Overview
Peoplebank Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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About Peoplebank, part of RGF Staffing ANZ, is a leading talent solutions provider. We place the brightest IT & digital professionals into some of the region's top employers. We are expert recruiters who have been placing IT & digital specialists with some of the most dynamic and recognised organisations in the Asia Pacific region for over 34 years.
The Role
Our Federal Government Client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Test Lead to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of testing activities across multiple projects. This role requires strong leadership, a deep understanding of automated and manual testing methodologies, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams working in Scrum methodology to ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions and quick resolution of defects. This is a long-term contract role for 12 months with 2x12 months extension options, located at our client's Canberra site.
Responsibilities
* Lead and mentor a team of manual and automation testers across multiple projects.
* Define and implement test strategies, master test plans, quality gates, and defect triage processes.
* Collaborate with project managers, developers, and business analysts to ensure full test coverage.
* Oversee execution of functional, regression, integration, performance, and UAT testing.
* Support the development and maintenance of automated test frameworks and integration into CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps).
* Track and report test progress, defect metrics, and quality KPIs to stakeholders.
* Champion a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
To Be Successful In This Role, You Should Have
* 7+ years of Dynamics 365 CRM/.NET testing experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
* Proven ability to define test strategies aligned with project goals and timelines.
* Experience driving testing capability uplift across people, processes, and tools.
* Hands-on experience with automation testing and CI/CD pipeline integration.
* Proficiency in DevOps tools, Agile/Scrum methodologies, and QA best practices.
* Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
Desirable
* Experience with EasyRepro and Mstest (C#) automation frameworks.
* Previous experience working in the APS or with government grants platforms.
* Familiarity with hybrid working arrangements and remote testing coordination.
* Experience conducting risk assessments and contributing to go/no-go decisions for releases.
Due to security clearance requirements for this role, candidates must be Australian citizens with a Baseline security clearance.
Benefits Of Being a Peoplebank Candidate
* Personalised Attention: You'll be assigned a dedicated Account Manager to support your unique needs.
* User-Friendly Services and Ongoing Support: Easy online timesheet lodgement, plus full access to contractor care, payroll, and admin support throughout your contract.
* Choice and Flexibility: A wide variety of contracting options tailored to your preferences and circumstances.
* Industry-Leading Payroll Services: Enjoy the reliability of accurate, on-time weekly payments.
* Contractor Satisfaction Focus: Our goal is to be your top choice for IT contracting and permanent roles—with your success at the centre of everything we do.
Apply now for immediate consideration – contact Carissa Burgos at carissa.burgos@peoplebank.com.au quoting Job Reference: # 268126.
Applications close: Friday, 19 September 2025.
Please note: Only candidates that meet the above criteria will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the position.
Additional Information
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Contract
* Job function: Quality Assurance
* Industries: Staffing and Recruiting
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