EL1 Test Manager – Services Australia Babylon Data is seeking an experienced EL1 Test Manager to support a major Australian Government agency in delivering complex ICT systems and digital transformation initiatives. This prospect will suit an experienced testing professional who combines strategic test management expertise, strong technical understanding, stakeholder engagement and demonstrated leadership capabilities. Position Details: Position EL1 Test Manager Rate Guide $120–$145 per hour, including superannuation Location Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane Duration Up to 12 months Extensions Potential extensions of up to 24 additional months Commencement 1 January 2027 (indicative) Maximum Hours 80 hours per week Security Clearance Must hold Baseline clearance Working Arrangements Initial 6 weeks onsite, with hybrid arrangements considered thereafter Experience Level EL1 equivalent Application Deadline 9 November 2026

About the Role
As an EL1 Test Manager, you will provide leadership and oversight across the planning, coordination and execution of testing activities for complex enterprise ICT environments. You will be responsible for developing effective testing strategies, managing testing resources, establishing quality standards and ensuring that systems meet business and technical requirements. The role requires a high degree of autonomy, sound professional judgement and the ability to engage effectively with technical teams, business stakeholders and external software vendors.

Key Responsibilities
• Develop, implement and maintain comprehensive test strategies, plans, frameworks and methodologies.
• Lead and coordinate testing activities across complex ICT systems, platforms and applications.
• Manage test resources, schedules, deliverables and testing environments.
• Oversee functional, integration, system, regression and acceptance testing activities.
• Establish and maintain testing standards,



governance frameworks and quality assurance processes.
• Review complex test cases, scripts and test data requirements to ensure appropriate coverage.
• Identify, analyse and manage defects, testing risks and quality issues.
• Provide expert technical advice on testing methodologies, tools and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Lead, mentor and develop testing teams, including performance management and capability development.
• Collaborate with project managers, developers, business analysts, external vendors and senior stakeholders.
• Monitor and report testing progress, performance indicators, risks and quality outcomes.
• Support improvements to testing practices, automation capabilities and delivery processes. Essential Experience and Capabilities Applicants must demonstrate substantial experience aligned with the following Skills Framework for the Information Age (SFIA) capabilities: 1. Methods and Tools – SFIA Level 5
• Proven experience selecting, implementing and improving testing methodologies, frameworks and tools.
• Ability to establish standards and promote consistent testing practices across projects and teams. 2. Performance Management – SFIA Level 5
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing technical teams.
• Ability to establish performance objectives, manage resources and develop team capability. 3. Specialist Advice – SFIA Level 5
• Extensive expertise in software testing and quality assurance.
• Ability to provide authoritative advice on complex testing challenges and technical decisions. 4.



Stakeholder Relationship Management – SFIA Level 4
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience managing relationships with business stakeholders, technical teams and external vendors. 5. Testing – SFIA Level 6
• Demonstrated experience leading strategic, large-scale and complex testing initiatives.
• Ability to establish testing strategies, governance frameworks and quality standards across enterprise environments.
• Proven experience managing testing risks and driving improvements to organisational testing capability. Desirable Experience
• Acceptance Testing – SFIA Level 5: Experience planning and managing user acceptance testing, including environments, test scenarios, execution and reporting.
• Emerging Technology Monitoring – SFIA Level 4: Ability to assess emerging technologies and their implications for testing and quality assurance.
• Quality Assurance – SFIA Level 4: Experience conducting quality assessments, identifying compliance issues and recommending improvements.
• Quality Management – SFIA Level 5: Experience implementing quality management frameworks, standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with SAP environments and associated testing practices.
• Previous experience within Australian Government or similarly complex, large-scale organisations. Security and Working Arrangements Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Baseline security clearance. The successful candidate will initially be expected to work onsite for six weeks. Hybrid working arrangements may subsequently be considered, subject to operational requirements and approval. Candidates must reside within reasonable travelling distance of their nominated office location to attend onsite when required. Applications close: Monday, 9 November 2026.

📌 Test Manager – Services Australia (Canberra)
🏢 Babylon Data
📍 Canberra