We are delighted to congratulate Ian Clarkson, Compliance and Risk Manager (QLD) on his recent appointment as a board member of the Valuers Registration Board of Queensland.
In our recent conversation with Ian, we gained insights into the rigorous selection process he underwent to secure this prestigious position. Ian’s appointment reflects his dedication to valuation, the property industry, compliance and risk management as well as education, qualities that will undoubtedly serve him well in contributing to the Valuers Registration Board of Queensland mission.
We look forward to witnessing the positive impact of his expertise on the valuation industry through this significant role.
Interview with Ian Clarkson
Q1. What unique qualities and experiences do you believe made you a suitable candidate for an appointment as a member of the VRB of Queensland?
The appointment is by the Queensland Government. The VRBQ is their body which controls all Valuers who can work in Queensland. This involves registering Valuers, but also the disciplinary action if there is a complaint against a Registered Valuer. You cannot work in Queensland without the approval of this body on behalf of the State Government. Therefore, they were looking for people with integrity, trustworthiness, broad experience in many aspects of valuation and an astute decision making process that are used to understanding complex issues in legislation and requirements. My broad background in valuing from houses to motels, universities and prisons gives me a cross-section few Valuers see in a career; teaching at universities has provided knowledge of the training and explaining legislation to students; and now, being in Compliance, means that I am more than cognisant with regulations, processes and best practice.
Q2. Can you walk us through the process you underwent to secure your appointment as a member of the VRB of Queensland?
To be appointed to the Board you are recommended by either the Australian Property Institute or the Real Estate Institute of Queensland. The State Government then goes through a background check and other selection criteria which involved a bit more for me as I have worked in Queensland, Victoria and internationally in New Zealand. The State Minister for Resources and Critical Minerals then appoints the Members to a 3 year term. I was nominated for the position by the API.
Q3. Can you explain the role and responsibilities of the Valuer Registration Board of Queensland? How does this organisation contribute to maintaining professional standards in the valuation industry?
Prior to deregulation in other States, all had a Government registration body. Only Queensland and Western Australia maintain this system. In these two States, you cannot, as explained above, work if you are not accredited by the State Government. The main objectives of the Valuers Registration Act 1992 (QLD) are to:
- Protect the public by ensuring that a person registered under the Act is competent to value land in Queensland maintain public confidence in the standard of services provided by registered valuers.
- Impose obligations on persons about the practice of land valuation and their professional conduct
- Manage complaints and disciplinary matters concerning valuers. The vision of the Board is to foster professional excellence in Queensland registered valuers.
Please join us in congratulating Ian Clarkson, Compliance and Risk Manager (QLD) on this significant milestone.
