VodafoneThree - Test Co-Ordinator

Location: Dorset Area - Onsite Worker Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday Security Clearance: This position requires you to hold or the ability and willingness to obtain a UK Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. Who We Are We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today. We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress. We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves. You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Why VodafoneThree Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last. We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country. You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone. We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started. Join Vodafone Business Security Enhanced and strengthen the cyber security of the UK's Critical National Infrastructure and public sector organisations. What you’ll do As a Test Coordinator, you will play a vital role in ensuring quality is embedded throughout the entire development lifecycle. Working closely with the Test Manager, you will help deliver reliable, secure, and high-performing solutions while supporting both project delivery and operational excellence. You'll collaborate with internal teams, customers, and third-party partners to ensure testing activities are completed to the highest standards and that service level agreements are consistently achieved. You will: Lead and coordinate testing activities across multiple projects and releases, ensuring effective execution of the overall test strategy. Work with internal teams and external partners to deliver successful testing outcomes across System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Non-Functional Testing, and Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT). Review and translate business requirements and acceptance criteria into detailed test plans, test cases, quality criteria, and deliverables. Ensure full traceability between requirements, test cases, and test execution results. Conduct thorough root cause analysis to identify, track, report, and resolve issues efficiently. Support the investigation and resolution of incidents, helping to maintain service reliability and performance. Configure, install, test, and support technical solutions while ensuring secure and compliant operations. Monitor and maintain servers, applications, devices, operating systems, and supporting infrastructure. Provide technical support and guidance to customers and colleagues, helping to resolve complex technical challenges. Contribute to the maintenance of departmental accreditations and ensure customer service levels and operational targets are consistently achieved. Support the day-to-day management of systems hardware, software, and related infrastructure, ensuring faults are analysed and resolved quickly. Who you are Experience designing and delivering test strategies across multiple projects, releases, and testing cycles. Strong understanding of the full software testing lifecycle, from Unit Testing through to Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT). Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience identifying risks, implementing mitigation plans, and ensuring successful delivery outcomes. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to perform detailed root cause analysis. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams. A proactive, inclusive, and customer-focused approach, with a passion for quality and continuous improvement. ISTQB Foundation Certification in Software Testing, or a proven track record in testing and leading digital teams. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Windows Server 2019 Administration. Knowledge of VMware administration and virtualised environments. Experience using SolarWinds monitoring and management tools. Familiarity with Cisco CUCM and Cisco ISE technologies. Understanding of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking technologies. Experience working with PKI environments and certificate management. Entry-level Storage Area Network (SAN) knowledge. Familiarity with Veritas NetBackup solutions. Ability to obtain and maintain DV Security Clearance. Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in. What we offer We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies. Need to Know We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website ( ) for guidance. We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements. During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you. #VodafoneThree #LI-Onsite