Oracle & SQL Database Administrator

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Oracle & SQL Database Administrator to support and enhance critical enterprise database environments across both on-premises and cloud platforms on an initial 4-month contract.

In this role, you will be responsible for the administration, performance, availability, and security of Oracle, SQL Server, and PostgreSQL databases across production and non-production systems. You'll work within a collaborative Database Services team, contributing to high availability, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives, while acting as a key escalation point for complex technical issues.

Key responsibilities include:

• Installing, configuring, patching, upgrading, and maintaining database platforms and related tools
• Supporting Oracle environments (OCI Exadata, RAC, Data Guard, TDE)
• Managing SQL Server and PostgreSQL (AWS RDS) databases
• Monitoring performance, investigating incidents, and resolving complex issues
• Performing backups, restores, refreshes, reorgs, and data extracts
• Developing automation and scripting (Linux/Windows, PL/SQL, T-SQL)
• Providing Level 3 support and managing vendor escalations (Oracle, Microsoft)
• Supporting tools such as Oracle Cloud Control, TOAD, SQL Developer, SSMS, SSRS, SSIS, SSAS
• Contributing to backup, high availability, and disaster recovery solutions
• Supporting release and change management processes
• Maintaining documentation and improving operational processes
• Providing technical guidance, mentoring, and best practice advice to stakeholders

What Are We Looking For

We're looking for a highly capable DBA with strong cross-platform experience and the ability to operate in complex enterprise environments.

Skills mix we are looking for:

• Proven experience with Oracle, SQL Server, and PostgreSQL administration
• Hands on experience with cloud platforms (OCI and/or AWS RDS)
• Strong knowledge of high availability and disaster recovery solutions
• Experience with database performance tuning and troubleshooting
• Scripting capability across PL/SQL, T-SQL, and/or shell scripting
• Experience using enterprise database tools and monitoring platforms
• Strong understanding of database security and best practices
• Excellent problem solving skills and stakeholder engagement

Highly desirable:

• Experience across public and private sector environments
• Exposure to Exadata environments
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members

What Will You Get Out of It

• Opportunity to work on mission critical enterprise systems
• Exposure to modern cloud and hybrid database technologies
• A collaborative, high performing technical environment
• The chance to influence database strategy, automation, and improvements
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing professional growth and exposure to complex technical challenges

How to Apply

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Contact us

Oliver Wright