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Senior Test Automation Specialist

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Work type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Brisbane CBD
Categories: Digital and Technology Group

At WorkCover Queensland our vision is to be the best worker’s compensation insurer, to make a positive difference to people’s lives and to keep Queenslanders working. Our flexible work environment allows you to be your best every day and contribute to the big picture.  

Our organisation is made up of individuals who collaborate and seek to engage others, working together as One Team. We embrace diversity and value people who bring personal energy and authenticity to everything they do. If you’re someone with a strong values-oriented compass and you want to achieve sustainable outcomes, you will find a great community at WorkCover.  

The Senior Test Automation Specialist will report to the Quality Engineering Lead and will provide test automation leadership and education that enables WorkCover QLD (WCQ) to deliver to their corporate strategy.   

About the Role 

  • Lead and advocate for modern test automation practices across the organisation. 

  • Develop and maintain automation frameworks, standards, and governance for varied tech stacks. 

  • Partner with development, platform, and DevOps teams to enable continuous testing and faster software delivery. 

  • Champion quality engineering practices, CI/CD integration, and scalable test solutions. 

  • Mentor and guide teams on implementing functional and non-functional testing, including performance and security. 

A bit about you: 

To express your interest, please submit your resume and a one-page response to the following criteria: 

  • Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (desirable). 

  • ISTQB certification or equivalent (desirable). 

  • Proven expertise in test automation frameworks (Playwright and Karate API essential) 

  • Solid experience with agile, DevOps, and CI/CD tools (e.g., GitHub Actions, AWS). 

  • Strong programming or scripting skills (Java, JavaScript/Typescript). 

  • Knowledge of test management tools (e.g., JIRA Xray), API testing, microservices, and cloud platforms. 

 

A bit about us: 

Working in a collaborative team environment within a supportive and engaged organisation, you’ll enjoy a hybrid work model, access to personalised learning and development opportunities and the holistic support of our health and wellbeing program. We offer industry competitive salaries, a generous superannuation scheme (including co-contribution) and study assistance. You can find out more about our Employee Benefits by visiting Working at WorkCover Qld.  
 
How do I apply? 

Please submit your resume and covering letter to Rebecca Williams, Senior Talent Specialist.   

We are committed to ensuring WorkCover reflects the diversity of the Queensland community. We welcome applications from First Nations peoples, members of the LGBTQIA+SB community, people of all ages, people who are neurodivergent, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

 

To provide you the best experience, we can support with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our recruitment team during your conversation with them. 

 

Pre-employment checks will be conducted on all prospective employees. This will include a Right to Work in Australia Check, Police Check, Education Check, Reference Check and where appropriate a Visa Check. The information provided will be treated as confidential in accordance with the Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld). 

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