Cadet Valuer Pool

Wanted: Curious and adaptable valuation students looking for flexibility and exposure to diverse property types and valuation methodologies.

About the role

Valuation Services provides quality, impartial valuations to support Government service delivery. Under the Valuation of Land Act 1978 (VLA), the Valuer General is responsible for maintaining valuation rolls of all rateable and taxable land throughout the State and conducting interim valuations as required. On behalf of the Valuer General, the Rating and Taxing branch provides values for use by local governments, government agencies and emergency services as a basis to determine property rates, service charges and levies. The Specialist Valuations branch provides market valuations, government assets valuations (including insurance valuations) and mining and business interest valuations.

The Cadet Valuer provides support across all stages of the valuation process, while developing their own skills and knowledge in valuations. This role works closely with, management, valuers, and support staff, assisting them to undertake valuations and related tasks such as inspections, research, evidence gathering and analysis of valuation information including land tenure data, sales, rent, and financial statements.

These roles can be offered on a Full Time or Part Time basis depending on your study commitments, up to a total of 2 years.

If you would like further information, please contact, Belinda De Marchi, Manager Rating & Taxing, on 08 9273 90***or email ***************@landgate.wa.gov.au (but please don’t send your application here).

About Landgate

Landgate is Western Australia’s land information authority. Through efficient and contemporary land information services, Landgate contributes to WA’s economic security and prosperity. We support our customers through our trusted data and services, which underpin WA land titles, property information and valuations, maps and location-based information. Landgate fosters a culture of inclusion, appreciating unique perspectives and opportunities that a diverse workforce generates. Our shared values help to define the culture of our organisation and highlight what is important to us. We offer a purpose-driven, collaborative, and flexible work environment, with opportunities to advance in your career.

We are committed to increasing First Nations representation across Landgate and creating and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace in line with our Reconciliation Action Plan. For Landgate to achieve this, we have applied Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 to this recruitment process. This vacancy is open to all interested applicants however First Nations peoples are encouraged to apply and if deemed suitable, will be prioritised for appointment.  What does this mean? See our FAQ for more information. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64 for additional resources to support your application.

Landgate is a safe and inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and firmly believes the best results come when varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We encourage people from all diversities to apply and are committed to increasing representation of First Nations people, youth, people with disability, people from the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Landgate has achieved White Ribbon Workplace Accreditation.

For more information on our agency, our values and employee benefits, visit our website.

Role Requirements

To be successful in this role, please demonstrate:

• Continuing satisfactory progress towards and continuing enrolment towards completing a degree as prescribed by Regulation 8(1) of the Land Valuers Licensing regulations 1979.
• Possession of an at least a C-A class Driver’s license.
• You are a team player who completes their work in line with expectations.
• You have sound communication skills with ability to interact with others across different levels.
• You can independently research and gather information from a variety of sources to complete tasks.

Please note, this opportunity is open to second and third-year students. Please see Schedule 1A of the above regulations to ensure your degree is relevant to this role.

Applying for the role

If you don’t want to miss out on this great opportunity, apply now by submitting:

• A Comprehensive CV outlining your experience and key achievements relative to the position.
• Statement of academic record.
• Copy of your driver’s licence.
• A covering letter of no more than two pages addressing the key criteria as outlined under role requirements. Please use this as an opportunity to tell us about some situations you have experienced at demonstrate these key criteria and the values we are seeking. This can be from jobs you hold/have held or from your studies and/or volunteering.

Other Important Information You Need to Know!

Vacancies will be offered on a fixed term basis. If a similar vacancy in a similar location becomes available in the next 12 months, applicants deemed suitable may be considered. 

The recommended applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment screening process prior to appointment. This includes provision of a current National Police Certificate that is less than twelve months old, declaration of any previous discipline or misconduct findings or allegations, and the verification of claims made throughout the recruitment process. It is the responsibility of the applicant to incur all costs associated with obtaining a National Police Certificate.

If you have any needs that require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and assessment process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact ***********@landgate.wa.gov.au.