Job Description

Job Title: APS6 Senior Test Analyst

Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain Baseline Security Clearance

Duration: Initial up to 12 months with extension options of up to 24 months

Industry: Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

Functional Expertise: Software Testing and Quality Assurance

Sub-functional Expertise: Test Analysis, Acceptance Testing, Test Automation, Defect Management and Quality Assurance

Location of work: Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; or Melbourne, VIC

Working arrangements: Onsite for the first 6 weeks, unless otherwise negotiated. Hybrid working arrangements may then be considered. Candidates must reside within reasonable travelling distance of the nominated office location and be available to attend onsite when required.

Closing date: 9AM Friday, 23 October 2026

Description

Our client is seeking an experienced APS6 Senior Test Analyst to support the testing and quality assurance of complex ICT systems and services.

The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing and executing test cases, analysing system requirements, identifying defects and ensuring ICT solutions meet functional, architectural, performance and business requirements.

Working with a high degree of independence under limited direction, the Senior Test Analyst will contribute to test planning, execution, reporting and continuous improvement activities. The role also involves collaborating with internal stakeholders and external software vendors to resolve issues and ensure effective delivery outcomes.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical analysis skills, experience in software testing methodologies and the ability to manage competing priorities while contributing to team performance and quality assurance standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and execute complex test cases based on detailed technical and functional specifications.

• Develop and review test plans, test cases, task cards and supporting test data.

• Create and manage complex test data within external software vendor environments.

• Review test cases developed by team members to ensure accuracy, quality and completeness.

• Apply in-depth technical analysis when designing and executing testing activities.

• Assist in defining requirements for testing environments.

• Record, analyse and report test results, including unexpected outcomes and identified issues.

• Identify, analyse, document and manage software defects, programming errors and operational inconsistencies.

• Conduct testing to verify ICT services meet specified business and technical requirements.

• Monitor testing progress against project schedules and escalate risks or delays where necessary.

• Contribute to improvements in testing tools, processes and automation practices.

• Manage and support small teams, including work allocation, resource planning and performance management.

• Provide coaching, mentoring and training to develop team capabilities.

• Collaborate with stakeholders and external software vendors to resolve technical issues.

• Provide technical advice and recommendations relating to software testing and development.

• Support quality assurance activities and ensure compliance with established testing standards.

• Contribute to business planning, operational improvements and effective project delivery.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in software testing, test analysis and quality assurance within complex ICT environments.

• Experience developing, executing and reviewing complex test cases and test plans.

• Strong technical analysis skills and the ability to interpret functional and technical specifications.

• Experience creating and managing test data, including within external software vendor environments.

• Demonstrated ability to identify, analyse, document and manage software defects.

• Experience with test automation tools, processes and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Familiarity with SAP environments.

• Understanding of acceptance testing, quality assurance practices and testing methodologies.

• Ability to analyse testing outcomes and prepare accurate reports.

• Experience collaborating with technical teams, stakeholders and external software vendors.

• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver testing activities within agreed schedules.

• Experience supporting or managing small teams, including coaching and mentoring staff.

• Ability to quickly develop knowledge of relevant frameworks, legislation, policies, procedures and information management requirements.

• Understanding of privacy, ethics, workplace health and safety, and security protocols.

• Prior experience within government or a similar large-scale organisation.

• Ability to obtain Baseline Security Clearance.

Key Capabilities

• Test Analysis and Execution: Ability to design, develop and execute complex test cases that validate functional and non-functional requirements.

• Acceptance Testing: Experience developing acceptance criteria, validating system functionality and ensuring solutions meet business expectations.

• Quality Assurance: Strong understanding of quality standards, testing processes and compliance requirements.

• Defect Management: Ability to identify, investigate, document and resolve software defects and testing issues.

• Technical Analysis: Ability to interpret specifications, analyse system behaviour and recommend appropriate testing approaches.

• Test Automation: Understanding of automated testing tools and opportunities for improving testing efficiency.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with internal teams and external software vendors.

• Team Leadership: Ability to coordinate work activities, manage priorities and support staff development.

• Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify issues, evaluate alternatives and recommend solutions.

• Continuous Improvement: Commitment to improving testing methodologies, processes and quality assurance practices.

Essential Criteria

Candidates must provide a summary response of no more than 500 words addressing both essential and desirable criteria combined.

- Acceptance testing: Level 4 (SFIA)

Develops acceptance criteria related to functional and non-functional requirements, business processes, features, user stories and business rules. Designs, specifies and executes test cases and scenarios to test that systems, products and services fulfil the acceptance criteria and deliver the predicted business benefits. Collaborates with project colleagues and stakeholders involved in the analysis, development and operation of products, systems or services to ensure accuracy and comprehensive test coverage. Analyses and reports on test activities, results, issues and risks including the work of others.

- Methods and tools: Level 4 (SFIA)

Provides advice and guidance to support the adoption of methods and tools and adherence to policies and standards. Tailors processes in line with agreed standards and evaluation of methods and tools. Reviews and improves usage and application of methods and tools.

- Quality assurance: Level 3 (SFIA)

Contributes to the collection of evidence and the conduct of formal audits or reviews of activities. Examines records for evidence that appropriate testing and other quality control activities have taken place. Determines compliance with organisational directives, standards and procedures and identifies non-compliances, non-conformances and abnormal occurrences.

- Testing: Level 5 (SFIA)

Plans and drives testing activities across all stages and iterations of product, systems and service development. Provides authoritative advice and guidance on any aspect of test planning and execution. Adopts and adapts appropriate testing methods, automated tools and techniques to solve problems in tools and testing approaches. Measures and monitors applications of standards for testing. Assesses risks and takes preventative action. Identifies improvements and contributes to the development of organisational policies, standards, and guidelines for testing.

- User experience evaluation: Level 3 (SFIA)

Evaluates design options and prototypes to obtain user feedback on requirements of developing systems, products, services or devices. Tests the usability and accessibility of components and alternative designs. Administers a range of evaluations, recording data and feedback. Analyses evaluation data and recommends actions. Identifies areas for future user research. Checks systems, products, services or devices for adherence to applicable standards, guidelines, style guides, and legislation. Evaluates the usability of existing or competitor systems to provide benchmark values and as input to design.

Desirable Criteria

- Business situation analysis: Level 3 (SFIA)

Investigates straightforward business situations to identify and analyse problems and opportunities. Contributes to the recommendation of improvements. Follows agreed standards and techniques to investigate, analyse and document business situations. Engages with stakeholders under direction.

- Quality management: Level 4 (SFIA)

Assists in the development of new or improved practices and organisational processes or standards. Assists projects, functions or teams in planning the quality management for their area of responsibility. Facilitates localised improvements to the quality system or services.

- Specialist advice: Level 4 (SFIA)

Provides detailed and specific advice regarding the application of their specialism to the organisation's planning and operations. Actively maintains knowledge in one or more identifiable specialisms. Recognises and identifies the boundaries of their own specialist knowledge. Where appropriate, collaborates with other specialists to ensure advice given is appropriate to the organisation's needs.

How to apply

Please submit your application including your resume and a completed application form addressing the essential and desirable criteria. Ensure your application highlights your experience and any relevant certifications.