Our client is looking for multiple Automation Testers for a long-term contract role with an initial 12-month engagement and a likely further extensions. The right candidate, preferably be based in Canberra, ACT to work at the client's office, however hybrid working arrangements will be considered on a case-by-case basis , for candidates who match the requirements for the role. In this latter case, regular travel to the client office (ACT) will most likely be required, at the candidates's cost. Notes: MANDATORY , all candidates must be an Australian citizen and hold a current Baseline clearance OR be able to obtain Baseline clearance, All candidates must have the skills and experience listed below, and Have at least 5 year's relevant local working experience in the field. Key duties and responsibilities: Create and oversee test plans and strategies including test plans using Azure DevOps Write, review and execute test cases on web-based applications Effectively prioritise testing efforts, and test case execution Work within multi-disciplinary project teams to analyse documented specifications, user stories and requirements to generate test cases and test plans Raise defects / issues and log and track faults using Departmental tools including Azure DevOps Provide advice and input into Testing Strategy and support implementation of automation testing practices. Testing digital solutions for conformance to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) Lead and engage with Business Stakeholders throughout the User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Process Be a contributing member of a multidisciplinary team using agile and traditional delivery methods Undertake other duties as required. Essential criteria: Experience and expertise in automation testing, and well-developed software testing skills and demonstrated experience in application/system tester roles Expertise in developing test artefacts, including writing, reviewing and executing complex test plans and cases and developing test strategies Ability to collaborate and work productively within a cross functional team of Product Owners, Business Analysts, Architects, Application developers, Web Developers and Subject Matter Experts Ability to work in a fast paced, agile, environment with geographically dispersed teams A thorough knowledge or understanding in testing digital solutions for Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) conformance Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to engage successfully with non-technical stakeholders Desirable criteria: Experience developing test plans/cases for custom applications, including the Azure and Microsoft suite of products and services Experience tracking and managing test plans and test cases through Azure DevOps Experience guiding User Acceptance Testing activities Notes: Your daily rate will depend on skills, experience. Start date for this assignment is anticipated to be the beginning July 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Full time requirement, standard 8 hours per day (40 hours per week) and flexible/remote working arrangements provided. The successful candidate must provide a one page summary of their alignment with the skills criteria specified above (up to 5000 characters). If you feel this role is for you, then please press "Apply" now >
