Shape strategic property decisions for the Banyule community.
As Council's Senior Valuations Officer, you'll represent Council and liaise with the Valuer General's appointed valuer on all municipal valuation functions. You'll also be the organisation's go to expert, providing valuation advice to our Strategic Properties and Projects team on high impact property transactions.
About The Role And What You'll Do
In this role you'll enjoy playing a pivotal strategic role, influencing major property decisions and directly shaping Council's asset management and development outcomes. Day to day you'll:
Lead and manage Council's valuation functions:
Represent Council in all valuation matters, liaising with the Valuer General and appointed contractors, and ensuring statutory compliance for supplementary valuations, rates, land tax objections, and asset valuations.
Provide expert strategic advice and guidance:
Actively contribute to property decision-making by offering authoritative valuation advice on property transactions, acquisitions, disposals, and development projects, supporting both the Strategic Properties and Projects team and the wider organisation.
Drive continuous improvement and collaboration:
Improve valuation processes and systems, facilitate knowledge sharing, and collaborate with internal teams (Rates, Assets, GIS, Building) to ensure efficient data management and capability building, while upholding Council values and delivering high-quality customer service.
About You/what You'll Bring
From numbers to neighbourhoods: bring your valuation leadership to Banyule. You have high-level expertise and professional recognition in property valuations, combined with the skills and ability to provide authoritative advice and collaborate across diverse teams.
* Tertiary qualifications in Property or Land Economics including demonstrated extensive experience in all fields of property valuations – residential, retail, commercial and industrial.
* Demonstrated extensive experience working within the legal frameworks in which local government must operate and the statutory processes needed to be adhered to in relation to all valuation work.
* Demonstrated experience providing strategic valuation advice and collaborating across organisational boundaries.
* Commitment to high levels of customer service, a willingness to be an active and positive team member and always operate by the Banyule organisational values.
* Experience in the use of Victorian computer assisted valuation methodology
* Ability to plan, organise, set priorities and manage time so that organisational resources are optimised and objectives are achieved.
Pre-employment Requirements
* Driver's licence.
* Eligibility for membership of the Australian Institute of Valuers and Land Economists.
What's On Offer
* Salary of $109, $122,671.33 per annum plus super
* A permanent full-time position with a monthly RDO.
* 26 weeks of paid parental leave - primary carer/4 weeks of paid parental leave – partner.
* Collaborative and inclusive team culture.
* Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including health and well-being initiatives.
Ready to make an impact? Apply now
Please submit your resume and a short cover letter setting out your achievements aligned to the Key Selection Criteria in the position description.
For more information or if you have any questions, contact
Julian Harvey
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Daniel Fantin
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Applications close: 10 February 2026
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11:45 PM.
Why choose Banyule
: Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on our community. At Banyule Council, you'll have the opportunity to drive service excellence, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the betterment of our community. We offer a supportive, collaborative, and innovative work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded.
Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email
Our Values:
Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community.
Diversity Statement:
Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.
To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan
Acknowledgement of the Traditional Custodians:
Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present, and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region's history.
Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.
Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment:
Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.
Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.