Capita Helensburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Overview
Join to apply for the Test Manager role at Capita. This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract. This is a hybrid role; you will be required to be in the Faslane office twice a week and have the ability to travel to Portsmouth/Plymouth on a monthly basis. Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance at SC level.
The role involves developing, managing and delivering through to Authority approval the test methodology, evaluation, and acceptance across the full range of RNSTC programme deliverables over the life cycle of the programme.
Responsibilities
* Developing and implementing the RNSTC test strategy, framework, and supporting tools and processes.
* Ensure all testing activities meet defined standards and support strategic goals of the Authority and Team Fisher.
* Define and manage business and user acceptance testing across all phases.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective input and ownership throughout the testing lifecycle.
* Oversee the full software testing lifecycle (STLC), including tooling, coverage, and effectiveness.
* Drive continuous and incremental test delivery aligned with quality standards and programme objectives.
What we're looking for
Essential skills & experience
* Previous experience of working with 3rd party suppliers
* Proven experience of working on large complex projects
* Exposure to accessibility, resilience, compatibility, and security testing. Initiating and advising on analysis practices, including the effective use of exploratory test techniques
* Experience working as Test Manager or Programme Test Manager
* Ability to create and implement Test Strategies
* Ability to lead, coach and mentor
* Test Qualifications (ISTQB or Equivalent)
* Specific knowledge of Royal Navy training systems and methodology
* Specific knowledge of the current issues and challenges associated with UK Royal Navy Submarine Service training
* Specific experience and understanding of the issues and challenges associated with the HMNB Clyde base location
* Knowledge and / or background understanding of the Selborne Training Requirement
* Current SC clearance
About Selborne
Selborne is a £1 billion, 12-year contract which commenced operations on 1 April 2021. It is a strategic partnership between Team Fisher (a consortium of partners, led by Capita) and the Royal Navy, to transform 80% of shore-based training for sailors, submariners and marines.
We\'re proud of our Team Fisher and Royal Navy strategic partnership. Working across 14 locations, we\'re operating under a \'Whole Force\' approach, working openly and putting collaboration at the heart of everything we do. We have a mix of uniformed and non-uniformed colleagues who are collectively delivering together. Our combined training approach brings together the very best subject matter expertise. Together we bring depth, understand and real-life hands-on experience, alongside a wealth of industry and academic best practice to develop and implement the latest learning techniques, modernisation and quality improvements.
What\'s in it for you?
* Offering a salary of up to £65,000
* 23 days\' holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave
* The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice
* Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks\' fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks...and plenty more
* Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology
* Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform
* Access to onsite facilities such gym, swimming pool and ski slope
* Onsite, secure parking at both sites
* Catering facilities and shops accessible
* Working on a high profile project
* Flexible working with paid travel to south of England
Equal opportunity and recruitment
At Capita, we are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want to hear from you if you'd like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318. For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website. If you have a question that does not relate to adjustments, please email our Talent Acquisition team - CPScareers@capita.com.
We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us.
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Project Management
Industries
* Outsourcing and Offshoring
* Consulting and IT
* System Testing and Evaluation
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