Ops Spec: Database Administrator (Oracle)
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Job description
Business unit, Department, Reporting
- Business Unit: Operate
- Department: EIS
- Position reports to: Manager DMBS
- Job grade: S6
Core Description
To provide a stable and secure production database environment that performs in alignment with predefined standards and is recoverable in case of hardware failure or disaster situations.
To provide technical expertise and guidance to Junior Database Administrators.
Key Deliverables / Primary Functions
- Compile and maintain the integrity of a Configuration Management Data Base in alignment with BCX's standards and using the BCX prescribed systems.
- Utilise the BCX Remedy system for request, incident, and problem handling, rectifying and implementing preventative actions as needed.
- Continuously monitor performance, analyse trends, tune database for optimal performance, and build a known error database (KEDB) for Problem Handling (R&D).
- Build and maintain a support network including vendors, employees, and user groups for consultation purposes.
- Stay updated with the latest release versions, ensure approval through UAT and QA processes, design and execute release plans, maintain the DSL, and manage license issues.
- Monitor and report on space utilization, perform trend analysis, alerts, escalation, and monitor memory and CPU usage.
- Devise monitoring methodologies, utilize appropriate tools, and report on system availability and uptime.
- Identify and implement toolsets for backup strategies to ensure service continuity, and validate the DR plan considering replication and snapshots as applicable.
Core Skills & Capabilities
- Customer Management
- DBMS Management
- ICT Knowledge
- Risk Management
Core Behavioural Competencies
- Applying expertise & technology
- Delivering results & meeting customer expectations
- Following instructions & procedures
- Working with people
Minimum Qualifications
- NQF 6: 3-year Degree / Diploma / National Diploma OR
- NQF 4: Grade 12
Preferred Experience
- 3 years' experience with Oracle Database Administration OR
- Grade 12 & 5 years' experience with Oracle Database Administration
Certifications & Memberships
Include relevant industry certifications and memberships as applicable.
Additional Details
- Span of Control: 0
- Level of Engagement: Operational / Technical
Special Requirements
- Drivers Licence and Reliable Vehicle
- Workplace: Hybrid Remote Worker at BCX Head Office
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting