Test Analyst - Perth, Australia - WA Primary Health Alliance

Description

About Us

WA Primary Health Alliance is part of the Australian Government's national Primary Health Network (PHN) program which aims to strengthen, improve, and connect the primary care system. As the operator of Western Australia's three PHNs, our state-wide structure and strong partnerships allow us to deliver better health, together.

At the heart of our Vision and Mission is an ongoing commitment to working closely with GPs, health professionals, service providers, hospitals, government and the community to strengthen primary care state-wide.

We are united in working towards a more connected and collaborative primary health care system to improve health equity and health outcomes for all Western Australians, particularly those at risk of poor health.

We are guided by our Strategic Plan 2023 – 2026. To find out more about us and what we do, please go to our website:

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive culture for all our staff, health providers, partners, and community members. The contribution and participation of people with diverse bodies, identities and experiences is crucial to the work we do and allows us to shape a health system that is fit for the future.

WA Primary Health Alliance acknowledges, and pays respect to, the Traditional Owners and Elders of this country. We recognise their diversity and the significant importance of their cultural heritage, values, beliefs, and self-determination in contributing to the positive health and wellbeing of the whole community. We also acknowledge and welcome all members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans/transgender, intersex, queer, asexual, aromantic and other rainbow (LGBTIQA+) communities and celebrate the extraordinary diversity of people's bodies, identities, relationships, and experiences.

We encourage applications from every background and ability, including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+ people, people from multicultural backgrounds and people with disability.

The role

We are seeking a proactive Quality Test Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the quality and reliability of our systems by analysing current and future state system requirements. Your primary responsibilities will include planning, documenting, preparing, and executing all test activities for our Primary Health Insights systems. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand user quality requirements and minimize adverse impacts to existing PHI Production systems. The primary purpose will be to develop test plans and test cases for System Integration Test (SIT) and User Acceptance Test (UAT), record software defects, track them through to resolution, publish test results and prepare test status reports.

This role will be offered as an on-going position on a full-time basis and offers the flexibility to work from home and office.

Key tasks and responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test activities following a structured methodology throughout the software development life cycle.
• Adhere to and propose enhancements to the overarching PHI Test Strategy, testing, and release practices to ensure the delivery of stable and reliable PHI systems.
• Identify defects, assess their potential impact on software functionality, and recommend the scope of adequate Regression testing.
• Support the design, development, and improvement of test and release practices to enhance overall system quality.
• Identify potential risks to test scope and timeline and communicate them to PHI Quality and Release Lead and/or Project Leads and Managers.
• Establish a Traceability Matrix as part of system test scoping and planning to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Review overarching test strategy and test management plans, adhering to guidelines and principles provided therein.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes, methodologies, and tools by proactively identifying areas for optimisation and efficiency gains within the testing lifecycle.

About you

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following selection criteria:

Essential experience and education

• Tertiary qualifications in Computer Science or a closely related field.
• Extensive experience across all levels/phases of IT systems testing.
• Strong proficiency in various testing types, including System, Integration, Performance, and User Acceptance testing.
• Proven track record in problem-solving and root cause analysis within a testing environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Advanced skills in documenting project test plans and accurately estimating test efforts.
• Demonstrated capability in developing and executing system test cases, encompassing systems integration scenarios, with or without test tools.
• Proficiency in coordinating testing activities across projects and providing comprehensive status reporting to stakeholders.
• Previous experience as a software quality assurance analyst or test analyst within a software development setting.
• Proficient in writing and executing SQL queries for effective database testing.
• Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies.

Our Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangement that combines remote work (3-4 days per week) with office presence in our modern Subiaco office (1-2 days per week).
• Commitment to employee development.
• Salary packaging - WAPHA's arrangement allows for a maximum of $15,900 for general living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment benefits per fringe benefit tax year.
• Competitive salary.
• Professional development allowance ($1k per year).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Additional paid parental leave.
• Gifted paid day off during Christmas shut down period.
• Annual $200 health and wellbeing reimbursement scheme.
• All employees have access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Study leave options available.
• Option to purchase additional leave.
• 13 weeks long service leave after 10 years of continuous services (accessible on a pro-rata basis after 7 years).

To Apply

Please submit your application by clicking the 'Apply' button.

Your application should include your CV along with a cover letter. The cover letter should outline your interest in working for WAPHA and address the selection criteria as outlined in the job advertisement demonstrating your skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role.

Applications close Tuesday 30th April 2024.

WAPHA reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the advertised close date.

For further information please email Please note that applications must be submitted via the link provided – applications received by email will not be accepted.

Applicants must hold current, unrestricted working rights in Australia to be eligible for this role. Candidates without valid authorisation to work in Australia will not be considered. Compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations is mandatory.

WA Primary Health Alliance builds and strengthens primary health care in Western Australia, so people can access the services they need closer to home. As the operator of all three Primary Health Networks in Western Australia, we aim to ensure that the people most at risk of poor health have access to quality care. By working closely with GPs, health professionals, service providers, hospitals, government, and the community to strengthen primary care state-wide, we are delivering better health, together. The Digital Services Portfolio delivers seamless, informed, people centred digital services that contribute to organisational success. It does so by implementing seamless, well-integrated digital processes that improve outcomes for users; continual access to timely, reliable information to inform decision-making; and people-centric digital design that supports the way people access and use services. Primary Health Insights and Primary Sense are Digital Services offered to other participating Primary Health Networks across Australia which also sits within the Portfolio.

The Portfolio's teams are Information Systems, Architecture and Design, and Primary Health Insight Services.