Title:  Test Analyst

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

Job Location: 2 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

The Data & Digital division provides the department with operational excellence for data and digital enabled services and project execution for large scale design and uplift initiatives.  This role sits within the Spatial Services and Planning Solutions branch of Data & Digital and is responsible for the planning, management and execution of testing activities for planning digital solutions for the state of Victoria.  

The Test Analyst operates within an Agile delivery environment, collaborating closely with scrum team members, business stakeholders, vendors, and other relevant third parties to ensure the successful delivery of system, integration, and user acceptance testing across supported business applications. The role is responsible for designing and documenting test cases, executing both manual and automated tests, monitoring and reporting testing activities, and promoting a quality-first mindset throughout all stages of the delivery lifecycle. This includes supporting testing activities for both existing production applications and the implementation of new systems, platforms, and technology solutions. 

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria) 

You’re someone who:

• Enjoys delivering quality digital solutions and working within Agile teams to support successful project outcomes.
• Can plan, coordinate and execute testing activities, including test design, automation, defect management, and reporting.
• Identifies and manages quality risks, ensuring issues are addressed early and solutions are reliable, stable, and fit for purpose.
• Builds strong relationships with stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams to drive collaboration and shared success.
• Drives continuous improvement, using data, systems thinking, and innovation to enhance testing practices and team performance.

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Qualifications and experience 

You’ll bring: 

• Tertiary qualification or proven extensive experience in manual and automation testing (mandatory) 
• Experience working in agile software delivery environments (mandatory)
• Experience working with AWS cloud and related services (mandatory)
• Experience working with project and testing tracking tools such as Confluence, JIRA, Zephyr, Miro (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 

Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application. 

Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday, 23rd 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 Balwinder Singh – Agile Development Manager via balwinder.singh@transport.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 here: 
https://www.vic.gov.au/public-sector-industrial-relations-policies-2025/redundancy-redeployment-and-retrenchment 

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