The Information Systems and Technology (IS&T;) Service supports the frontline policing and corporate operations of SAPOL through the provision of ICT infrastructure and communication platforms, operational software applications, and support services. The Service is responsible for driving the ongoing evolution of ICT capability across SAPOL, through the delivery of high quality ICT change programs. The Service is structured across four core pillars: Strategy, Innovation and Engagement; Program Delivery; Operational Services; and Security and Assurance. The Service extends from traditional ICT services to encompass a specialist radio and technology capability, including laser and radar calibration services.
The Quality and Assurance Branch provides a wide range of services to IS&T; to enable the Service to provide quality reliable systems to SAPOL. This includes managing the lower environments and providing effective change control to protect the production environment. The Branch also manages IS&T; contracts and relationships along with managing our equipment and IT assets. The Branch provides a software testing service to the rest of the Service, assuring quality and usability of new or enhanced systems.
The Senior Test Analyst, Automation is responsible for undertaking and coordinating a range of complex software testing services and functions and working closely with other test analysts to deliver high quality testing and assurance specifically through automation practices for new and enhanced ICT systems, services and products. To meet the requirement of the Service the incumbent may be dedicated to a specific project,
or work across a number of BAU and project activities.
Special Conditions
The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required.
The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL's iEngage program.
Requirements
Demonstrated experience in automation testing with deep knowledge of UFT/QTP , Playwright, Selenium
Experience in the usage of mobile testing tools (e.g., Appium, Mobile Centre) and web testing methodologies.
Proven experience in implementing automation frameworks.
Proven experience in liaising with external vendors.
Strong people leadership and team management capabilities.
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development environments.
Experience with tools similar to Jenkins, Git, JIRA, Devops and ALM.
Demonstrated experience in Cloud-based mobile testing, along with knowledge of performance and security testing best practices.
Applications Close: 5:00PM 06/08/2026
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South Australia Police (SAPOL) provides a range of policing services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to keep South Australians safe. Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website.
South Australia Police (SAPOL) provides a range of policing services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to keep South Australians safe. Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website.