METER READER: PATTERN B1 – Onandjaba Village Council

A Grade 12 certificate with passes in Mathematics and English is typically required. Some councils may prefer candidates with a certificate in Electrical Studies or Water Resource Management from Namibian vocational institutions like NIMT or NUST. Basic computer literacy is increasingly important as councils digitize their billing systems.

You will walk designated routes to manually read electricity and water meters at residential and commercial properties. Accurate recording of readings and reporting faulty or tampered meters forms a core duty. You must also interact with customers to address basic billing queries and escalate complex issues to supervisors.

Village Councils operate within public service frameworks, emphasizing accountability to ratepayers and adherence to government regulations. Punctuality and reliability are highly valued since meter reading schedules directly affect revenue collection. You may also be expected to participate in community outreach during public meetings or awareness campaigns.

With experience and additional qualifications, you can advance to Senior Meter Reader, Billing Officer, or Revenue Clerk positions. Some councils support further studies in Municipal Finance or Public Administration through staff development programs. Long-term progression to supervisory roles in Revenue Management or Customer Services is achievable with demonstrated performance.

Employment usually includes membership in the Government Institutions Pension Fund and medical aid options through schemes like PSEMAS. Annual leave entitlements follow Public Service Act provisions, typically 24-30 days depending on years of service. Some councils provide transport allowances or protective clothing for fieldwork.

Monitor the Public Service Commission website, local newspaper advertisements, and council notice boards for vacancies. Applications require certified copies of qualifications, a detailed CV, and a cover letter addressing the specific requirements. Councils prioritize candidates with clean driving records, physical fitness for walking long distances, and strong interpersonal skills for customer-facing duties.