QA & Test Automation Engineer Lead

Bring your test automation expertise and leadership to a hands-on role where your impact will be seen across CSR's customer digital platforms.


At CSR, we're building a better future together.

We are a team of 2,600 people across Australia and New Zealand, and we are all collaborating every single day towards a shared purpose - 'Building solutions for a better future'. As a leading Australian Manufacturing business, we're at the forefront of developing innovative, sustainable, and high performing building products and systems.

At CSR, we put people first. We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, supportive, and inclusive working environment that enables everyone to feel valued, grow and truly thrive. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for everyone and welcoming people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, abilities,and life stage.

We're looking for a QA and Test Automation Engineer Lead to join our IT team, playing a pivotal role in our testing and release strategy for digital projects and BAU operations.


In this role you will:

Lead and execute testing strategies across manual and automated test environments (Cypress/TOSCA).
Build and maintain automation frameworks and CI/CD testing pipelines.
Collaborate with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless and high-quality releases.
Drive continuous improvement in the QA space, contributing to our Testing Centre of Excellence.
Lead efforts to reduce manual testing through innovative automation and tooling.
Provide regular updates on progress, key risks, and improvement opportunities.
What you bring to the role

5-7 years of QA/test automation experience in corporate or startup environments.
Proficient with JavaScript/TypeScript, Cypress (preferred), TOSCA, GitHub Actions, SQL.
Previous leadership experience or a strong desire to lead QA efforts.
Strong analytical mindset with a problem-solving approach.
Degree in Computer Science, Business or a related field (preferred).
Why Join CSR?

Be part of an iconic Australian brand with high-quality products and a focus on innovation.
Work in a collaborative culture where forward-thinking and planning ahead are encouraged.
Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a supportive, results-driven environment.
Contribute to a team that is actively shaping how CSR delivers value to its customers digitally.
We strive to support your professional and personal growth. Here are some of the perks you'll enjoy as part of the CSR team:


Attractive salary and benefits, including access to exclusive discounts and offers.
Supportive and collaborative culture that fosters innovation and inclusion. You'll be surrounded by talented colleagues who are passionate about their work and committed to helping each other succeed.
Care and wellbeing offer includes up to 15 weeks of paid parental leave, 52 weeks of superannuation payment, and access to an employee assistance program.
Rewarding career with on-the-job learning, development, and upskilling opportunities within and across our brands
Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.