Senior Test Analyst
Date: Sep 15, 2026
Location: Melbourne, VIC, AU, 3000
Company: VicGov People Careers
About Us
We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace.
We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.
About the role
This is a Fixed Term Position until 30 June 2027
The Senior Test Analyst plans, leads and delivers testing across Dynamics, digital, functional and User Acceptance Testing. They work with testers, business stakeholders, vendors and third parties to ensure quality deliverables, effective resource planning and successful testing outcomes aligned with project goals.
Key responsibilities include developing test plans, requirements and scenarios; identifying risks and gaps; managing test execution, environments, data and defects; using automation where possible; and producing test reports. The role also provides team leadership, promotes collaboration, safety and inclusion, and supports timely delivery while undertaking other duties consistent with the role’s skills and classification.
What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)
You’re someone who:
- Thinks critically and solves problems, considering the broader business context to identify risks, address recurring issues and deliver practical solutions.
- Communicates clearly and with impact, tailoring information to different audiences to build understanding and achieve outcomes.
- Drives innovation and continuous improvement, using stakeholder insights and information to identify and implement better ways of working.
- Builds strong stakeholder relationships and partnerships, understanding diverse needs and working collaboratively to achieve shared outcomes.
- Leads high-performing teams and embraces technology, effectively planning resources, building capability and using digital solutions to improve service delivery.
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Qualifications and experience
You’ll bring:
- Experience delivering testing across waterfall, agile and hybrid projects (mandatory), with proficiency in JIRA (mandatory), TestRail and Confluence.
- A proven ability to adapt and deliver effectively in fast-paced environments (mandatory), with substantial automation testing experience (desirable).
- Experience in the transport or asset management domain (desirable).
Pre-employment checks and employment conditions
Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.
Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.
How to apply
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Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday, 29 September 2026.
Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.
For further information about the role, please contact Parul Srivastava, Project Director via email Parul.Srivastava@roads.vic.gov.au
Redeployees
If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy.
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