Software Tester

Purpose:

· The Software tester primary role is to ensure our software operates as intended.

· Responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating, and overall quality assurance for software services and products.

Main Duties & responsibilities:

With support and training from Testing Manager:

· Design and prepare test scenarios and plans to effectively and efficiently test the software change.

· Conduct software testing to ensure software is fit for purpose.

· Ensure errors and security issues are identified, recorded, prioritised and corrected before release.

· Uses agreed department tools to record activities.

· Communicates activities via test manager using agreed status recording procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

· Demonstrates understanding of the importance of clear and accurate documentation of software tests.

· Demonstrates an interest in software development and the importance of the software development lifecycle.

· Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of security by design and how to test for software errors.

· Logical and creative thinker.

· Ability to work independently and take some responsibility using own initiative.

· Ability to communicate in a variety of styles and situations.

· Studied in IT related subject post-secondary education or comparable on-the-job experience as a Software Quality Engineer or Analyst.

· Good working knowledge of ERP

· Ability to work on own initiative

· Building relationships within the team around the business

Testing training and guidance will be provided – however, a good foundation in Msys applications with an interest in moving in to the IT development team

In return for your hard work we offer excellent career progression opportunities and a professional environment where you can acquire, use, and continue developing your skills.

Your package will include:

· Competitive Salary and pension scheme with life assurance

· 25 Days Holiday (plus 8 statutory Bank Holidays)

· Employee Assistance Programme supporting wellness with immediate access to:

1. GP consultation and second opinions

2. Mental health support

3. Financial and Legal support

4. Wellbeing and healthy living support

· Employee referral scheme with financial reward

· Professional Membership and Study Sponsorship

· Pass scheme (£100 to undertake training of your choice)

· Subsidised canteen

At TVS SCS we encourage and support our employees to realise their potential. They are empowered to take initiative, and achieve high impact results that really make a difference to our business and our customers.

Where we are:

Our head office is based at a purpose built, state of the art distribution facility on Buckshaw Village in Chorley with excellent transport links to the M61 and M6 plus a mainline train station less than a mile away. The office has on site parking, shower facilities for those who brave the elements on a bike or on foot and a subsidised canteen.

We are currently operating on a hybrid working basis, there will however be a period of time at the start of your employment spent fully working in our office, familiarising yourself with our systems and processes.

About TVS:

TVS Supply Chain Solutions are a world leading supply chain and logistics services provider, implementing innovative supply chain solutions as true partners with a broad range of blue chip organisations worldwide. Our clients operate in diverse sectors such as Defence, Utilities, Automotive, Rail and Beverage but they all have time-sensitive, business critical missions to deliver and TVS are an essential and integral component in their performance - with our help they achieve their business goals.

If you require any adjustments to allow you take a full and active part in the selection process, please notify us as part of your application. Please note TVS Supply Chain Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Wellness programme
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chorley: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chorley