Test Lead

Bright Purple Resourcing Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,118,000 - 1,788,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Purple Resourcing Ltd is seeking two experienced Test Leads to own testing across a major warehouse automation programme in the UK. You will lead a small, growing test team, define the testing approach, and ensure structured delivery in live environments.

The role requires proven Test Lead experience in operational QA, with hands-on testing of complex systems. Prior exposure to warehouse/automation projects is highly desirable. This is a 6-month contract outside IR35.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Test Lead, guiding testing teams.
• Strong operational QA testing background, ideally in warehouse or logistics environments.
• Hands-on testing of complex systems in live settings.
• Experience leading testing on large-scale operational or automation programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide the test team, setting the approach and ensuring testing is planned, structured and delivered.
• Test complex systems and business processes in a live operational setting, taking ownership from start to finish.
• Provide programme confidence in quality at every stage.
• Coach and develop less experienced testers.

Skills

Test lead

QA standards

Live ops testing

Team leadership

Delivery focus

Tools

Exotec Skypod

Job description

Test Lead, Warehouse Automation Programme (x2)

Location:UK | Contract: 6 months | Rate: Statement of work Engagement - Outside IR35

Bright Purple is supporting a major warehouse automation implementation programme and we’re looking for two experienced Test Leads to take ownership of testing across the delivery.

This is a senior role for someone who has led testing in live operational environments and knows what it takes to get complex automation into a working warehouse. You’ll lead a relatively junior test team, so you’ll bring structure, direction and strong QA standards, while staying hands‑on with the testing yourself.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll lead and guide the test team, setting the approach and making sure testing is planned, structured and delivered properly. You’ll test complex systems and business processes in a live operational setting, take ownership of testing activities from start to finish, and give the programme confidence in quality at every stage. Coaching and developing less experienced testers will be a big part of the role.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience as a Test Lead, managing and guiding testing teams
• Strong operational QA testing background, ideally within warehouse, logistics or operational environments
• Hands‑on experience testing complex systems and business processes in live settings
• Experience leading testing on large‑scale operational or automation programmes
• A strong delivery focus and the confidence to take ownership

What will really make you stand out

Warehouse automation experience is the key thing here. Experience with Exotec Skypod Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems is the ideal match. If you haven’t worked with Skypod but have strong experience with other robotic warehouse management or automation systems, we’d still very much like to hear from you.

If you’ve led testing on warehouse automation programmes and want your next challenge,