Test Analyst

Exclaim IT; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Exclaim IT is seeking an enthusiastic testing professional to lead complex test planning for ERP, workforce management, and payroll environments. You will collaborate with business and IT teams to define problems, refine requirements, and design data deliverables.

The role requires experience with automated testing tools like TestAssure and Azure DevOps, plus offshore/onshore team leadership and a strong attention to detail. Commitment to quality and health & safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, IT, or a related field.
• Test Certification required.
• Experience leading ERP, workforce management, and payroll testing environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide the Test Plan outlining strategy, objectives and scope.
• Prepare a Test Execution Plan with SIT/UAT scope and schedule.
• Lead the creation of the Test Scenario Catalogue.
• Update test coverage matrix with SME input.
• Manage Defect Triage and escalate risks for mitigation.
• Oversee Test Summary Exit activities and resolution of tasks.
• Ensure adherence to test management standards and processes.
• Identify improvement opportunities and drive best practices.
• Maintain awareness of Health & Safety practices in testing context.

Education

Test Certification

Bachelor’s degree in CS/ENG/IT

Tools

TestAssure

Azure DevOps

Job description

We are partnering with a leading global organisation to recruit an enthusiastic and driven professional. Our client values innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence, and they are committed to continuous improvement across all business functions. Operating in a dynamic environment, they leverage cutting-edge technology and robust processes to drive strategic business outcomes.

About the Role

We are seeking an individual with an in-depth understanding of existing, new, and emerging data trends. Ideally, you will be able to collaborate closely with both the business and IT teams to define business problems, refine requirements, and design and develop data deliverables accordingly.

Key Responsibilities

• Test Planning & Strategy: Develop and provide the Test Plan, outlining the overall testing strategy, objectives, scope, and approach for the project.
• Test Execution: Prepare a detailed Test Execution Plan that includes the finalised scope, testing schedule, and assignment of System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) test cases.
• Scenario Catalogues: Lead the creation of the Test Scenario Catalogue, ensuring that all scenarios are validated against the Requirements Traceability Matrix and Design workbooks.
• Test Coverage: Gather input from the project team and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to finalise test scenarios for review and approval and update the test coverage matrix to confirm comprehensive testing.
• Defect Management: Manage Defect Triage and **escalate** potential risks and issues for timely mitigation.
• Exit Management: Manage Test Summary Exit activities and ensure the resolution of any outstanding tasks.
• Standards Adherence: Ensure all testing activities adhere to established test management processes and standards, considering the agreed implementation and testing methodology.
• Continuous Improvement: Help improve the way things are done, identify improvement opportunities, and commit to using best-practice operating procedures and policies.
• Health & Safety: Maintain awareness and comply with Occupational Health and Safety practices, reporting all workplace incidents, accidents, and hazards immediately.

What You'll Bring

• A Test Certification, alongside a bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Experience developing and leading complex test planning for ERP, workforce management, and payroll environments.
• Experience managing a team of resources across both onshore and offshore locations.
• Experience working with automated testing tools (such as TestAssure and Azure DevOps).
• Demonstrated experience with time and attendance testing, as well as working within complex, multi-site, and multi-agreement organisations.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify and analyse solutions in a timely manner, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality outcomes within agreed timeframes.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and an analytically minded, solutions-focused approach.
• Alignment with core company values and a commitment to quality and environmental management standards.