Specialist Valuer, Rating & Taxation
Job Description
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Title: Specialist Valuer, Rating & Taxation
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Requisition ID: 12490
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Work Type: Ongoing Full Time
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Fixed Term Period: Not Applicable
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Location: Melbourne - CBD
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Date Posted: 22 Sept 2026
About Us \n
We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace.
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We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.
About The Role \n
The Specialist Valuer, Rating & Taxation Valuations delivers complex statutory valuations, objections, reviews and dispute resolution for Victorian rating and taxation purposes. The role provides authoritative, legally defensible valuation advice, applies legislation and professional standards, and may provide expert evidence to VCAT, courts and other review bodies.
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The role leads quality assurance, risk management and stakeholder engagement with valuation providers, rating authorities, the State Revenue Office and legal representatives. It also leads and develops a high-performing team, promotes consistent and timely outcomes, and upholds Victorian Public Sector values, cultural safety, integrity, impartiality and ethical practice.
What We’re Looking For \n
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- Leads complex projects and engages senior stakeholders to balance competing priorities, manage risk and deliver outcomes. \n
- Builds strong, collaborative relationships across government and with external stakeholders, finding innovative solutions to complex issues. \n
- Provides ethical, inclusive and high-quality leadership, developing people and creating a culture where teams can perform at their best. \n
- Applies strategic thinking and sound judgement to complex problems, considering broader organisational and government-wide impacts to develop sustainable solutions. \n
- Is adaptable and open to new approaches, recognising when strategies need to change and building support for improved ways of working. \n
Qualifications And Experience You’ll bring \n
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- An appropriate tertiary qualification, Certified Practising Valuer (CPV) status and Australian Property Institute (API) membership (mandatory), along with a driver’s licence (mandatory). \n
- Comprehensive knowledge of the Valuation of Land Act 1960 and relevant legislation, case law, regulations, standards and Victorian valuation best practice (mandatory). \n
- Significant Victorian experience delivering statutory valuations across rating and taxation, including Windfall Gains Tax, objections and appeals, with expert valuation skills across diverse property types (mandatory); experience with VMonline and Victorian government land administration is desirable. \n
Pre-employment checks and employment conditions \n
Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.
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Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.
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Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.
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Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday, 6 October 2026.
Redeployees \n
If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy.
Important information \n
If you require any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or need the advert or attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print), please contact us. We're here to support you.
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For further information about the role, please contact Aldo Galante, Manager, Valuation Litigation & Strategy, at .
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