Utilities Team Leader, East London

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.

Utility management

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

Verification and Optimization

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

Energy Assessments

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

Requirements

Property Industry experience essential

At least 5 years minimum experience within a utility's environment

Creditors/Account reconciliations and payments experience essential

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