Senior Utilities Analyst

Flair TM; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term career development opportunities

Work with a large commercial property portfolio

Job summary

Flair TM is seeking a utilities management professional in Cape Town, Western Cape. The role involves analyzing utility consumption, ensuring accurate billing, and improving processes within a diverse commercial property portfolio.

Candidates should have a BCom Degree or relevant diploma, at least five years' experience in utilities management, and strong Excel skills. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to cost recovery and sustainability initiatives within a leading property investment company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in utilities management within property management.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills mandatory.
• Sound knowledge of Eskom tariffs and municipal billing.

Responsibilities

• Analyse utility consumption across a diverse property portfolio.
• Monitor utility trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Review utility recovery ratios and improve billing accuracy.

Skills

Utilities Management

Utility Billing

Advanced Excel

Energy Management

Cost Recovery

Stakeholder Management

Education

BCom Degree or Diploma in Chemical Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Utility management software

Smart metering systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse electricity, water, sewer, refuse, and utility consumption across a diverse commercial property portfolio
• Monitor utility trends, identify anomalies, and recommend corrective actions
• Produce portfolio dashboards, KPI reports, and management reporting
• Deliver meaningful data-driven insights to improve operational performance

Utility Billing & Cost Recovery

• Validate municipal invoices and tenant utility recoveries
• Verify meter readings, billing data, and consumption information
• Ensure accurate cost allocation and recovery across multi-tenanted properties
• Review utility recovery ratios and improve billing accuracy
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and utility cost management

Reporting & Business Intelligence

• Develop utility dashboards and portfolio reporting tools
• Analyse large volumes of utility data to identify trends and inefficiencies
• Prepare executive reports and presentations for senior management
• Provide strategic recommendations to improve utility performance

Stakeholder & Query Management

• Investigate and resolve utility-related queries from tenants, municipalities, and service providers
• Work closely with Property Management, Finance, Technical, and Facilities teams
• Maintain effective relationships with municipalities and utility service providers
• Escalate complex utility issues where necessary

Sustainability & Energy Management

• Support energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives across the portfolio
• Assist with renewable energy projects, including solar PV and battery storage solutions
• Monitor Eskom tariffs, municipal tariffs, and regulatory changes
• Identify opportunities to reduce utility consumption and operating costs

Systems & Process Improvement

• Maintain accurate utility databases, invoices, contracts, and meter records
• Ensure data integrity across all utility reporting systems
• Recommend process improvements and automation opportunities
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Utilities department

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12)
• BCom Degree or Diploma in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related qualification
• Minimum 5 years' experience in utilities management within the property management or energy services sector
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience using utility management software and smart metering systems
• Strong understanding of electricity, water, sewer, and waste management within multi-tenanted commercial properties
• Sound knowledge of Eskom tariffs, municipal billing, utility recoveries, and budgeting
• Knowledge of renewable energy technologies, including solar PV and battery storage
• Understanding of South African municipal regulations and utility compliance
• Valid driver's licence is advantageous

Key Competencies

• Utilities Management
• Utility Billing
• Municipal Billing
• Cost Recovery
• Smart Metering
• Energy Management
• Electricity Management
• Water Management
• Waste Management
• Utility Data Analytics
• Financial Analysis
• Advanced Excel
• Eskom Tariffs
• Municipal Tariffs
• Dashboard Reporting
• KPI Development
• Sustainability
• Renewable Energy
• Solar PV
• Property Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Process Improvement

Who We’re Looking For

We're looking for an analytical, detail-oriented professional who:

• Has extensive utilities management experience within the commercial property sector
• Enjoys analysing complex utility and financial data
• Has exceptional Excel and reporting skills
• Is proactive, solutions-driven, and commercially aware
• Builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and continuous improvement are essential

Why Apply?

• Join a leading property investment and property management company
• Work with a large commercial property portfolio
• Play a key role in utility management, cost recovery, and sustainability initiatives
• Collaborate with experienced Property, Finance, Engineering, and Utilities professionals
• Gain exposure to smart metering, Eskom tariff management, municipal billing, and renewable energy projects
• Excellent long-term career development opportunities within a progressive organisation

Location

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa