Plant & Equipment Valuer

Hilco Global (Australiasia) Pty Ltd; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilco Global (Australiasia) Pty Ltd seeks an experienced Plant & Equipment Valuer to join our team in Australia. The role blends field inspections with office reporting, offering genuine flexibility between site work and remote duties.

You will inspect, catalogue, and photograph industrial assets, deliver accurate valuations using market data, and support our online auction and asset disposal platforms while advising corporate clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in Plant & Equipment valuation.
• Accreditation with ASA, AVAA, or API is essential.
• Experience with online auction industry and asset disposal is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections of plant and equipment across sites.
• Prepare market research and valuation reports with industry data.
• Support online auction and asset disposal teams with valuation insights.
• Act as trusted advisor to corporate clients and lenders.

Job description

This is a highly dynamic role offering an excellent mixture of field and office-based work. You will not just be writing reports from a desk; you will be out in the field, engaging with assets firsthand, and gaining direct exposure to the online auction and asset disposal industry. This position offers genuine flexibility, allowing you to manage your own workflow between site inspections, office collaboration, and remote work.

Key responsibilities

Field Inspections: Travel to client sites across all states to inspect, catalogue, and photograph a diverse range of plant, machinery, and industrial equipment.

Valuation & Analysis: Conduct market research and utilise industry data to deliver accurate, compliant valuation reports.

Auction Collaboration: Partner closely and assisting our online auction and asset disposal teams, leveraging real-world auction data to inform your valuations.

Client Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor to corporate clients, financial institutions, and turnaround practitioners.

About you

Minimum 5+ years of industry experience specifically in Plant & Equipment (P&E) valuation.

Current professional accreditation or membership with ASA, AVAA, or API is essential.

Prior experience or a strong understanding of the online auction industry and asset disposal markets is highly desirable.

A self-motivated professional who thrives on variety and can seamlessly pivot between autonomous field work and office/home-based reporting.

Exceptional written communication skills for report writing, and strong interpersonal skills for client management.

A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel for regional or interstate site inspections.

About us

We are a premier, boutique asset monetisation firm specialising in unlocking maximum value from industrial assets. We blend traditional valuation expertise with the fast-paced world of online auctions. We pride ourselves on agility, bespoke client solutions, and deep industry knowledge. As we continue to expand our footprint across the eastern seaboard & SE Asia, we are seeking a highly experienced, adaptable Plant & Equipment Valuer to join our dynamic team.

• True Flexibility: A role tailored around output, not clock-watching. Enjoy a healthy hybrid balance of field, office, and home working environments.
• Location Choice: This role can be permanently based in either Victoria or New South Wales.
• Auction Industry Exposure: Expand your skillset beyond static valuations by working directly with a fast-growing online asset disposal platform.
• Boutique Culture: Enjoy direct access to leadership, a collaborative team, and real influence over business outcomes.
• Competitive Package: Highly attractive salary package negotiable based on your 5+ years of expertise.