Automation Tester

About the role 

As an Automation Tester you will be responsible for the design and development of both functional and non-functional automation test scenarios across the Digital Enablement team to deliver industry-leading digital services for the benefit of the heavy vehicle industry

Key responsibilities include: 

• Translate user stories into effective web application test scenarios and scripts, ensuring that they align with acceptance criteria and enable users to achieve their objectives.
• Develop automation tests for web applications in the JavaScript /ReactJS development domains
• Create and implement test scenarios that ensure compliance with NHVR regulations and data security standards. This includes verifying that Electronic Work Diary (EWD) systems meet all testing requirements, data needs, and specific regulatory guidelines relevant to heavy vehicle operations.

What’s on Offer 

Fixed Term full time position until end of July 2025 based in our Brisbane head office at Newstead’s Gasworks precinct – with cafes, transport and end of trip facilities at your fingertips.

Key benefits include:  

• Rostered days off and additional leave over the Christmas closure – 7 weeks of leave per year! 

• Hybrid work arrangements – work from home two days per week 

• Ongoing training and professional development support 

• Access to wellbeing programs including Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance 

• Superannuation co-contribution scheme 

• Access to salary packaging including novated lease 

About You  

The successful candidate will have: 

• 5+ years’ experience using automation and performance testing technologies
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge in developing automation tests for mobile applications Swift (Xcode) and for desktop applications in Selenium
• Experience with online enterprise software development and collaboration tools, including Azure DevOps suite
• Experience in programming with JavaScript, Cucumber or other BDD Automated testing tools
• Demonstrated experience with Web Software Quality Management Systems in a multi-disciplinary environment

Who we are

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) commenced operations in 2013 as the national entity responsible for regulating all heavy vehicles with a gross vehicle mass over 4.5 tonnes. Headquartered in Brisbane, we employ more than 1,000 people across the ACT, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria. 

Application Process 

We look forward to receiving your application, including CV and cover letter.

Applications close 11:55pm, 24th November -  Please note, applications may close early if suitable candidates are identified prior.  

For any queries, please feel free to contact NHVR Recruitment via recruitment@nhvr.gov.au.  

Successful applicants will be subject to a criminal history check. 

We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities. 

We are not accepting agency introductions for this position

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