Grad Meter & Comms Eng

Who We Are

Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) owns, operates and invests in infrastructure which delivers gas to more than two million homes and businesses, and is one of the largest gas infrastructure businesses in Australia. AGIG manages over 40,000km of distribution networks, more than 4,300km of transmission pipelines and 60 petajoules of storage capacity. We employ over 500 team members and manage a contractor workforce of approximately 1600, who provide both specialist and operating and maintenance services on AGIG's gas distribution networks.

AGIG is leading the way for the Australian renewable gas sector, and are committed to sustainable gas delivery today, and tomorrow. Our business is actively participating in the energy transition by delivering the natural gas needed today and advancing solutions for the future. Our Net Zero Ambition and emissions reduction targets outline our ongoing dedication to a sustainable energy future. Our Net Zero Ambition is to:

• Achieve net zero emissions in our own operations
• Enable net zero for our customers

About the Opportunity

This is a 24-month fixed-term graduate opportunity designed to give you practical, hands-on experience in the energy industry. As a Graduate Metering & Communications Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the safe, efficient, and compliant management of distribution metering systems and technologies.

You’ll work alongside experienced professionals to contribute to the development of metering standards, manage metering assets and agreements, and gain insight into the regulatory and operational landscape. This role offers a unique opportunity to build on your existing technical skills and contribute to the development and adoption of emerging digital metering technologies that support a sustainable energy future.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with service providers and meter suppliers to support distribution metering needs.
• Assist with the coordination of interval meter site installations and ensure compliance with market rules and regulations.
• Support the approval process for new meter types and associated equipment to meet network requirements.
• Contribute to the effective and safe management of gas metering assets.
• Assist in audits, reviews, and feasibility studies to ensure cost-effective asset management.
• Support procurement, installation, and maintenance of metering services.
• Assist with testing and quality assurance of meters and communication equipment.
• Contribute to financial reconciliation and regulatory reporting to comply with gas distribution system codes.
• Support the development of procurement specifications and review supplier performance to optimise cost efficiency.
• Assist in the development and monitoring of meter replacement and testing programs in line with regulatory requirements.
• Help plan and develop metering standards and policies that align with business goals.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets to ensure effective allocation of metering resources.
• Contribute to the management of Head End Systems, portals, and communications for metering assets.
• Collaborate with Information Technology teams to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
• Assist in the evaluation and development of new remote metering technologies.
• Maintain awareness of AGIG’s environmental and social goals and contribute to our net zero targets.

About You

• A degree in Engineering, preferably Electronic, Communications, or Mechatronics, OR a tertiary qualification in Computer Science or Information Technology
• Experience working in the utilities or energy sector
• Familiarity with databases and data querying
• Exposure to wireless communications technologies and/or device management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Clear and confident communication
• Ability to interpret technical and regulatory information into actionable plans
• Sound judgment and decision-making ability
• Willingness to learn and contribute to innovative energy solutions

What we Offer

• We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by Diversity Council Australia, and our commitment to diversity and inclusion has earned us recognition in 2023-2024. Join us to be part of a team that values and celebrates differences, ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard and respected.
• Dive into a culture and shape a better future with us: Join a team that has dedicated over 1,900 volunteer hours, and raised collectively more than $100,000 through donations, fundraising and our dollar matching program, for causes that are important to them.
• Bonus incentive program
• A range of flexible working arrangements and leave options, including three additional leave days and the option to purchase two weeks of additional leave each year
• Professional Development opportunities to support your career growth
• Wellbeing and Inclusion program including Employee Assistance Program, annual flu vaccinations and access to free annual health checks
• Social activities, community partnership programs and paid volunteer days
• Range of rewards and recognition activities across the company
• Salary Continuance Insurance

AGIG is committed to a workplace that promotes and recognises the diversity of its employees and the broader community that we serve by applying the principles of equity, fairness and transparency. A diverse and inclusive workplace is consistent with achieving AGIG’s values of Trust, Accountable, Care and One Team.

Interested in this opportunity but are unsure of meeting all the requirements? If this role excites you, we strongly encourage you to apply - your unique skills and experience could be exactly what we need!

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake background checks which include reference checks, police check and a pre-employment medical.

Applications Close: 4.00pm, 29th October 2025