Spec : Database Administrator Oracle

Bcxp; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Business Consultant to enhance data management services. This role focuses on ensuring a stable and secure database environment, solving complex problems, and implementing best practices in data engineering. You will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of databases, utilizing advanced tools for monitoring, and driving improvements across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience with Oracle databases and be adept at working collaboratively in a dynamic environment. If you're passionate about data solutions and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Valid Driver's License

Travel Opportunities

Flexible Working Hours

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years' experience in administering Apps DBA Oracle databases.
• Experience with Oracle E-Business Suite and Redhat Enterprise Linux.

Responsibilities

• Compile and maintain the integrity of a Configuration Management Database.
• Continuously monitor performance and tune databases for optimum performance.

Skills

Database Management

Customer Focus

Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

SAP Tools and Platforms

Education

NQF 6: 3-year Degree / Diploma in Information Technology

NQF 4: Grade 12

Tools

Oracle E-Business Suite 12.2

Oracle SOA Suite

Oracle Weblogic

Redhat Enterprise Linux 7+

BCX Remedy system

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Department : Data Management Services - Oracle

Reporting : Principal Business Consultant

Core Description

To provide a stable and secure production database environment which performs in alignment with predefined standards and is recoverable in case of hardware failure or disaster situations.

Solving complex problems to deliver real business value across a wide range of data solutions.

Develop best practices and drive improvements in data engineering across the business and automate daily actions.

Key Deliverables / Primary Functions

1. Compile and maintain the integrity of a Configuration Management Data Base in alignment with BCX's standards and using the BCX prescribed systems.
2. Utilise the BCX Remedy system for request, incident, and problem handling, rectifying and implementing preventative actions as needed.
3. Continuously monitor performance, analyse trends, tune databases for optimum performance, and build a known error database (KEDB) for Problem Handling (R&D).
4. Build and maintain a support network for consultation purposes.
5. Stay updated with the latest release versions, ensure approval through UAT and QA, design and execute release plans, maintain the DSL, and manage license issues.
6. Monitor space utilisation, execute trend analysis, alerts, and escalation; monitor memory and CPU usage.
7. Devise monitoring methodologies, utilize appropriate tools, and report on system uptime.
8. Identify, propose, and implement effective backup strategies and monitor their effectiveness.
9. Validate a DR Plan for databases, considering replication, snapshots, or remote copies as applicable.

Core Functional Skills & Capabilities

• SAP Tools and Platforms
• Customer Focus
• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Database Management

Core Behavioural Competencies

• Adhering to principles and values
• Coping with pressures & setbacks
• Deciding & initiating action
• Working with people

Minimum Qualifications

NQF 6 : 3-year Degree / Diploma / National Diploma in Information Technology or Computer Science

OR NQF 4 : Grade 12

Additional Education - Preferred / Advantage

Experience in:

• 5 to 7 years' experience in administering Apps DBA Oracle databases including Oracle E-Business Suite 12.2, Oracle SOA Suite, Oracle Weblogic, Redhat Enterprise Linux 7+.

Certifications

• RedHat
• Oracle E-Business Suite 12.2
• Oracle Weblogic
• Oracle SOA Suite

Professional Memberships in Relevant Industry

Level of engagement: Engagement with all levels within the organization, both internal and external.

Span of Control

0

Special Requirements / Employment Conditions

• Valid Driver's license
• Must be willing to travel locally
• Ability to work staggered hours, shifts, overtime, and respond to call-outs