Automation Tester (Multiple Roles)

Australian citizenship required. No PR or Work Visa holders. Must have an active Baseline (or higher) security clearance.

What to Submit

1. A tailored resume in docx format

2. A one page (5000 character) summary response to the selection criteria below.

RFQ Details

• RFQ ID: LH-06074

• Agency: Department of Industry, Science and Resources

• Closing Date: Friday, 24 April 2026 – 11:59pm (Canberra time)

• Estimated Start Date: Wednesday, 01 July 2026

• Initial Contract Duration: 12 months

• Extension Term: 12 months

• Number of Extensions: 2

• Experience Level: APS6 equivalent

• Security Clearance: Must have an active Baseline (or higher) security clearance

• Location of Work: ACT

• Working Arrangements:

  Onsite. Remote working arrangements may be considered on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the supervising manager, subject to business needs.

• Maximum Hours: 40 hours per week

Job Details

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources supports the Australian Government's economic agenda through innovation, science and technology, and industry development.

The CIO Division is seeking experienced Automation Testers to support delivery of ICT projects across the Division.

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 execution

• Analyse specifications, user stories and requirements to generate test artefacts

• Raise defects/issues and track faults using Azure DevOps

• Provide input into testing strategy and automation practices

• Test digital solutions for Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) conformance

• Lead and engage stakeholders through User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

• Work within multidisciplinary agile teams

• Undertake other duties as required

Selection Criteria

The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a one page pitch to address all criteria specified. This is equal to 5000 characters.

Essential criteria

1. Experience and expertise in automation testing, and well-developed software testing skills and demonstrated experience in application/system tester roles

2. Expertise in developing test artefacts, including writing, reviewing and executing complex test plans and cases and developing test strategies

3. 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

4. Ability to work in a fast paced, agile, environment with geographically dispersed teams

5. A thorough knowledge or understanding in testing digital solutions for Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) conformance

6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to engage successfully with non-technical stakeholders

Desirable criteria

1. Experience developing test plans/cases for custom applications, including the Azure and Microsoft suite of products and services

2. Experience tracking and managing test plans and test cases through Azure DevOps

3. Experience guiding User Acceptance Testing activities