Test Lead - OAT Testing

Test Lead - OAT Testing

Test Lead - Senior Consultant

Job Type: Permanent Location: London / Salisbury Hybrid (See Travel Requirements)

The Role

At [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk], we’re more than just a consultancy, we’re a team of passionate problem-solvers, tech enthusiasts, and quality champions. As a Senior Consultant, you will play a key role in ensuring our clients’ systems meet the highest quality standards, moving beyond functional testing into the critical realm of operational resilience.

You will be hands-on and highly experienced in leading teams, setting priorities, and building rapport with key stakeholders. This role is specifically designed for a technical leader who can bridge the gap between traditional testing and infrastructure operations.

Key Technical Responsibilities

• Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT): Lead and execute OAT workstreams to ensure solutions are fit for purpose and operationally ready.
• Monitoring and Observability: Utilise Microsoft SCOM to design and verify infrastructure monitoring, ensuring proactive service health visibility.
• Automation: Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate test execution, environment setup, and reporting metrics.
• Functional Testing: Oversee system, system integration and end-to-end.
• Test Documentation: Establish comprehensive test plans and reporting that balance quality risk mitigation with project constraints.
• Defect and Risk Management: Identify, raise, and manage quality system defects while proactively escalating project risks.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work confidently with client stakeholders and third parties to ensure quality outcomes and smooth transitions into BAU environments.

What We’re Looking For

• Security Clearance: You must currently hold, or be fully eligible for, UK Security Clearance (SC).
• Location and Travel: You must be willing to work on-site in Salisbury a couple of days a week, typically including one overnight stay.
• Experience: You should have 5 to 7 years’ experience across system, system integration, and user acceptance testing.
• Technical Proficiency: Proven expertise in Microsoft SCOM and PowerShell scripting is essential for this role.
• Leadership: You have a proven ability to lead small teams and establish a continuous improvement culture.
• Methodology: You are comfortable working in Agile delivery environments.
• Consultancy Background: Previous experience in consultancy roles is highly desirable.

What’s in It for You?

At [Employer hidden], we believe in rewarding great work. Here is what you can look forward to:

• Annual Leave: 25 days, plus 1 extra day every year for the first 3 years.
• Pension Plan: Employer-matched contributions up to 5%.
• Health Benefits: Coverage for medical, dental, optical, and alternative therapies.
• Fitness Perks: Subsidised gym memberships and a bike-to-work scheme.
• Tailored Development: Excellent training opportunities designed to help you grow your career.
• Team Culture: Enjoy socials, sporting events, and annual celebrations.