Senior Test Analyst

State Government of Victoria, Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

State Government of Victoria in Melbourne is seeking a skilled tester to develop test plans, requirements and scenarios, manage test execution and defects, and produce clear reports. You will lead a team, promote safe and inclusive practices, and ensure timely delivery on projects within the transport and land services portfolio.

The role requires experience with waterfall, agile and hybrid methodologies, strong JIRA skills, and a proactive approach to automation and stakeholder collaboration in

Qualifications

• Experience delivering testing across waterfall, agile and hybrid projects.
• Proficiency in JIRA.
• Automation testing experience is desirable.
• Experience in transport or asset management domain is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop test plans, requirements and scenarios; identify risks and gaps.
• Manage test execution, environments, data and defects; produce test reports.
• Provide team leadership and promote collaboration, safety and inclusion.
• Support timely delivery while undertaking other duties aligned with the role.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Clear communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Tools

JIRA

TestRail

Confluence

Job description

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 12411

About Us

We create thriving places andconnectedcommunities. We plan,buildandmaintainVictoria’s transport,planningand land services. We are committed to a safe,inclusiveand high-performing workplace.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

About the role

Key responsibilities include developing test plans, requirements and scenarios; identifying risks and gaps; managing test execution, environments, data and defects; using automation where possible; and producing test reports. The role also provides team leadership, promotes collaboration, safety and inclusion, and supports timely delivery while undertaking other duties consistent with the role’s skills and classification.

Whatwe’relooking for(Selection Criteria)

You’resomeone who:

• Thinks critically and solves problems, considering the broader business context to identify risks, address recurring issues and deliver practical solutions.
• Communicates clearly and with impact, tailoring information to different audiences to build understanding and achieve outcomes.
• Drives innovation and continuous improvement, using stakeholder insights and information to identify and implement better ways of working.
• Builds strong stakeholder relationships and partnerships, understanding diverse needs and working collaboratively to achieve shared outcomes.
• Leads high-performing teams and embraces technology, effectively planning resources, building capability and using digital solutions to improve service delivery.

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Qualifications and experience

You’llbring:

• Experience delivering testing across waterfall, agile and hybrid projects (mandatory), with proficiency in JIRA (mandatory), TestRail and Confluence.
• A proven ability to adapt and deliver effectively in fast-paced environments (mandatory), with substantial automation testing experience (desirable).
• Experience in the transport or asset management domain (desirable).

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will berequired.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday, 29 September 2026.

Please include both your resume and a cover letteraddressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must besubmittedvia the online portal,we’reunable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role, please contact Parul Srivastava, Project Director via email [e-mail]

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy.

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Applications close Tuesday 29 September 2026 at 11.59pm