Federal Government client, a frontline in government service delivery is seeking Test Engineers to determine and then carry out testing activities to validate the design and behaviour of systems and services.

APS5 Test Analysts 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. APS5 Test Analysts use their in-depth knowledge to provide technical advice and development to less experienced testers. APS5 Test Analysts work under the general direction and support of senior staff. They exercise a degree of independent judgement and make decisions within defined parameters that require reliance on skills and knowledge. They 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 01 January 2027

Initial contract duration 12 months

Extension term details up to 24 months

Experience level APS5 equivalent

Location of work QLD,ACT,VIC,NSW,SA

Working arrangements Hybrid The Labour Hire Worker is expected to work onsite for the first 6 weeks before a hybrid adaptable working arrangement can be considered, unless otherwise negotiated. A hybrid flexible working arrangement may then be considered, ensuring the Labour Hire Worker’s residing address is within reasonable travel time and distance of the RFQ location to present onsite in cases of emergency or to meet business requirements. The location is the capital city of selected state/s.

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

Duties May Include





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 elevate 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 internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective and timely implementation of projects





provide advice and assistance to external software vendors in regards to testing and development of software

assist with cost analysis activities as required

exercise appropriate delegations in accordance with legislation and guidelines.

Preferred Knowledge/Qualifications

ISTQB Certified Foundation Level Tester with extensive knowledge and understanding of:

frameworks, legislation, policies, procedures and information management requirements relevant to the work area

the agency’s privacy, ethics, workplace health and safety and security protocols

relevant business systems and tools

Technical skills

SAP CRM

SAP S/4 HANA

PEGA

M204

Siebel CRM

Waterfall and Agile methodologies

Testing tools – API, Postman, Optim, Mainframe

Testing across web browser and mobile devices/tablets

Prior experience within government or similar large-scale organisation preferred

Criteria The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a one page pitch to address all criteria specified. This is equal to 5000 characters.

Requirements Essential criteria

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 ris

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