IT Test Lead | 12-month fixed-term contract Port Melbourne based

We are looking for an experienced Test Lead to drive end-to-end testing and quality outcomes across critical enterprise transformation initiatives at Bega Group. Reporting to the Manager – IT Quality & Testing, you will lead testing activities for the Workforce Management replacement program (Kronos to Humanforce) and support broader data and technology projects. You will play a key role in ensuring robust testing governance, quality delivery, risk management and production-ready outcomes across complex, multi-vendor environments.

Responsibilities

- Lead all phases of testing including System Integration Testing (SIT), UAT, Regression Testing, Payroll Parallels and Release Readiness activities
- Develop, maintain and govern test strategies, plans, schedules and quality assurance frameworks for enterprise programs
- Manage day-to-day testing delivery across internal teams, business stakeholders, vendors and implementation partners
- Provide clear reporting on testing progress, defects, risks and quality outcomes to project and senior stakeholder
- Drive continuous improvement in testing practices, governance standards, tooling and automation capabilities

About You

- Demonstrated experience as a Test Lead or Test Manager delivering testing across large and complex transformation programs
- Demonstrated experience using AI-enabled tools and modern testing technologies to improve testing efficiency, coverage and delivery outcomes
- Strong expertise in test strategy, governance, defect management, risk-based testing and release readiness assessment and hands‑on experience using JIRA for test management, defect tracking and reporting
- Exposure to UiPath or similar automation technologies, with experience across integration and data-driven testing environments
- Experience supporting workforce management, HR,



payroll or enterprise SaaS implementations within complex organisational environments

Bega Group Story

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it's VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day. Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and approximately 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future! Our vision is to become The Great Australian Food Company and this means we focus on creating great food, inspiring excellent people, having excellent aspirations and working for the greater good.

Life at Bega Group

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we're committed to fostering a supportive and agile work workplace for our team. Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture. Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression.



Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with. Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs. Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance.

Applications

At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group. We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia. The Bega Group is home to many trusted and wholesome food brands that are enjoyed in Australia and all around the world. Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX listed company with a turnover in excess of $3 billion and over 4,000 employees is made possible by our values and outward-looking perspective. We have 20 manufacturing sites across Australia, run the largest cold-chain network in the country and are passionate about our customers from the family-run milk bar through to the big supermarket chains. Whether it’s your favourite spreads like Vegemite and Bega Peanut Butter on toast, a dash of Dairy Farmers milk in your morning coffee, a Big M or Dare Iced Coffee on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day at Bega. Our vision is to become The Great Australian Food Company and this means we focus on creating great food, inspiring great people, having great aspirations and working for the greater good.

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📌 IT Test Lead (Melbourne)
🏢 Bega Group
📍 Melbourne