Database Administrator

Glencore Australia; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct employment with Glencore

Annual short-term performance bonus

5 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Glencore is seeking a Database Administrator to manage, optimise and secure enterprise SQL Server environments in production, supporting business operations from our Australia team.

You will implement backup/recovery plans, monitor performance, collaborate with applications and infrastructure teams, and drive improvements across on-premises and cloud ecosystems. A tertiary IT qualification and strong problem-solving are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience administering Microsoft SQL Server environments in production.
• Strong knowledge of performance tuning, monitoring and optimisation.
• Experience implementing backup, recovery and DR strategies.
• Knowledge of database security practices and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain SQL Server databases to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security.
• Manage database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes to safeguard business-critical data.
• Collaborate with applications and infrastructure teams to optimise database design, queries, and system performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database and infrastructure-related performance issues.
• Implement and maintain database security standards in line with organisational policies and industry best practices.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement including automation, capacity planning, and database platform optimisation across on-premises, private cloud, and IaaS environments.
• Maintain clear and accurate documentation of database environments, configurations, and operational procedures.

Skills

SQL Server administration

Performance tuning

Backup & disaster recovery

Database security

Cloud/hybrid infrastructure

Collaborative teamwork

Information Technology degree

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Job description

Advancing careers. Advancing everyday life.

Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.

Reporting to the Data & Automation Team Leader, the Database Administrator will play a key role in supporting business operations through the management, optimisation, and security of enterprise database systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain SQL Server databases to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security.
• Manage database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes to safeguard business-critical data.
• Collaborate with applications and infrastructure teams to optimise database design, queries, and system performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database and infrastructure-related performance issues.
• Implement and maintain database security standards in line with organisational policies and industry best practices.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement including automation, capacity planning, and database platform optimisation across on-premises, private cloud, and Infrastructure/Platform as a Service environment.
• Maintain clear and accurate documentation of database environments, configurations, and operational procedures.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a motivated and solutions-focused professional with strong technical expertise and the ability to work collaboratively across IT and business teams. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to improving database reliability, performance, and security.

Qualifications And Skills

• Proven experience administering Microsoft SQL Server environments in a production setting
• Strong understanding of database performance tuning, monitoring, and optimisation
• Experience implementing backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies
• Knowledge of database security practices and compliance requirements
• Experience working with cloud or hybrid infrastructure environments, and/or SAP HANA will be highly regarded
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with applications and infrastructure teams
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience)

In Return, Here Are Just Some of the Benefits We Offer

• Direct employment with Glencore – we are a responsible miner of coal with a strong track record of operational excellence
• Highly competitive mining industry salary
• Annual short-term performance bonus
• 5 weeks annual leave per year

For any enquiries about this role, please contact Leslie Hanson on 0439 317 537

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