quality assurance engineer

Department of Primary Industries and Regions

Job reference: 695621

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Short Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Quality Assurance Engineer to be part of our Corporate Services Division within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.

The primary purpose of the role is to support / provide / deliver contribute to major work programs to modernise, transform and deliver a range of sustainable, user-focussed, digital government services for the South Australian community. This role is responsible for designing, creating, testing and deploying effective quality assurance/test solutions for software and supports a team of developers for the creation and enhancements to large and complex digital solutions to achieve significant business outcomes.

The Quality Assurance Engineer contributes delivering the agency's priorities including manage risk and recovery and perform well. The role contributes to delivering expert and specialised advice and coaching across a range of technical areas to ensure overall quality enhancements are delivered while minimising regression impacts.

About Us

South Australia is internationally recognised for the quality of its agriculture, food, and wine. Our regions are the backbone of our state and the economic powerhouse that drives prosperity for all South Australians.

The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency working in partnership with our primary industries, regional stakeholders and across all levels of government to advance the prosperity and sustainability of South Australia's primary industries and regional communities.

We are a passionate team of around 800 people working across metropolitan and regional South Australia to develop and protect our state's regions and food, wine, aquaculture, fisheries, forestry, grains, livestock, dairy and horticulture industries.

It's no wonder there are so many exciting and diverse career opportunities in our organisation. If you're ready to join us, apply now

Benefits

At the Department of Primary Industries and Regions, we offer our employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning and development and flexibility.

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Department of Primary Industries and Regions is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, irrespective of culture, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or age.

Special Conditions

• Successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete a National Police Check (NPC) prior to being made an offer of employment.
• Australian residency or current works permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
• Opportunity up to June 2026.
• Full time, 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

• Possession of a current driver's licence and willingness to drive.
• Out of hours work and intrastate travel may be required.
• Australian residency or current work permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
• You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations when applying for a role.
• The incumbent will be required to undertake emergency management training and must be willing to participate in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities required by government agencies.

Remuneration

ASO7 - $108,109 min - $116,864 max per annum, plus superannuation

Enquiries

Aaron Osterby

Manager, ICT Product Development

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Email:

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Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please see the attached applicant instructions, and outline your skills and experience in relation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge, Strategic Focus and Achievement Orientation capabilities of the attached role description.

Applicants must include the contact information of at least 2 referees with 1 being your immediate supervisor/manager and a completed "Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector" form.

Applications close: 13/09/2025 11:45 PM