Job Description

On the hunt for a Test Analyst Team Lead in Centurion!
There's a difference between just managing a testing team and leading one to deliver tangible results. This role is for someone ready to shape quality assurance strategy, lead skilled testers, and make a measurable impact on software delivery across diverse, high-stakes projects.
If you have deep SDLC knowledge, thrive in structured yet agile environments, and understand how to drive value through automation and process refinement, this opportunity is designed for you.
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Duties:
Internal Process

• Oversee the full lifecycle of test planning, execution, and reporting.
• Drive test automation strategy; identify and implement efficiency opportunities.
• Manage regression testing, UAT coordination, and cross-team collaboration.
• Ensure test environments are controlled and defects are documented and resolved.
• Represent the testing team at CAB and interdepartmental forums.

Client Engagement

• Serve as the subject matter expert on testing for internal stakeholders.
• Ensure consistent feedback loops and alignment with SLAs.

People Management

• Lead, mentor and develop the test team.
• Forecast resourcing needs and execute effective workforce planning.
• Manage performance and development, create a high-performance culture.
• Drive innovation and a learning-focused work climate.

Finance and Governance

• Contribute to budget planning, cost management and operational efficiency.
• Ensure governance compliance and risk identification within QA scope.

Job Experience & Skills Required:
Qualifications:

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Bachelor's degree in IT or relevant field (essential)
• ISTQB Certification (desirable)

Experience:

• 6 - 8 years in system testing (essential)
• 2 - 3 years in a leadership/management role (essential)
• Experience with diverse testing tools and large-scale IT projects (advantageous)
• Experience in financial services or insurance (preferred)

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management
• Excellent planning, documentation, and communication skill
• Ability to analyse testing protocols and integrate automation
• Strategic thinking, decision-making and performance management
• Familiarity with testing standards and quality assurance frameworks

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.
For more information please contact:
Joshua Koedyk