Test Manager

Areti Group | B Corp; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading utility provider is seeking an experienced Test Manager for a remote contract role focused on ensuring the high-quality delivery of IT systems, particularly Maximo EAM solutions. The successful candidate will oversee the full testing lifecycle, manage testing strategies, and lead test teams, collaborating closely with various stakeholders to address defects efficiently. Strong experience as a Test Manager in IT projects is essential, as is robust knowledge of testing methodologies and tools. This position offers a competitive day rate.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Test Manager or Lead in IT projects, ideally within the utilities sector.
• Strong hands-on experience with IBM Maximo EAM or similar asset management systems.
• Demonstrable experience in managing end-to-end testing activities across complex IT landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the test strategy across projects, focusing on Maximo.
• Lead and manage a team of test analysts, coordinating workloads.
• Develop and maintain test plans and scripts for comprehensive coverage.

Skills

Experience in IT projects

Hands-on experience with IBM Maximo EAM

Excellent stakeholder management

Knowledge of testing methodologies

Experience managing remote teams

Tools

HP ALM

Jira

Selenium

Job description

Title : Test Manager – Remote Contract (Outside IR35)

Location : Remote (UK-based) – Monthly Travel

Contract Type : Contract (Outside IR35)

Industry : Utilities

About the Company :

Our client is a leading utility provider committed to delivering reliable and sustainable services. They are currently seeking an experienced Test Manager to join their team on a remote contract basis, ensuring high-quality delivery of IT systems, with a focus on Maximo EAM solutions.

Role Purpose :

The Test Manager will take ownership of the full testing lifecycle, ensuring that all IT systems, enhancements, and integrations are delivered to a high standard. You will lead testing strategies, manage test teams, and work closely with stakeholders to ensure defects are identified, tracked, and resolved efficiently.

Key Responsibilities :

• Define and implement the test strategy and approach across projects, with a focus on Maximo and other utilities-related systems.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of test analysts, coordinating workloads and prioritising testing activities.
• Develop, review, and maintain test plans, test scripts, and test cases to ensure comprehensive coverage.
• Manage UAT, system integration, regression, and performance testing activities.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, business analysts, developers, and stakeholders to ensure testing aligns with business requirements.
• Monitor, report, and escalate testing risks, issues, and defects.
• Implement and enforce best practice testing methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches).
• Ensure test environments and data are properly managed and compliant with governance and security standards.
• Promote continuous improvement of test processes and automation where appropriate.

Essential Skills and Experience :

• Proven experience as a Test Manager or Lead in IT projects, ideally within the utilities sector.
• Strong hands-on experience with IBM Maximo EAM or similar asset management systems.
• Demonstrable experience in managing end-to-end testing activities across complex IT landscapes.
• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks (e.g., HP ALM, Jira, Selenium).
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience managing remote teams and contractors effectively.
• Ability to work independently and deliver results within tight deadlines.

Desirable :

• Experience with agile delivery environments.
• Knowledge of other enterprise IT systems integration in utilities (SCADA, GIS, ERP).
• Experience in test automation and continuous integration frameworks.

Contract Details :

• Remote (UK-based)
• Fixed-term contract, outside IR35
• Competitive day rate