Test Assurance Analyst at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), Wellington (Te Whanganui a Tara)

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Fixed-term opportunity until June 2027.
• Based in Wellington at our National Office.
• Occasional on-site work in the Wellington CBD and outside standard business hours will be required.

Do you bring 1 – 2 years of hands-on testing experience and a strong desire to learn new systems? This is a fantastic opportunity for testing professionals to apply their expertise with a fresh lens and continue growing their career.

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.

Our dedicated team upholds stability and reliability in their roles, fostering a seamless work environment.  This is an exciting and challenging opportunity where you will ensure our systems are continually enhanced while maintaining high-quality standards.

In this role occasional on-site work in the Wellington CBD and outside standard business hours will be required.  The successful candidate will be able to confidently support this work without supervision.

Mōu | About 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:

• 1 – 2 years' experience in the testing industry.
• Weekend and out of office availability.
• 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: Sunday 16 November 2025, 11pm, 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.