Test Assurance Analyst

About this role

• Excellent opportunity for those with expertise in Testing to apply their skills and grow professionally.
• Our dedicated team upholds stability and reliability in their roles, fostering a seamless work environment.
• Contribute to a development process focused on the Department's corporate systems like SAP and finance applications.  
• Fixed-term opportunity until June 2026, based in Wellington.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

As the Test Assurance Analyst, you will play a key role in ensuring that all testing is well supported and executed.  You will analyse documentation, create test cases and execute them, support the business in doing their UAT and support the test manager in executing the test strategy and plans. Your contribution will add value to the testing process by identifying risks, defects, and issues, and providing post-implementation support. By identifying and reporting defects early, you will help resolve problems before they materialise.

This is an exciting and challenging opportunity where you will ensure our systems are continually enhanced while maintaining high-quality standards.

Mōu | About you

Are you ready to take on a highly challenging project - or multiple - with significant complexity and hurdles to overcome? If you bring a track record of navigating similarly demanding initiatives, this opportunity could be the right fit for you.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who thrives in a challenging environment and can quickly contribute from day one.  This role is fast-paced and varied, offering a dynamic workload where each day will bring new responsibilities and opportunities.

If this opportunity interests you and you're up for a challenge, apply today!

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

The successful applicant will bring:

• Experience in the testing industry.
• Ability to understand business requirements and design documents and to translate them into test plans and cases.
• Robust interpersonal and communication skills enabling you to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Skilled in conveying complex technical information to diverse audiences in a clear and accessible manner.
• Experience with medical applications and/or health system/medical knowledge is advantageous.

Utu ā-tau | Salary

The midpoint of the salary range is $91,234 and the full range (85%-120%) is $77,549 - $109,481 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

Mō mātou | About us

Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy.

We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency – applications received via email will not be considered.

When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.

Applications close on: Thursday 24 July 2025, 4pm, NZST.

If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact sarah.zagarelos@corrections.govt.nz or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.