To thrive in this role, you need to have:


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<li>The Senior Oracle Database Administrator with 5+ years of work experience closely with Change Control, Release Management, Asset and Configuration Management and Capacity and Availability Management to help to establish the needs of users, monitoring user access and security.</li>
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<li>Assists with performing the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Oracle Database Management Systems (DBMS).</li>
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<li>Candidate must have proven hands-on experience in Oracle Database administration.</li>
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<li>Candidate would be primarily supporting Oracle Databases (Support Role/Managed Services).</li>
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<li>Assists with the mapping out of the conceptual design for a planned database.</li>
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<li>Participates in the writing of database documentation, including data standards, data flow diagrams, standard operating procedures, and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata).</li>
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<li>Assists with monitoring database performance, identifies performance bottlenecks, and optimizes queries and indexing for optimal database performance.</li>
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<li>Helps to design and implement robust backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure data availability and business continuity.</li>
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<li>Proactively supports the development of database utilities and automated reporting.</li>
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<li>Works closely with the Change Control and Release Management functions to commission and install new applications and customizing existing applications in order to make them fit for purpose.</li>
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<li>Assists with planning and executing database software upgrades and applies patches to keep systems up-to-date and secure.</li>
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<li>Communicates regularly with technical, applications and operational employees to ensure database integrity and security.</li>
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<li>Implements and manages security measures to safeguard databases from unauthorized access, data breaches, and data loss.</li>
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<li>Ensures data integrity and consistency by performing regular data validation, integrity checks, and data cleansing activities.</li>
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<li>Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including developers, system administrators, network engineers, and business stakeholders, to support database-related initiatives.</li>
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<li>Provides technical support to end-users, assists with database-related enquiries, and conducts training sessions as needed.</li>
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<li>Performs any other related task as required.</li>
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<li>Day to day operating hours: during Australia and New Zealand business hours, plus on call 24x7 rostered work as required.</li>
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<li>Required to stay online during working hours and ready to take incoming video calls within the team and clients.</li>
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Knowledge and Attributes:

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<li>Proficiency in database administration tasks, including database installation, configuration, maintenance, and performance tuning.</li>
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<li>Knowledge of SQL (Structured Query Language) to write complex queries, stored procedures, and functions.</li>
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<li>Proficiency in understanding of database security principles, access controls, and data encryption methods.</li>
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<li>Proficiency in understanding database backup and recovery strategies to ensure data availability and business continuity.</li>
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<li>Ability to monitor database performance, identify and resolve issues, and optimize database operations.</li>
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<li>Ability to learn new technologies as needed to provide the best solutions to all stakeholders.</li>
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<li>Ability to communicate complex IT information in simplified form depending on the target audience.</li>
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<li>Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.</li>
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<li>Proficiency in understanding of the principles of data architecture and data services.</li>
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<li>Knowledge of application development lifecycle and data access layers.</li>
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<li>Displays problem-solving skills to troubleshoot database-related issues and implement effective solutions.</li>
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<li>Displays ability to manipulate, process and extract value from large, disconnected datasets.</li>
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Academic Qualifications and Certifications:

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<li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science, engineering, information technology or related field.</li>
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<li>Relevant professional certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) Database Administrator.</li>
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<li>Completion of database management courses covering topics like database administration, data modelling, SQL, and performance tuning can provide foundational knowledge.</li>
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Required Experience:

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<li>Experienced Oracle Database Administrator with 7+ years of experience (preferably in technology consulting).</li>
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<li>General skills (self-motivated, problem solving, take ownership and proactive thinking).</li>
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<li>Experience in working as a consultant supporting multiple clients.</li>
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<li>Technical skills (Oracle RDBMS 11g-19c, DataGuard, High availability).</li>
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<li>Highly Regarded (Oracle ADB-Autonomous Database, LogicMonitor, ServiceNow).</li>
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<li>Expert level experience with database backup and recovery best practices.</li>
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<li>Expert level demonstrated experience running and creating health assessment reports.</li>
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<li>Expert level experience working with suppliers to deliver solutions.</li>
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<li>Expert level experience managing databases.</li>
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<li>Moderate level experience in Oracle Enterprise Manager.</li>
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<li>Extensive Managed Services experience handling complex cross-technology infrastructure.</li>
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<li>Strong understanding of ITIL processes.</li>
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<li>Proven experience working with vendors and/or third parties.</li>
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<li>Ability to communicate and work across different cultures and social groups.</li>
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<li>Effective planning skills, even in changing circumstances.</li>
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<li>Positive outlook and ability to work well under pressure.</li>
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<li>Active listening skills and adaptability to changing client needs.</li>
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<li>Client-focused approach to create positive client experiences throughout their journey.</li>
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<li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in IT/Computing (or demonstrated equivalent work experience)</li>
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