Apply now Job no: 492891
Work type: full-time
Location: Multiple locations, Canberra
Categories: Information Services
Senior Test Analyst Canberra based or other AMSA locations available You will play a lead role in coordinating IT project test teams and ensure the operational suitability and readiness of projects and BAU changes through defined test and change management processes.
You will work with AMSA IT and business users to develop test strategies and plans for all phases of the software development lifecycle including system test, user acceptance testing and production verification testing.
This role will see you engage, negotiate and report on test outcomes with a number of internal and external stakeholders, including vendors to support the successful delivery of projects.
You will be responsible for:
Planning and strategy involving understanding the project requirements, defining the scope of testing and determining the appropriate test methodologies and techniques to be used.Manage the test team including assigning tasks, coordinating resources and monitoring team's progress.Be integral part of test preparation and execution of test scripts.Overseeing the defect management process including documentation, tracking and resolving any defects discovered during testing.Manage priorities across testing for BAU activities and projects.Supporting production support activities.Providing feedback to the project team resources (e.g. Project Manager, Business Analysts, Developers).Identification of test risks and issues.Assistance with Change Management activities.Commit to the AMSA Code of Conduct and Values.To be successful in this position, you will have the following skills and experience:
Substantial senior test analyst / test lead experience with a solid understanding of structured test methodologies and processes.Ability to lead testing and/or be the only tester on a project.Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis experience.Excellent problem-solving abilities.Ability to prioritize tasks and set realistic deadlines.Hands on experience with testing enterprise platform solutions (e.g Dynamics 365).Experience with using test management tools (e.g. Devops, JIRA).Experience with different development methodologies (e.g. Agile, Waterfall).Understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).For more information about this role, please refer to the position description.
We are committed to a supportive and collaborative work environment, which is why AMSA offers:
Flexible work including work from home arrangements.Health and wellbeing programs including annual flu vaccinations and a healthy lifestyle reimbursement.An office-wide Christmas period shutdown (in addition to annual leave provisions).An ability to work for an organisation charged with protecting our marine environments and saving lives.ABOUT AMSA The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is responsible for the safety of international shipping and domestic commercial vessels, protection of the environment from ship sourced pollution and search and rescue nationally.
AMSA offers unique and interesting career opportunities, and we employ around 450 people across Australia. To learn more about our organisation please visit our website.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION Diversity and inclusion are a priority at AMSA.
Our role means that we impact and influence communities right across Australia, this is why it is essential that we draw on the diversity of our people to successfully deliver our mission of "ensuring safe vessel operations, combatting marine pollution and rescuing people in distress". We are proud to have been recognised as an Inclusive Employer 2022-2023 by the Diversity Council of Australia, and continue to focus on embedding inclusive values within our organisation. Don't meet every single requirement? At AMSA we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway – you might just be the person we're looking for!
We encourage applications from people of all diverse backgrounds and are committed to supporting you to reach your full potential. You can find more information about our diversity and inclusion commitments in our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.
HOW TO APPLY Please complete your application on our website via the Careers at AMSA page by Wednesday 4th December. You will need to provide:
your resume (maximum of 3 pages).a brief cover letter (maximum 800 words) outlining what you will bring to this role.For any questions regarding the role please contact Joshua Nixon on 02 6279 5749.
AMSA does not engage staff under the Public Service Act 1999. AMSA engages employees under the Australian Maritime Safety Authority Act 1990 and our remuneration arrangements are specific to AMSA. Advertised: 20 Nov 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 04 Dec 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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