ABOUT US
At Custom Fleet we've been using our smarts to make the complex simple for over 40 years. It's the driving force that continues to make us the fleet and leasing leader in Australia and New Zealand today.
When you join Custom Fleet, you're joining a business that is Going Places. With us, what you do and who you are matter. Being part of our diverse crew means you'll feel welcome, empowered and have lots of fun celebrating our success (and that sure does feel good!). We are a crew of accountable go getters on a journey of continuous improvement – we collaborate and support each other, working hard to win for our customers, for our business, and for each other. Whilst winning isn't everything, we are proud of our success and love it when we reach the #1 spot.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The QA & Test Automation Lead is responsible for the quality outcomes across the delivery portfolio and acting as the independent authority on whether initiatives are ready to progress or go live.
You will own the quality assurance standards that underpin delivery defining what "good quality" looks like and ensure testing is built into delivery from day one. You will also lead the portfolio's test automation strategy enabling scalable and repeatable testing outcomes across multiple initiatives.
This is a highly influential role where your judgement, independence and technical capability will directly shape delivery quality, risk management and release decisions across the organisation. This role can be based in either Melbourne or Sydney
Essential duties:
• Own and maintain QA standards across the portfolio, including expectations for test coverage, defect management, test evidence and release readiness.
• Act as the independent quality authority, providing objective assessment of whether initiatives meet QA standards for progression and go live.
• Provide formal release readiness assessments as an input to Director-level decisions.
• Maintain visibility of portfolio-level quality risk, identifying systemic issues and escalating where standards are at risk.
• Evaluate and integrate third-party or internally developed automation solutions aligned to portfolio standards.
• Integrate test planning into programme planning (environments, test data, entry and exit criteria).
• Lead, develop, support QA testers, setting clear expectations for quality, professionalism and technical capability.
Other duties:
• Contribute to uplift of quality maturity across the function through standards, guidance and practical enablement.
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will portray the following:
Essential:
• Demonstrated experience owning QA outcomes in complex technology delivery environments with accountability for standards rather than task execution.
• Strong understanding of software QA principles, test strategy design and lifecycle integration.
• Proven technical capability in test automation, including development of scripts, frameworks and tooling.
• Ability to assess, integrate automated and manual testing approaches across teams or vendors.
• Strong judgement and professional independence to provide objective quality assessments under delivery pressure.
• Portfolio-level perspective to identify systemic risks and recurring quality issues.
• Strong leadership and coaching capability to develop QA professionals and uplift delivery team capability.
Other:
• Clear communication skills, ensuring quality risks and release decisions are understood and trusted by senior stakeholders.
Education & Experience
Essential:
• Extensive experience leading QA outcomes in complex technology environments with accountability for standards and outcomes.
• Proven experience managing and developing QA professionals, including coaching and holding standards under delivery pressure.
• Strong hands-on experience designing and developing automated test frameworks, scripts or tooling.
• Experience defining and enforcing QA standards across teams, projects or portfolios.
• Ability to independently assess testing approaches and provide objective release readiness recommendations.
Other:
• Experience working across Agile and structured delivery models.
• Familiarity with modern test automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines and continuous testing practices.
• Experience contributing to quality maturity uplift across a function.
FOR YOU
Annual performance bonus
Take 5 program - potential to earn an extra week of annual leave
Collaborative hybrid work environment - 3 days in office
Gender‐neutral parental leave - 12 weeks paid entitlement
Dress for your day policy
Intersection - our Diversity Network
Cultural Leave swap
Access to our digital learning platform, Degreed
Reward and recognition programs
Volunteer and community engagement opportunities
Wellbeing leave
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking 'Apply Now'.
At Custom Fleet we are committed to growing a team made up of diverse people, skills and experiences. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries.
NEXT STEPS
Should you progress to the next stage, Spark Hire will contact you via email with instructions to complete a one‐way video interview.
OUR DIVERSE CREW
Research shows that women and people of diverse backgrounds are less likely to apply unless they meet every single requirement. If you're excited about this role and aligned with our values, we encourage you to apply — even if your experience doesn't perfectly match every point.
If you have a disability and require adjustments (alternate formats, interview arrangements, accessibility support), please contact our recruitment team at car••••@customfleet.com.au or call 18•• ••• 681, and our Customer Service Team will arrange a return call from Talent.
UNLAWFUL CONDUCT COMMITMENT
Custom Fleet is dedicated to maintaining a culture of respect with zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment or victimisation. We uphold the highest standards of ethical behaviour and compliance with all relevant laws.
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Vehicle Rental & Removalists 101-1,000 employees
At Custom Fleet we've been using our smarts to make the complex simple for over 40 years. It's the driving force that continues to make us the fleet and leasing leader in Australia and New Zealand today. When you join the Custom Fleet family, you're joining a business that is Going Places. With Us, what you do and who you are matter. Being part of our diverse crew means you'll feel welcome, empowered, and have lots of fun celebrating our success (and that sure does feel good!). We are a crew of accountable go-getters on a journey of continuous improvement – we collaborate and support each other, working hard to win for our customers, for our business, and for each other.
At Custom Fleet we've been using our smarts to make the complex simple for over 40 years. It's the driving force that continues to make us the fleet and leasing leader in Australia and New Zealand today. When you join the Custom Fleet family, you're joining a business that is Going Places. With Us, what you do and who you are matter. Being part of our diverse crew means you'll feel welcome, empowered, and have lots of fun celebrating our success (and that sure does feel good!). We are a crew of accountable go-getters on a journey of continuous improvement – we collaborate and support each other, working hard to win for our customers, for our business, and for each other.
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Perks and benefits Annual performance bonus An extra week of annual leave & wellbeing day Hybrid work environment – 3 days in office Company funded social events Dress for your day policy Intersection – our Diversity Network Cultural Leave swap Volunteer and community engagement opportunities
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