Graduate - Valuer

Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure NSW. Location: Queanbeyan, NSW. Hybrid working model. Salary: A$84,659 p/a to $92,701 p/a plus superannuation and annual leave loading.

Value NSW (VNSW) is seeking up to six (6) Graduate Valuers to join the in-house Rating & Taxing valuations team. The team values every parcel of land in NSW and provides valuation support for compensation in compulsory acquisitions on behalf of the Valuer General, as well as cross-cluster valuation support as appropriate.

Application close Friday 3 October 2025 at 11:55 PM. Interviews scheduled the week commencing 20 October 2025 via MS Teams. A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing/temporary opportunities of the same role or role type over the next 18 months.

As a Graduate Valuer, you will develop skills to become a qualified Valuer. Upon completion of the graduate program you may be eligible for Associate membership with the Australian Property Institute. The Graduate Valuer undertakes and assists with providing professional, expert and authoritative property and valuation information and technical expertise in line with legislation, policy and community standards and expectations.

The 24-month program includes up to four work rotations of up to six months each with different teams within Value NSW. Rotations may include Rating & Taxing, Objections, Compulsory Acquisitions and Special Valuations to provide wide training and learning experiences.

• Provide professional valuation information and technical expertise consistent with applicable legislation and policy.
• Gain exposure to valuations for rating, taxing and compulsory acquisitions.
• Support cross-cluster valuation work and advisory activities where appropriate.
• Engage with stakeholders and contribute to transparent, objective, timely, and quality outcomes.
• Develop knowledge of relevant legislation and policies and understand how they apply.

The successful candidate will possess:

• Drive, motivation and a commitment to learning
• Strong communication, relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to deliver outcomes efficiently and with quality
• Ability to make decisions within delegations on valuation matters
• Capability to apply relevant requirements transparently and on time
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies

For more information read the full Role Description: Graduate Valuer. To be successful, you will possess:

• Student Member or Provisional Member of the Australian Property Institute
• Completion of, or undertaking, qualifications that meet eligibility for Associate Membership of the Australian Property Institute; must be completed or eligible by end of 2025
• Current driver's licence and willingness to travel

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated agency. If you are motivated, ready to make an impact, and enjoy being busy, we want to hear from you

Apply online with your resume and cover letter. Applications close Friday 3 October 2025 at 11:55 PM. Contact Vicky Sevastidis, Executive Officer, via email at vicky.sevastidis@dpie.nsw.gov.au.

Interviews will be scheduled the week commencing 20 October 2025 via MS Teams.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from people with disability and provide accommodations during recruitment on request. Contact the Talent Team for adjustments and accessibility support.

The Valuer General is an independent statutory officer appointed by the Governor of New South Wales to oversee the State's land valuation system. Value NSW (VNSW) is part of the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure and delivers the valuation system for rating, taxation and compulsory acquisition purposes.

Value NSW provides a range of specialised valuation activities for government partners and manages a large portfolio of valuations for government asset accounting.

Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure NSW. Location: Coffs Harbour, NSW. Building the future of NSW through planning, housing, and infrastructure initiatives.