Test Analyst

Multiple 2-year fixed term contracts available at SA Police for a Senior Test Analyst.

Your new company

South Australia Police (SAPOL) provides a diverse range of services to the community. These services are aimed at producing a safe and peaceful environment by the minimisation of crime and disorder. It is a large complex organisation which, because of the nature of its operations, is constantly subject to public scrutiny and accountability. It provides services to a range of different locations (over 100) spread across the State on a 24 hour a day basis. SAPOL's vision is to provide a visible, responsive police service for all South Australians. All SAPOL employees are guided by Our Values of Service, Integrity, Courage, Leadership, Collaboration and Respect. SAPOL is an
organisation with a proud history and an exciting vision for the future.

Your new role

The Senior Test Analyst is responsible for coordinating and undertaking complex testing services and functions and working closely with other Test analysts to deliver high quality testing and assurance functions. You will primarily be dedicated to a complex and business critical project, but you may also be required to work across a number of smaller BAU and project activities.

What you'll need to succeed

• Prior experience as a Test Lead is vital including directing staff, managing the testing activity for a project, creation of test plans, monitoring and reporting on test progress, and defect management.
• Experience as a test lead for projects including data migration, cloud-based CRM, and systems with complex integrations.
• Significant experience in various forms of testing including system, acceptance, data migration, regression testing and test automation using ALM and UFT.
• Significant and successful experience in the development of system and acceptance testing strategies, plans and result sets.
• Significant knowledge of, and practical experience in, functional and non-functional testing activities, operating in an SDLC and ITIL environment and knowledge of relevant government policy, agency procedures and practices.
• High level analytical skills and a thorough and methodical approach to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technology solutions in business terms, establish rapport and persuade others.
• Demonstrated ability to work under broad direction and exercise judgement and delegated authority in line with relevant policies and procedures.

Salary
ASO6 $97,022 - $102,626 per annum plus superannuation.
SAPOL's IS&T offer a hybrid working arrangement under the direction of the line manager.

Benefits
This is a great opportunity to join a large SA Government department that is going through a transformational change period and investing in ICT as a driver of business excellence.

What you need to do now

If you have the necessary experience as a Senior Test Analyst then please apply via the link below with your CV, cover letter and response to the selection criteria (please request a copy of the PID) or contact Bianca Holmes at *************@hays.com.au.