Test Automation

You may have been part of some big projects before, but this work is legacy-building.

If finding complex technological solutions is your game, we've got the team for you. You're going to help us create seamless operations that result in efficiency for millions of customers.

In this role, you'll:

You will lead the development and delivery of a test automation strategy for real-time applications, championing a “Shift Left” approach across manual and automation teams.

You’ll assess and implement appropriate automation tools, build and maintain robust frameworks using Testing and DevOps principles, and embed automated test execution across non-production environments.

You’ll monitor and report results, lead automation testing initiatives, and provide training, guidance and support to strengthen team capability.

You’ll also contribute your expertise across broader testing activities while promoting coding standards, collaboration and continuous improvement, helping create an inclusive environment where innovation, diversity and wellbeing are valued.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you

You’ll bring strong experience in software automation testing, with demonstrated expertise using tools such as Python/Selenium and Cypress to create, maintain and analyse automated test scripts.

You’ll have hands-on programming experience with scripting languages including VBScript, JavaScript and Python, along with experience conducting automation feasibility analysis and designing and maintaining automation frameworks.

You’ll be confident developing automation test plans and reports and using Confluence and JIRA dashboards.

You’ll also have experience translating stakeholder requirements into end-to-end technology governance standards aligned with relevant policies and standards, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively and deliver quality outcomes within a team environment.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. 

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy  

Apply today 

Applications close 11:59 PM Friday 16 October 2026.

For more information about this role, please contact EMILIA.MAIELLO@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW 

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