Test Analyst | Wellington City

Job Description

Te Haeata/The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Permanent Full time Test Analyst to join the Case Services Team, Digital Office, Ministry of Justice.

As part of the Case Services team, you will be working as a Test Analyst, responsible for the test planning, design and execution of acceptance testing for products, services and projects. Test Analysts work closely with Project Managers, Technical Product Leads and Business Managers to ensure that effective and efficient acceptance testing occurs to provide business stakeholders with confidence in the delivered solution. This position reports to the Continuous Improvement Manager, Case Services.

We provide a supportive, inclusive environment where you can bring the best of you to the job.

The test analyst is responsible for testing and acceptance activities for the Case Services team. This role involves defining the testing approach and scope for each release or delivery, as well as estimating, planning testing effort to ensure high-quality outcomes are achieved. The position is hands-on, requiring active involvement in test scripting and execution across services.

Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we have outlined and believe you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you!

To be successful in this role you will be able to communicate effectively, have good attention to detail, the ability to learn rapidly and be focussed on delivering high quality outcomes to our customers. You will also have:

• Intermediate level experience as a test analyst (2 to 3 years)
• Experience in test planning, test scripting and test execution
• Basic competence in current market computing technologies, Windows and Microsoft products
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, planning and organisational skills
• Experience working in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Some technical skills such as SQL and test automation desirable but not necessary.
• The role will provide some exposure to technical tools with opportunities to learn these skills and develop your career.

Mō mātou/About us

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

The Case Services team is responsible for the digital solutions, service development and change that support the Courts, Tribunals and Judiciary. 

The team ensure roadmaps and plans for services are developed, maintained, and aligned to our Digital Strategic Plan and customer-centered initiatives.

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions. 

Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here

We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:

• 4.4 weeks holiday leave
• flexible work hours where possible
• an online professional development portal
• access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

See our full range of benefits here.

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.

Utu ā-tau/Salary

The appointing salary for this role will be between $82,770 and $112,332 based on skills and experience. 

Tono mai/Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on 9 March 2026; however, we will be reviewing applications as they come in and may invite successful candidates to interview before the close date.

If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz

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