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Test Engineers

GoSourcing Pty Ltd

Job Type   /   Job Level

Full-time   /   Others/Any

Job Location

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Federal Gov't client is seeking to identify suitable candidates to perform the role of Test Engineers, from junior levels to expert and manager levels, to support the agency achieve overall testing strategies, managing effective planning, monitoring and execution of all testing activities within the agency.

Test Engineers/Managers ensure that their test effort is effectively executed and that allocated activities are completed in a structured, consistent manner in accordance with agreed test guidelines. They use their in-depth knowledge to provide technical advice and development to less experienced testers. They exercise a degree of independent judgement and make decisions within defined parameters that require reliance on skills and knowledge. Test Engineers plan their own work and contribute to teamwork goals in the context of competing priorities, and changes in workplace practices and business improvement strategies.

Estimated start date 2 September 2024

Initial contract duration 10 months

Extension term 12 months

Number of extensions 2

Location of work ACT, QLD, VIC

Working arrangements Onsite

Security clearance Must be an Australian Citizen and able to obtain Baseline

Key duties may include, but are not limited to:

Test Engineer – APS5

execute assigned test cases at various stages of testing on appropriate testing platforms
develop test plans, test cases, task cards, and supporting test data and/or requirements, under own direction from the specifications provided
analyse and report on test activities and results, and escalate issues and risks to senior staff
contribute to team improvement initiatives and projects, including team tools, process changes, and test automation
identify, manage and document defects, programming errors and operational characteristics that are inconsistent with stated requirements and design specifications
conduct testing to ensure the ICT service functions as per requirements
create test data within external software vendor environment
accurately record time and effort for test cases
allocate work to team members, using judgement to match issue complexity and staff capability
provide assistance and training to less experienced testers
support team to follow business processes and align to overall delivery outcomes
maintain up-to-date knowledge of ICT related legislation, policy and
processes and transfer knowledge to other team members
collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective and timely implementation of projects
provide advice and assistance to external software vendors in regard to testing and development of software
assist with cost analysis activities as required

Senior Test Engineer – APS6

create and execute complex test cases on appropriate testing platforms using own in-depth technical analysis of specifications
create complex test data within external software vendor environment
review test cases from team members to ensure quality
develop and review test plans, test cases, task cards and supporting test data, working to the specifications provided
apply in-depth technical analysis, practices and procedures when designing, executing and creating test cases
assist with defining requirements for the test environments
record and analyse test results, and report any unexpected or unsatisfactory outcomes
contribute to team improvement initiatives and projects, including team tools, process changes, and test automation
identify, analyse, manage and document all defects, programming errors and operational characteristics that are inconsistent with stated requirements and design specifications
conduct testing to ensure the ICT Service functions as per requirements
create test data in vendor environment
monitor and manage time and effort to ensure test cases are running to project schedule and escalate any issues
develop staff capability through coaching, mentoring and training
ensure work aligns with business processes and overall delivery outcomes
collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure effective and timely implementation of projects
resolve or escalate issues as required and suggest alternative approaches
perform cost analysis activities as required

Test Manager – EL1

manage the timely delivery of testing outcomes and the quality of testing processes
plan, develop, and manage test cases for different types of testing at various stages of testing on appropriate testing platforms
liaise with project teams to ensure appropriate methodology and testing tools are used for testing processes
review complex test cases from team members to ensure quality
contribute to the approach for scripting, test data requirements gathering, and test data gathering
define and document requirements for test environments
develop and manage team improvement initiatives and projects, including team tools and process changes Test Manager
identify, analyse, manage and report on trends of defects, programming errors and inconsistent operational characteristics
conduct complex testing to ensure the ICT service functions as per requirements
undertake test effort estimation and manage resources to ensure project deliverables are met
lead and support operations of the team, including monitoring business performance, setting priorities, and managing resources and workflow
lead and manage staff, including overseeing the management of performance, attendance, health and wellbeing
develop staff capability through coaching, mentoring and succession
planning to increase performance, engagement and retention
contribute to and influence ICT strategy resolving conflicts as needed
monitor and manage work output and quality, against established
performance standards through interpretation of quality analysis and reporting
report on the achievement of business outcomes, key performance
indicators and quality assurance to manage performance
proactively share knowledge and expertise, and provide assistance and mentorship to less experienced colleagues
prepare and review a range of written material including technical and corporate documentation
assist with the management of finances, resources and budget requirements and issues within area of responsibility
collaborate with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to achieve project outcomes
engage and partner with other agencies and service providers to build service delivery capability
attend interagency meetings and forums to influence business outcomes and share information
encourage innovation, continuous improvement and manage and support change
manage team contribution to costing process
exercise delegation in accordance with legislation and guidelines

Test Engineer – APS5

Ability to:

think strategically and identify broader influences that may impact on work and work area
support and provide assistance to others
build rapport and maintain stakeholder relationships
investigate and respond to identified issues and escalate as needed
clarify expectations and identify concerns
communicate confidently and present messages in a clear, concise and articulate manner
manage time and organise work against performance expectations
contribute towards team work plans
analyse information and make recommendations based on evidence
research and make sound decisions based on sound subject matter knowledge and judgement
work independently and as part of a team under general direction
prioritise competing tasks and work collaboratively to see tasks through to completion
adapt to a changing environment and assist others to adapt

Test Engineer – APS6

Ability to:

think strategically and consider the issues and impacts on work and work area
think laterally and identify and develop innovative approaches
identify risks and steps required to mitigate them
guide and develop staff capability
develop and maintain stakeholder relationships
manage conflict using appropriate strategies and determine issues for escalation
identify and consider expectations and concerns
communicate effectively and adapt communication style appropriate to the audience
establish clear work plans and timeframes for self and others
undertake analysis and draw accurate conclusions based on evidence
research and make decisions based on good judgement, expertise and knowledge
work independently under limited direction and act collaboratively
prioritise competing tasks and work collaboratively to deliver quality projects outcomes
adapt to change and uncertainty and support staff through the process.

Test Manager – EL1

Ability to:

think strategically and align operational activity accordingly
lead and motivate staff to achieve quality outcomes
think laterally and generate innovative approaches
assess risks and implement mitigation strategies
mentor and guide staff learning and development
develop and manage a range of internal and external stakeholder relationships
manage and resolve conflict using appropriate strategies
understand expectations and concerns, and negotiate quality outcomes
understand the audience and context, and effectively tailor communication and communication styles
develop long term plans for the team and manage work in the context of business priorities
undertake objective, systematic analysis and draw accurate conclusions based on evidence
make decisions based on professional judgement, risk evaluation and in the context of the environment
work highly independently under broad direction and act collaboratively
manage competing priorities to achieve quality outcomes and project completion
lead change initiatives and support staff through uncertainty and the change process.