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Meters & Metering Systems
Meter Operator (MOP)
Key takeaways
Meter Operator Agents install, commission, test and maintain meters.
If there’s a metering fault, the MOP role is typically central to investigation and rectification.
What is a Meter Operator (MOP)?
In electricity market language, MOP commonly refers to the Meter Operator Agent (MOA) role. They install, commission, test and maintain meters.
Why it matters to businesses
If your meter is incorrect, offline, or misconfigured, it can cause:
- incorrect reads
- estimated bills
- re-billing later
- delays when switching or changing contract arrangements
So even though MOP is “behind the scenes”, it directly affects billing accuracy and admin smoothness.
MOP contracts are often overlooked at renewal — we review them alongside business electricity contracts so the whole metering stack is priced properly.
