Software Tester

Crown Oil Ltd is seeking a detail-oriented Software Tester to join our in-house development team.

You will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of internally developed systems across the business, supporting a range of critical operational processes. The role involves a combination of manual testing and automation, working closely with developers and stakeholders in an Agile environment.

This role is primarily office-based, with four days per week on-site in Bury (just off the M66). We offer free on-site parking and a modern, relaxed office environment., Testing and Quality Assurance

• Perform manual testing across internal systems and applications
• Design, write and maintain test cases and test scenarios
• Carry out exploratory testing to identify defects and usability issues
• Log, track and manage defects using Jira
• Validate bug fixes and ensure appropriate regression testing is completed

Automation

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright
• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive testing processes
• Support the growth of automation coverage across systems
• Contribute to integrating automated testing into development workflows

Collaboration

• Work closely with developers throughout the development lifecycle
• Review requirements to ensure clarity and testability
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups and retrospectives
• Provide clear feedback on quality risks and release readiness

Process Improvement

• Contribute to improving QA processes, standards and tools
• Support a culture of quality across the development team

Essential

• Experience in manual software testing within a development environment
• Strong understanding of testing methodologies (functional, regression, exploratory)
• Experience writing structured test cases and clear bug reports
• Experience using defect tracking tools such as Jira
• Experience working in an Agile or Scrum environment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Desirable

• Exposure to automation tools such as Playwright
• Experience with other automation frameworks (e.g. Cypress, Selenium)
• Basic understanding of JavaScript or TypeScript
• Experience in testing CRM or business systems
• Experience with API testing tools such as Postman

About Crown Oil Crown Oil is a family-owned and run fuel supplier based in Bury, Greater Manchester. We offer a wide range of career opportunities across our growing business, with a strong focus on development, progression and long-term careers. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where individuals can thrive and grow with us. Founded in 1947 Co-workers 300+ IT Development · Bury New Road - Bridge House, Join Crown Oil as a detail-oriented Software Tester in Bury. Mix manual and automated testing in a collaborative Agile team, with flexible onsite and growth opportunities.