" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eLead Automation Test Manager\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18321\"\u003e Software Testing \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18322\"\u003e Test Manager \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18323\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18324\"\u003e Contract - Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 30/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eLocation: Canberra, Melbourne, Brisbane or Adelaide\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSecurity: Must be eligible to obtain Baseline Clearance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorking Arrangement: Hybrid (initial 6 weeks onsite)\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e We are seeking an experienced \u003cstrong\u003eLead Automation Test Manager\u003c/strong\u003e to join a major Federal Government agency on a long-term contract.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a senior, hands-on technical leadership role responsible for developing and leading test automation strategy, frameworks and quality engineering practices across complex enterprise systems.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You\u0027ll work closely with delivery teams, technical specialists and senior stakeholders to improve automation capability, software quality and release confidence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead test automation strategy, architecture, standards and governance.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign and improve scalable, reusable automation frameworks.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOversee API, UI, integration, system and end-to-end automated testing.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntegrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and release processes.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEstablish risk-based testing approaches, quality gates and reporting.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImprove test data management, test environments and automation reliability.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead, coach and mentor technical teams, including code and design reviews.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork with senior stakeholders to identify risks and drive continuous improvement.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSkills \u0026amp; Experience\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExtensive experience leading enterprise test automation or quality engineering initiatives.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong hands-on automation engineering and framework design skills.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExpertise in API, UI, integration and end-to-end automation.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSolid understanding of CI/CD, DevOps, source control and quality gates.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience with test strategy, risk-based testing, defect management and root cause analysis.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven ability to lead technical teams and influence senior stakeholders.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong communication, problem-solving and technical leadership skills.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRelevant qualifications or certifications (ISTQB Advanced, Automation or DevOps) are highly regarded.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an initial 12-month contract with potential extensions of up to 24 months.\u003cbr\u003e Successful applicants will initially be required to work onsite for six weeks before hybrid working arrangements may be considered.\u003cbr\u003e Applicants must be eligible to obtain Australian Government Baseline Security Clearance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShortlisted candidates will be required to submit a one-page pitch addressing the selection criteria.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eInterested? If you\u0027re an experienced Automation Test Manager or Quality Engineering Lead looking for a challenging Federal Government contract, we\u0027d love to hear from you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApply now for a confidential discussion.\u003c/strong\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4482600\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "