This is a permanent full-time position commencing December 2024.
The Integration, Build and Deployment Directorate is the functional area responsible for Security Implementation, Solutions Architecture, Solutions Development and Maintenance, Testing and Assurance and Data Management in an ICT (Information and Communication Technology) context. The Directorate has the responsibility for building, integrating and maintaining technical solutions to organisational challenges ensuring that applications, systems and products are appropriately constructed, integrated, interfaced and configured to meet business needs.
The Testing and Assurance function is critical in systems development as it engages the system users in establishing that it is fit for purpose and provides functionality and ease of use to meet their business needs. This process is based on developing scripts that replicate real work processes and test the solution to meet its defined scope and purpose. Any issues are identified and resolved at this stage to ensure “go live” and transition is smooth.
The Role
If successful you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality, and reliability of software applications by collaborating with external service providers and internal stakeholders. The coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive test strategies, develop policies, standards and processes that ensures consistency of testing and assurance activities in the Department, meet industry best practice and are delivered to specification and the Department’s business needs. In addition, you will actively participate in the creation and coordination of test plans, test scenarios and test scripts, working closely with development and quality assurance teams to ensure that testing efforts align with business needs and project requirements, allowing for effective detection and resolution of software issues.
The Coordinator - Testing and Assurance undertakes research to identify and analyse improved testing and assurance initiatives to address the business needs of the Department and client agencies. This role will require the successful applicant to collaborate across teams and managing testing in multiple projects, all aimed at delivering high-quality solutions that meet user and stakeholder expectations.
Candidates with suitable International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) certifications pertinent to the role will be preferred. Please provide evidence of certification(s).
Professional Benefits
- We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
- Modern end of trip facilities/changerooms
- Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Cam Robins, Manager ICT Corporate Systems on (08) 9264 4362 or cameron.robins@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to six (6) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
1. Demonstrated well developed skills and experience in a development environment, including testing and assurance initiatives and processes.
2. Demonstrated well developed management, planning and change management skills with the ability to coordinate and deliver strategic outcomes.
4. Demonstrated well developed conceptual and analytical skills and experience in providing innovative solutions to important problems and issues.
5. Demonstrated well developed skills and experience in achieving outcomes and delivering quality products and services consistent with customer needs and defined quality expectations, including timeliness.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE931415
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 22 November 2024
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