Adelaide-Principal Consultant-Automation Engineering

Planit are world leaders in application testing and quality engineering. We provide solutions that support organisations to deliver high quality systems, applications, and IT architecture. Planit is now a proud NRI company and part of a global movement to deliver a sustainable and secure future through better Information Technology exchanges. Our team offer expert consultancy, bespoke services, tailored training and unique solutions to complex projects. Specialising in digital quality, Planit have a geographic footprint across many continents, with 1700+ permanent employees and have been recognised in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Application Testing Services.

Our values and ethos are focused on an intrinsic connection to our people, the awareness of our environment and our pursuit to be better than yesterday. We continue to lead the industry with unrivalled ideas, ability, and a quest to discern paradigms.

The Role

As a Principal Automation Consultant, you will lead presales, engagement and technical strategy with our client base. With proven technical domain experience, you'll leverage your expertise to articulate, plan and deliver market leading solutions for Planit customers in the Test Automation space. Success in this position requires the ability to knowledgeably communicate Planit's automation solutions in clear, compelling language to other executive and C-suite leaders that demonstrate commercial value to existing and new Planit customers. 

Underpinning the above, you'll also hold senior experience across operational automation testing, including test analysis & design, automation test management, including process optimisation, alongside technical competency with automation solutions and test delivery (TOSCA, Selenium, Java, Playwright, HP-UFT), and scripting capabilities (Javascript, VBScript), with exposure to CI/CD systems (Jenkins, GIT, JIRA, ALM). 

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership: Lead hybrid teams (on-site, remote, offshore), manage senior client relationships, ensure delivery excellence across KPIs, and act as the client's go-to for quality solutions. Provide senior coverage and support across accounts during peak demand or leadership absences.
• Account Growth & Relationship Building: Work with the Account Director and GM to enhance client engagement, provide executive-level consultation, and co-develop roadmaps for growth, including pre-sales solution design.
• Enterprise Solutions & Innovation: Champion innovative strategies including Automation, Performance, Security, and AI by collaborating with our Practice Directors and broader leadership team.
• Cross-Capability Engagement: Lead and coordinate automation testing initiatives across all enterprise domains
• Mentorship & Community Engagement: Contribute to QE people leadership, support initiatives like #HerTechPath, and represent Planit at networking and industry events.

Who You Are

• A strategic thinker who thrives in a dynamic consulting environment with the ability to build credibility, communications and solution development with senior stakeholders.
• A collaborative leader able to bridge delivery excellence with commercial strategy.
• Skilled at navigating complex enterprise environments, with the gravitas to represent Planit across all levels of client organisations.
• An exemplary communicator - you are comfortable in working with C and E level teams, are a natural relationship builder, and are able to have fluid, engaging client conversations
• Flexible, community-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities and programs
• Deep experience with technical planning and delivery of automation test programs in Enterprise environments

What We Offer

• A permanent, senior leadership role in a growing and agile regional team.
• Direct influence over key accounts and service delivery outcomes.
• The opportunity to work in Adelaide with a growing regional team delivering innovative automation testing solutions.
• A flexible, collaborative working culture
• Opportunities to grow your expertise and acumen, taking advantage of a world class training and development programme.
• Wellness activities, staff discounts, free LinkedIn Learning licences, referral bonuses, car leasing options

Apply now for consideration - Planit is an equal opportunity employer.