quality assurance principles, particularly within a NATA accredited environment, and are proficient with the testing tools, meters, and equipment will be necessary for the position.

Required Qualifications/Certifications

Certificate IV in ESI - Network Systems or Substations or demonstrated capability through past experience and /or relevant qualifications
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (or equivalent)
General Construction Induction Card
NMI electrical measurement & measurement uncertainty
NMI Calibration and measurement fundamentals

Desirable

Current Qualified Supervisors Certificate (NSW Electricians Licence)

Why Essential Energy

We offer competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience and 16.% superannuation.

Essential Energy offers a broad range of employee benefits, providing you access to product discounts, including Qantas Club, Optus and Health Insurance, Health Programs including fitness passport and other benefits such as 26 week

We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.

An energy network doesn't just keep the lights on… it's a living network that needs to adapt to new and emerging energy generation technologies while still meeting the energy needs of customers.

It requires innovation, commitment, and collaboration to bring people together to solve the energy delivery challenges of the modern world.

Your potential will be realised, and you'll feel a real sense of purpose and satisfaction knowing you have a pivot role to play in delivering the energy of the future to the people who need it today.

For further information please Martin McAuliffe, Zone Substation Field Manager - Metering Services on 0429 446 725.

Applications close on 23 March 2026 11:55pm

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Essential Energy is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applicants to apply regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

As an organisation, our aim is to champion inclusivity in the workplace and celebrate the difference in all our employees.