Lead Oracle Database Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled Lead Oracle Database Administrator to manage and support Oracle and SQL Server databases in a secure environment. This role requires active UK Security Clearance and involves leading technical support, ensuring compliance and performance tuning. Candidates will collaborate with teams and vendors, providing documentation and training to junior staff as part of their responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must manage and support Oracle and MS SQL Server databases.
• Experience in high-pressure environments and secure settings.
• Lead database support across multiple environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage & support Oracle and MS SQL Server databases.
• Lead database support across Dev, Test, and Live environments.
• Collaborate with teams and vendors for security and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Oracle 19c

MS SQL Server

Performance tuning

Education

Active UK Security Clearance (SC)

Tools

Windows Server administration

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Client:

People Source Consulting trading as Experis

Location:

basildon, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Lead Oracle Database Administrator

Must have active SC Clearance

Core Responsibilities

• Manage and support Oracle and MS SQL Server databases (on-premise and cloud)
• Lead database support across Dev, Test, and Live environments
• Provide 3rd line support and technical design
• Ensure database security, resilience, and compliance
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors
• Lead installation, configuration, upgrades, and performance tuning
• Maintain documentation and train junior staff

Key Technical Skills

• Oracle 19c (Dataguard, RMAN, OEM Grid)
• MS SQL Server
• Windows Server administration
• Performance tuning, backup/restore, high availability

Other Skills & Experience

• Leadership and coordination across teams
• Problem-solving in high-pressure environments
• Stakeholder management and influencing
• Experience in government or secure environments

Security Requirement

• Must have active UK Security Clearance (SC)