Senior Valuer

Department of Resources QLD; Maryborough; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible working options

Generous leave provisions

Professional development and training

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Department of Resources QLD – Bundaberg QLD is seeking a Senior Valuer to lead a small team and deliver statutory, state land asset and client valuations across a diverse rural landscape. Based in Bundaberg (Maryborough considered), travel across Bundaberg and North Burnett regions is required.

You will provide expert valuation advice, resolve complex issues and contribute to service improvements. The role emphasises leadership, technical valuation expertise and meaningful contributions to

Qualifications

• Experience as a rural valuer delivering statutory/state land asset valuations.
• Ability to lead a small team and mentor valuers.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and advisory skills.
• Willingness to travel across Bundaberg/North Burnett regions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small valuations team delivering statutory and client valuations.
• Provide expert valuation advice and resolve complex issues.
• Prepare Land Court briefs and appear as an expert witness when required.
• Foster stakeholder relationships and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Valuation leadership

Stakeholder management

Technical valuation

Team leadership

Job description

Department of Resources QLD – Bundaberg QLD

Join the State Valuation Service as a Senior Valuer based in Bundaberg (or Maryborough considered). Lead a small team while delivering statutory, state land asset and client valuations across a diverse rural landscape. You will provide expert valuation advice, resolve complex issues, support stakeholder relationships and contribute to service improvements. This role is ideal for an experienced rural valuer who enjoys technical work, leadership and making a meaningful contribution to Queensland communities.

Travel is required across the Bundaberg and North Burnett regions and surrounds which is renowned for its diverse agricultural enterprises, including mixed farming and intensive agricultural systems.

The Queensland State Valuation Service (SVS) delivers accurate and equitable statutory land valuations that support rating, taxation, land management and planning outcomes across Queensland. Based in Bundaberg (preferred), with Maryborough considered, this role provides an opportunity to combine technical valuation expertise with team leadership in a region known for its diverse agricultural industries.

As Senior Valuer, you will lead a small team while managing a significant individual valuation workload. You will deliver valuations for statutory, state land asset and client purposes, support consistent service delivery, resolve valuation objections and disputes, prepare Land Court briefs and appear as an expert witness when required. The role also involves maintaining stakeholder relationships, providing advice on complex land-related matters, implementing new valuation processes and technologies, and contributing to the capability of valuers across SVS.

Success in this role will be demonstrated through high-quality valuation outcomes, effective leadership and mentoring, strong stakeholder relationships, sound judgement in resolving complex issues and a commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence.

Why work for us?

The Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development (NRMMRRD) plays a critical role in supporting Queenslanders across the state—from Cairns to Mount Isa to Warwick - by delivering strong regional outcomes, fostering local economies, and strengthening government-community partnerships. As stewards of over 60% of Queensland's land and key supporters of industries such as mining and manufacturing, our reach and impact are vast.

We are committed to putting our people first - empowering staff, celebrating success, and encouraging innovation. Our workplace is mobile, flexible, inclusive and respectful, and we are focused on growing united, capable leaders. For more information, visit:

We offer:

• Competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing options
• Flexible working options supporting work-life balance
• Generous leave provisions across the Queensland public sector
• Professional career development and training opportunities
• Relocation assistance and provisions
• The chance to help #deliverforqld and be part of Queensland's long-term prosperity

To learn more about the benefits of working with the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development, visit:

Applications to remain current for 12 months.