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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior QA & Test Lead - IT/OT Transformation - **Company:** Sword Group - **Location:** Aberdeen, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Data Cleansing, Strategies of Testing, Operational Systems - **Published:** May 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a2fafbc694b1d557 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Quality assurance?, * Extensive experience in leading Quality Assurance and Testing within complex programmes, ideally involving IT/OT integration, networked environments, or large-scale infrastructure transformations * A deep understanding of V-Model/W-Model testing methodologies, with a strong focus on requirements, design, and testing traceability throughout the delivery lifecycle * Proven ability to design and implement end-to-end test strategies and plans, particularly in regulated or safety-critical environments * Strong awareness of non-functional testing needs, including performance, security, and operational readiness - especially relevant to networks and Operational Technology (OT) systems * Exceptional communication skills, with confidence engaging across senior stakeholders, technical teams, and delivery partners * Experience in highly regulated sectors such as utilities, energy, or Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) is highly desirableA proactive, detail-oriented mindset with the ability to balance governance with practical delivery ## Description We are supporting an Oil and Gas operator service transition programme and are looking for a Test Lead . This major transformation spans both IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments, aiming to establish secure, autonomous platforms while maintaining critical infrastructure continuity. We're looking for a Senior QA & Test Lead to shape and drive the Quality Assurance and Testing function across this complex, high-impact landscape. You'll play a pivotal role in delivering confidence ahead of go-live, ensuring full traceability between requirements, design, and validation, and embedding best practice test governance from the outset. As the Senior QA & Test Lead, you will: * Define and lead the Test Strategy, aligning with both functional and non-functional requirements across IT and OT domains * Create and govern a Test Plan that supports traceability, risk mitigation, and readiness for system cutover * Drive adoption of V-Model/W-Model principles to ensure robust alignment across requirements, design, and testing * Collaborate with analysts, architects, engineers, and delivery leads to ensure smooth transition from planning to execution * Lead test analysis, scripting, data preparation and prerequisite coordinationProvide clear reporting on test progress, risks, and quality metrics to senior stakeholders, At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don't tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we're looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. 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