Municipal Administrator, East London

Role Overview:
We are seeking a Municipal Administrator to manage council billing, reporting, and risk management for utilities including water, electricity, sewer, effluent, refuse, gas, backup electricity, and alternative energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage relationships with landlords, service providers, and tenants to optimize utility output
• Source municipal accounts and assist with new account setup and tenant/council queries
• Perform utility accounting, reporting, and risk management
• Vet and approve municipal bills, check tariffs, and ensure accurate recoveries
• Conduct energy assessments and ensure buildings are on optimal rates
• Support compliance with relevant Acts, bylaws, and internal risk management processes

Requirements:

• Property industry and municipal accounts experience
• Creditors/accounts reconciliation and payment experience
• Intermediate Excel skills; Pastel/SAGE ERP 300 advantageous
• Valid driver's licence
• Experience handling council queries advantageous

Skills & Attributes:

• Analytical, detail-oriented, and numbers-focused
• Excellent communication and conflict management skills
• Team player with service-oriented approach
• Organized, deadline-driven, adaptable, and results-focused
• Able to work under pressure with a sense of urgency

Should you wish to apply please email your CV to .

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.