• 12 + 12 + 12 month contract
• Baseline security clearance Required
• Canberra, ACT – WFH Options
• Exposure to automation testing tools, or a demonstrated willingness to learn automation

Our client, a department of the Australian Government responsible for consolidating the Government’s efforts to drive economic growth, productivity and competitiveness by bringing together industry, energy, resources and science, are seeking the experience of a Senior Test Analyst.

Duties of the Senior Test Analyst:

• Review business and functional requirements and collaborate within the multidisciplinary team to design thorough test cases and scenarios.
• Conduct manual testing across web-based applications, including functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance tests to ensure the software performs correctly.
• Follow best practice standards to identify, record, and track defects using Azure DevOps, ensuring all test plans, cases, summary reports, and traceability matrices are clearly and accurately documented.
• Communicate testing progress and issues effectively with developers, product owners, and business stakeholders to support timely resolutions.
• Help maintain test environments and test data.

Skills and Experience Required:

• At least 5 years of experience in manual testing across a broad domain, including but not limited to desktop applications and cloud-based platforms.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing detailed test artefacts, including the creation, review, and execution of comprehensive test plans and test cases, as well as formulating effective test strategies and managing defect tracking throughout the testing process.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively and productively in a fast-paced environment and within a cross functional and geographically dispersed team.
• Demonstrated ability to understand Agile principles and actively contribute as a collaborative member of an Agile team, supporting iterative development and continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.

How to Apply

Please forward your resume to Alex at Recruitment Hive by clicking the Apply button or email your application to info @ RecruitmentHive.com.au. Alternatively you may call Alex on (02) 6299 1006.

Job ID: LH-04601 (RW job unique ID AR649901)

Please note: This role closes on 8th October 2025 however Recruitment Hive welcome late applicants to consider for future opportunities.

We Value Diversity

The Recruitment Hive is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognise the value of diverse perspectives and experience and are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. We encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities, including individuals with disability, Indigenous Australians, veterans, and others, to express their interest in this role.

If you would like a confidential conversation regarding this opportunity or should you require any support or reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please contact Alex via (02) 6299 1006 or [email protected].