Utilities Team Lead: Billing, Risk & Efficiency

Prudent HR Solutions; East London; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management firm is seeking a Utilities Team Leader to manage utility services including billing and risk management. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in utilities or municipal billing environments and strong skills in utility management, reconciliations, and communication. The role involves optimizing service delivery and efficiency by managing relationships with landlords, service providers, and tenants. A valid driver's license is essential. Position based in East London, Eastern Cape.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the property industry is essential.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience within a utilities or municipal billing environment.
• Experience with creditors, account reconciliations, and payments is essential.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships between landlords, service providers, and tenants.
• Facilitate the opening of new municipal accounts.
• Prepare regular reports and support risk management processes.
• Monitor utility consumption and recovery.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities in electricity and water usage.

Skills

Utility Management

Reconciliations

Communication Skills

Time Management

Relationship Building

Job description

A property management firm is seeking a Utilities Team Leader to manage utility services including billing and risk management. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in utilities or municipal billing environments and strong skills in utility management, reconciliations, and communication. The role involves optimizing service delivery and efficiency by managing relationships with landlords, service providers, and tenants. A valid driver's license is essential. Position based in East London, Eastern Cape.