Title:  Test Automation 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 

This is a Fixed Term Position until 30 June 2027

The Automation Test Analyst supports enterprise technology initiatives by analysing business and technical requirements and designing, developing and maintaining automated testing solutions. The role uses Playwright, TypeScript, Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD) and data-driven testing to deliver scalable, reusable and reliable automation frameworks.

Working closely with Business Analysts, Developers, Solution Architects, Functional Testers and Project teams, the role develops and executes functional and regression test suites, investigates failures and supports defect resolution. It also identifies opportunities for automation, maintains test assets and documentation, and contributes to testing standards, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement to support high-quality technology delivery.

What we’re looking for 

You’re someone who: 

• Builds strong stakeholder partnerships, understanding needs and organisational context to achieve shared outcomes.
• Delivers projects effectively, coordinating activities, guiding others and monitoring progress to keep work on track.
• Creates a collaborative environment, breaking down barriers to knowledge sharing and working across teams to deliver outcomes.
• Thinks critically and solves complex problems, considering multiple perspectives and addressing recurring issues with sustainable solutions.
• Applies systems thinking, recognising connections, trends and opportunities across the organisation and broader environment to inform effective solutions.

Click here to access the Position Description. 

Qualifications and experience 

You’ll bring: 

• Strong automation testing experience, including 3+ years in a similar role (mandatory), 1–2 years’ hands-on Playwright and TypeScript experience (mandatory), and expertise in BDD, POM and data-driven testing (mandatory).
• Proven enterprise testing and delivery capability, including developing and maintaining functional and regression test suites (mandatory), using Git/Bitbucket and Azure DevOps for source control, CI, testing and releases (mandatory).
• Strong analytical and technical capability, with experience investigating automation failures, conducting root cause analysis and resolving defects (mandatory), with enterprise technology experience and industry test automation qualifications 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 Thursday,  1 October 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 Dania Joseph, Test Automation Lead at Dania.Joseph@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

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