Test Lead

3 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Peoplebank Full time
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Peoplebank Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Peoplebank Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

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About The Role

Our Federal Government Client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Test Lead to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of testing activities across multiple projects. This role requires strong leadership, a deep understanding of automated and manual testing methodologies, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams working in Scrum methodology to ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions and quick resolution of defects. This is a long-term contract role for 12 months with 2x12 months extension options, located at our client's Canberra site.

As The Selected Candidate, You Will

  • Lead and mentor a team of manual and automation testers across multiple projects.
  • Define and implement test strategies, master test plans, quality gates, and defect triage processes.
  • Collaborate with project managers, developers, and business analysts to ensure full test coverage.
  • Oversee execution of functional, regression, integration, performance, and UAT testing.
  • Support the development and maintenance of automated test frameworks and integration into CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps).
  • Track and report test progress, defect metrics, and quality KPIs to stakeholders.
  • Champion a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
To Be Successful In This Role
  • 7+ years of Dynamics 365 CRM/.NET testing experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
  • Proven ability to define test strategies aligned with project goals and timelines.
  • Experience driving testing capability uplift across people, processes, and tools.
  • Hands-on experience with automation testing and CI/CD pipeline integration.
  • Proficiency in DevOps tools, Agile/Scrum methodologies, and QA best practices.
  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
It Is Desirable If You Have
  • Experience with EasyRepro and Mstest (C#) automation frameworks.
  • Previous experience working in the APS or with government grants platforms.
  • Familiarity with hybrid working arrangements and remote testing coordination.
  • Experience conducting risk assessments and contributing to go/no-go decisions for releases.

Due to security clearance requirements for this role, candidates must be Australian citizens with a Baseline security clearance.

Benefits Of Being a Peoplebank Candidate
  • Personalised Attention: You'll be assigned a dedicated Account Manager to support your unique needs.
  • User-Friendly Services and Ongoing Support: Easy online timesheet lodgement, plus full access to contractor care, payroll, and admin support throughout your contract.
  • Choice and Flexibility: A wide variety of contracting options tailored to your preferences and circumstances.
  • Industry-Leading Payroll Services: Enjoy the reliability of accurate, on-time weekly payments.
  • Contractor Satisfaction Focus: Our goal is to be your top choice for IT contracting and permanent roles—with your success at the centre of everything we do.

Apply now for immediate consideration – contact Carissa Burgos at carissa.burgos@peoplebank.com.au quoting Job Reference:# 268126.

Applications close: Friday, 19 September 2025

Thank you for your interest in the position.


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