The company
Passionate, curious, and innovative are a few words that describe our people. We are powering the future, connecting communities, and igniting innovation. Orion owns and operates the electricity distribution network that provides power to central Canterbury. As the third largest electricity distribution network in New Zealand, we cover remote rural areas, regional towns, and the city of Christchurch.
We are an essential service and take our responsibilities seriously. We are community owned and working here means a career with meaning and purpose that makes a difference in your very own neighbourhood.
The role
There is a lot happening at Orion, and that success depends on strong digital systems and trusted technology. Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Test Lead reporting to our Head of Digital Delivery & Project Office. You'll be our hands-on driving force behind ensuring the digital initiatives we deliver are robust, reliable and ready to make a difference.
This is a role for someone who loves both the craft of testing and the art of engagement and collaboration. Are you someone who's comfortable talking test frameworks and automation as well as connecting with people and leading through influence and change?
Lead the testing strategy, planning and execution across digital initiatives
Build and continuously improve testing frameworks, standards and tools while developing structure and best-practices
Oversee testing phases from design through to user acceptance ensuring valuable quality outcomes
Act as a trusted advisor - sharing expertise and ensuring we embed a “test early, test often” mindset that builds resilience and reliability
Provide visibility on test progress, risks and quality metrics to ensure we make informed, confident decisions
Work collaboratively across the business ensuring quality and deliverables remain aligned across complex projects
About you
Previous experience in a Test Lead, software testing and quality assurance role within a complex environment with a relevant qualification
Ability to adapt a testing approach to suit the context and environment with a variety of testing methodologies
Strong planning, risk-based testing, and defect management skills with a methodical and pragmatic approach
Familiarity with test automation and environment management and how automation supports quality, efficiency and scalability
Excellent collaboration, communication and stakeholder engagement skills where your transparency and judgement build trusted strong relationships
A positive mindset that blends structure with flexibility bringing a calm, solution-orientated approach
What they offer
You'll find at Orion, you can come as you are and just be you. You will be joining a workplace that values who you are, the work you do, and the way you think.
Importantly, we offer:
Flexible working arrangements, and flexible locations with our Head office in Burnside and satellite offices in Rolleston and Ferrymead
Three days of “My Days” leave
A broad range of workplace benefits from a wellbeing allowance to access to our holiday house in Hanmer!