Database Administrator

Cldn; Belgique; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Eco vouchers

Sectoral bonus

Work-from-home allowance

Additional vacation days

Flexible working hours

Company car option

Job summary

CLdN is seeking a Database Administrator in Belgium to manage and optimize their SQL Server environments. The role involves executing SQL scripts, monitoring performance, and providing data insights.

The ideal candidate possesses a relevant IT degree and foundational SQL skills. Alongside a competitive salary, the position offers hybrid work options and various benefits including insurance and additional vacation days.

Qualifications

• First professional experience in database administration, data engineering or similar.
• Good understanding of relational databases and data integrity.
• Interest in scripting and cloud-based environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize SQL Server database environments.
• Review and execute SQL scripts for deployments.
• Monitor database environments and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

SQL Server Management

T-SQL

Data analysis

Database security

Automation

Education

Relevant IT degree

Tools

Microsoft SQL Server

Azure

PowerShell

Job description

CLdN is a leading provider of integrated quay‑to‑quay and door‑to‑door logistics solutions. Founded in 1929, CLdN ensures reliable, cost‑effective transport linking Europe’s major economic areas. With more than 30 vessels and over 200 sailings per week, CLdN offers shortsea roll‑on/roll‑off (RoRo) connections between the European continent, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Iberia and Scandinavia. CLdN also offers the lowest CO₂ footprint of all Western European RoRo operators. Through an extensive network of ships, terminals and infrastructure, CLdN’s cargo and multimodal services have a strong Europe‑wide reach. Our 3,000 employees help deliver our mission: to excel as an integrated provider of maritime links.

Within this challenging role, you are responsible for managing and optimizing our database environments, reviewing and executing SQL scripts delivered by the development team, and processing and analyzing data to provide operational and strategic insights.

Your role

• Support the management, maintenance and optimization of our SQL Server database environments, both on‑premises and in Azure.
• Review and execute SQL scripts delivered by the development teams, while helping to ensure smooth and reliable deployments.
• Contribute to the stability, performance and continuity of the overall database landscape.
• Assist in backup and recovery processes to help safeguard mission‑critical databases.
• Write and modify SQL queries, stored procedures, views and scripts to support operational needs and continuous improvement.
• Monitor database environments proactively and investigate issues when they arise.
• Support the analysis and processing of data to help generate operational and business insights.
• Troubleshoot database‑related issues and provide technical support to internal stakeholders where needed.
• Collaborate closely with Development, Infrastructure and other stakeholders to improve the overall database environment.
• Continuously build knowledge in database administration, security, automation and Azure technologies.

Your profile

• Relevant IT degree and a first professional experience in database administration, data engineering or a similar technical role.
• Solid foundation in Microsoft SQL Server, T‑SQL and SQL Server Management Studio.
• Good understanding of core database concepts such as relational databases, data integrity, normalization and query optimization.
• Basic understanding of high availability, disaster recovery and database security principles.
• Interest in Azure and motivation to further develop knowledge of cloud‑based database environments.
• Interest in scripting and automation; knowledge of PowerShell, Perl or Python is a plus.
• Analytical, accurate and motivated by solving technical problems.
• Hands‑on, eager to learn and comfortable taking ownership.
• Clear communicator who collaborates well with both technical and non‑technical colleagues.
• Good command of Dutch and English.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Azure DevOps.
• Knowledge of data warehousing, ETL processes and data modelling.
• Experience with SSIS, SSRS and SSAS.
• Knowledge of Oracle, PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Knowledge of Dynatrace, SolarWinds DPA, Databricks, Debezium or Kafka.

Our offer

• Competitive gross monthly salary in line with your qualifications and experience
• Eco vouchers
• Sectoral bonus according to applicable sector regulations
• A work‑from‑home allowance for each day worked remotely
• Full‑time contract of 38 hours per week
• 5 extra days off in addition to statutory vacation days
• Hybrid working: max. 3 days per week after 6 months of service
• Work hours with flexible start (7:30–9:30 AM) and finish (4:00–6:00 PM)

Insurance

• Hospitalisation insurance with the option to add family members, with an additional contribution for each member included

Mobility

• Company car with fuel card, temporary company car at start
• After an initial period of 1 year: option to order an electric car within our company car policy

Contact

Are you interested in learning more about this position or do you want to apply?

Do not hesitate to send your CV to [e-mail] with reference “Database Administrator”.