2 X Lead Test Analyst

Company description:

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. For more information about the Department of Education, please visit http://www.dec.nsw.gov.au/

Job description:

• 2 x Temporary/ Full-Time - Up to 30 June 2026 with possibility extension.
• Location: Eveleigh Australian Technology Park. Hybrid working arrangements.
• A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill anticipated vacancies over the next 18 months.
• Competitive remuneration ranging from $120,859, to $133,183 plus super & annual leave loading.

A unique opportunity working at the Australian Technology Park within the Information Technology Directorate for NSW Department of Education. You will join a highly collaboratively supportive team with the opportunity to being exposed to new technology while working autonomously with learning and development opportunities.

About the role

The Lead Test Analyst provides technical consulting / subject matter expertise in the design, execution, analysis and reporting of test plans and strategies for enterprise systems / sub-systems under development and the application of quality assurance processes in order to safeguard the quality, reliability and completeness of educational and business systems deployed on DoE platforms.

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Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements, including - hybrid/work from home arrangements.
• 35 hour working week.
• Competitive salary, salary sacrificing, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
• Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions.
• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth.

About you

• SAP certifications related to HR and SuccessFactors.
• Possess sound technical knowledge and skills in development, technical testing solution building.
• Demonstrated initiative, analytical, and problem-solving skills and proven ability to initiate and participate in business improvement activities.
• Thrives in a high pressure and fast-paced environment while having the ability to multitask.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work cohesively with stakeholders to deliver results.
• Ability to work with a team and autonomously.
• Highly organised.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, people person.
• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department's Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department's Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements of the role

• Experience as an SAP Test Lead (5 years minimum) across large portfolios and programs of work with in-depth understanding of core SAP functional and implementation principles.
• Extensive experience as an SAP Tester with working knowledge of Payroll processes and modules like PA, OM, Time and Leave, ESS, MSS, HCM Success Factor, Recruitment and Onboarding modules.
• Extensive experience and understanding of testing principles and methodologies.
• Experience in the preparation of Test Plans, test scripts, test results and defect reports.
• Solid understanding of the various software testing methodologies, types, and test case design techniques.
• Experience in use of test management tools such as HPQC.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.

• Industry certification in relevant technologies or equivalent industry experience.
• Industry certification in relevant technologies or equivalent industry experience
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education

About the Department of Education

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia, with nearly 100,000 employees across NSW in our schools and corporate offices. Our purpose is centered on the delivery of high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population.

For more information about the Department of Education, please visit NSW Department of Education

How to apply

When applying you will need to:

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role as well as providing answers to the 2 pre-screening questions below:

1. Describe your experience in managing and performing acceptance testing of large complex SAP systems confirming the system meets its business requirements in an educational and/or corporate environment in an agile methodology. (300 words maximum)
2. Describe your proven ability to work within a team environment and manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines within a large project environment. (300 words maximum)

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

Closing date: 29 April 2024 at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Ramya Vempaty details at *************@det.nsw.edu.au

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (*****@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion."

A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. A talent pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.