South Australia Police
Job reference:
711465
Location:
5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status:
Short Term Contract
Eligibility:
Open to Everyone
Term, full-time vacancy up to 31 December 2026
The Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) Service supports the frontline policing and corporate operations of SAPOL through the provision of ICT infrastructure and communication platforms, operational software applications, and support services. The Service is responsible for driving the ongoing evolution of ICT capability across SAPOL, through the delivery of high-quality ICT change programs. The Service is structured across four core pillars: Strategy, Innovation and Engagement; Program Delivery; Operational Services; and Security and Assurance. The Service extends from traditional ICT services to encompass a specialist radio and technology capability, including laser and radar calibration services.
The Quality and Assurance Branch provides a wide range of services to IS&T to enable the Service to provide quality reliable systems to SAPOL. This includes managing the lower environments and providing effective change control to protect the production environment. The Branch also manages IS&T contracts and relationships along with managing our equipment and IT assets. The Branch provides a software testing service to the rest of the Service, assuring quality and usability of new or enhanced systems.
The Senior Test Analyst, Automation is responsible for undertaking and coordinating a range of complex software testing services and functions and working closely with other test analysts to deliver high quality testing and assurance specifically through automation practices for new and enhanced ICT systems, services and products. To meet the requirement of the Service the incumbent may be dedicated to a specific project, or work across a number of BAU and project activities.
Special Conditions
* The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
* The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
* Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required.
* The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL's iEngage program.
Salary
ASO6 - $98,478 - $104,165 per annum.
Enquiries
John Brake
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Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
Applicants must submit a covering letter (two pages) addressing the essential minimum requirements of the role outlined in the Position Information Document, a current resume and the contact information of three referees including your current line manager.Applicants external to SAPOL must complete an RF2099 Pre-Employment Declaration Form and submit this with their application.
South Australia Police is dedicated to strengthening trust and collaboration with First Nations communities in South Australia as we shape a culturally responsive and inclusive workplace for First Nations employees.
Our vision is to create safer communities by strengthening the bonds of mutual respect, understanding, and partnerships between police and First Nations peoples. By deepening our appreciation and understanding of First Nations cultures and acknowledging the past, we are committed to focusing on the present and moving forward together into the future.
To strengthen our workforce, South Australia Police encourage applications from First Nations peoples.
South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
People with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.
Applications close:
15/12/2025 5:00 PM
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.