Utilities Team Leader

Ability Executive Recruitment Full time

East London, South Africa Posted on 17/02/2026

The Utilities Team Leader will be responsible to assist with council billing, reporting and risk management. Utilities include but are not limited to water, electricity, sewer, effluent, refuse, alternative energy solutions, back-up electricity, gas and/or other utilities that may be used.

• Manage the relationship between Landlord/ Service Providers/Tenants to optimize output. Opening of new accounts with Council.
• Regular Reporting and risk management
• Provide support to the team and functions
• Monitor consumption and recovery thereof
• Generate cost savings in consumption of electricity and water
• Financial reports and accruals

• Assist with utility accounting and administration function to ensure that the accounting on both the cost and recoveries of utilities is accurate per billing cycle, both in respect of:
• Vetting reports on all related municipal billsAnnual tariff audits
• Tracking municipal valuations

• Ensure buildings are on most beneficial rates. Assessments/feasibility studies and reporting
• Ensures compliance with relevant Acts and bylaws. Assist manager with the processes and systems within the area of accountability to ensure compliance and minimize the business risk

• Property Industry experience essential
• At least 5 years minimum experience within a utility's environment
• Creditors/Account reconciliations and payments experience essential