Test Manager

Sydney Airport; Sydney; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sydney Airport is seeking a hands-on Test Manager to ensure technology projects in our complex, critical environment are thoroughly tested and ready for business adoption before go-live. In our Project Assurance function, you will lead testing strategies, plans and governance, coordinate with Technology, Operations, Planning and Commercial teams, and drive quality across diverse projects.

You'll partner with stakeholders, manage defects, report readiness, and mentor teams to raise testing

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Test Management, Quality Assurance or Test Analysis within large and complex technology environments.
• Strong understanding of testing lifecycles, requirements traceability, governance frameworks and quality assurance practices.
• Proven ability to develop and execute test strategies, plans and scripts while managing competing priorities across multiple projects.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A collaborative leadership style with experience coaching or supporting team members to achieve high-quality outcomes.
• Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Business, Computer Science or a related discipline. Exposure to operational technology, infrastructure or asset-intensive environments will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of testing strategies, plans and governance activities across a broad portfolio of technology projects.
• Manage end-to-end testing activities, including system, integration, regression and user acceptance testing, to ensure solutions meet business and operational requirements.
• Partner with business, technology and vendor stakeholders to validate requirements, identify risks, manage defects and support successful project outcomes.
• Provide clear reporting and evidence-based readiness assessments that support project governance and release decisions.
• Build strong relationships across the organisation, acting as a trusted advisor and connector between business and technical teams.
• Reform testing and provide business analyst support

Skills

Test Management

Quality Assurance

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Communication

Test Analysis

Education

Tertiary qualifications in IT or related field

Tools

Testing tools

Job description

MAKE IT DIFFERENT
At Sydney Airport, the future of air travel is shaped by you.
As a team, we connect the world. More than just a hub of activity and boundless energy, we’re creating a destination of amazing experiences. Like seeing wonderful moments unfold in front of you, knowing “I made that possible!”.
Dynamic. Fast-paced. We thrive in a place where fresh challenges land daily. Backed by positive and supportive team players and inspiring leaders, we adapt to change. Driven to grow. Owning every action. To do things better.
As smart, problem-solvers, we are always learning and growing. And that’s easier to do alongside passionate experts, as we collaborate across teams readily sharing our knowledge.
Each day is a new journey, as we bring an exciting vision to life. With significant capital investment in new, improved infrastructure, there’s never been a better time to expand your potential at Sydney Airport. The range of responsibilities and diverse pathways you can take on with us, are surprising.
We are SYD. United in the pride that comes with welcoming the world at Australia’s premier gateway.

Job Description

About the role

This is a hand on opportunity to shape the quality and success of technology projects that support one of Australia's most complex and operationally critical environments. As Test Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring technology solutions are thoroughly tested, fit for purpose, and ready for business adoption before they go live. Working within our Project Assurance function, you'll provide independent quality oversight and trusted advice that helps project teams make informed delivery decisions.

Partnering with stakeholders across Technology, Operations, Planning, Commercial and corporate functions, you'll lead testing activities from strategy through to execution, while helping to mature testing practices across the wider Technology team. It's a role that combines technical credibility, stakeholder engagement and leadership, making it ideal for someone who enjoys influencing outcomes and driving quality across complex projects.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to

• Lead the development and delivery of testing strategies, plans and governance activities across a broad portfolio of technology projects.
• Manage end-to-end testing activities, including system, integration, regression and user acceptance testing, to ensure solutions meet business and operational requirements.
• Partner with business, technology and vendor stakeholders to validate requirements, identify risks, manage defects and support successful project outcomes.
• Provide clear reporting and evidence-based readiness assessments that support project governance and release decisions.
• Build strong relationships across the organisation, acting as a trusted advisor and connector between business and technical teams.
• Reform testing and provide business analyst support

About you

• Demonstrated experience in Test Management, Quality Assurance or Test Analysis within large and complex technology environments.
• Strong understanding of testing lifecycles, requirements traceability, governance frameworks and quality assurance practices.
• Proven ability to develop and execute test strategies, plans and scripts while managing competing priorities across multiple projects.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A collaborative leadership style with experience coaching or supporting team members to achieve high-quality outcomes.
• Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Business, Computer Science or a related discipline. Exposure to operational technology, infrastructure or asset-intensive environments will be highly regarded.

What we offer
To find out more about the amazing work environment here at SYD, be sure to check out the Join us section of Sydney Airport’s website, where you can also see more about our flexible culture and work practices, alongside our other Employee benefits , or take a look at our LinkedIn Sydney Airport: Life page .
Make it Amazing

SYD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations Australians, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.