Senior Consultant: Oracle Database Administration
3 days ago
**Main job function**
- **Strategic alignment of technology, Installation, and customization**
o Analyses ICT strategy, determine systems implications, and align to the future direction of technology.
o Ensure the efficiency, robustness, fit-for-purpose, and integration of the systems solutions against the business requirements of the University.
o Propose a plan of action, obtain approval and buy-in, design and/or source solutions and facilitate implementation and follow-up on results.
o Research, design, consult with industry experts, and provide industry leadership in the innovative design of leading-edge technologies, implementing this in a large, heterogeneous ICT environment at a world-class standard.
o Analyze user requirements and participate in capacity forecasting, asset optimization, efficient utilization, and defining the technology specifications underpinning the provision of ICS services.
***
- **Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Optimization, and Integration of specialized systems**
o Assess the impact of critical system downtime, and derive and implement plans to mitigate the impact on business.
o Proactively ensure that potential system availability problems or performance bottlenecks are identified and corrected before the University is impacted.
o Take ownership of complex problems and ensure that all such problems are speedily resolved.
o Ensure that systems and services are operating at optimal performance levels.
o Liaise with vendors in ensuring maintenance contracts and SLAs are adhered to.
o Ensure systems integrate around a single directory service.
o Installation and Configuration of ITS (ERP) Applications
o Installation and Configuration of Databases (Oracle, MS-SQL, MySQL)
o Installation and Configuration of Printing Systems
o All installations and configurations will be achieved using documented best practice system architectures
o Provide consolidated systems view to ensure efficient management systems.
o Ensure proactive incident identification using early warning systems.
- **Consulting**
o Attend meetings to evaluate user requirements and recommend solutions to users.
o Contribute to sectional and divisional Operational and Capital Budget requirements.
o Have a good working knowledge of financial protocols
o Participate in procurement and tendering processes.
o Provide technical consulting services in IT and related topics, for such areas as software purchases and installation, and the resolution of any resulting problems.
o Attend and make presentations or exhibitions at national conferences or other similar events.
- **Leadership, Project Management & Research***
o provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to team members.
o Takes overall responsibility for the technology stream in which he/she is the leading expert
o Interacts with other specialists in different domains to ensure a coherent and comprehensive approach to complex problems.
o Assist and guide ICS staff and the User community in problem-solving techniques.
o Design and provide in-house training to departmental staff when necessary.
o Be able to facilitate effective mentorship training programs to team members and user base.
o Initiate project proposals for approval.
o Provide technical lead in projects to ensure that work packages are delivered on time, on budget, and at an acceptable quality standard. Projects can be complex and can have University wide impact.
o Keep abreast of industry developments and trends and provide a business value proposition for the adoption of technologies.
Qualifications:
**Experience**:
**Experience/Criteria**
- Matric Certificate
- 3-year ICT-related tertiary qualification **OR** Information Management **OR** Information Systems qualification at least NQF Level 7.
- Advantageous : Experience working with Integrated Tertiary Software (ITS)
- Advantageous : Relevant industry-recognized professional IT certification (e.g. Oracle Database Administration, Certified Linux Administrator, Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE).)
**Applicants may be required to undergo a technical competency test.
-
Oracle Database and Systems Administrator
7 months ago
Durban, South Africa Foxridge Trading 31 - Supreme Consulting - Valuing HR Full time**CORE PURPOSE OF THE JOB** To manage and administer the Oracle Database environment including the Oracle Database Appliance (ODA), the Oracle Linux operating system and other Oracle Virtual Machines (OVM). **KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS** - Attends to Oracle Server database administration for proactive, preventative and operational maintenance requirements to...
-
Senior Database Administrator
5 days ago
Durban, South Africa AdaptIT Full timePosition reports to : Line Manager Direct Reports : N/A Office Location: PURPOSE OF THE POSITION The Senior Database Administrator will be responsible for the design, implementation and maintenance of Oracle and Linux based solutions and systems. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE ROLE Oracle Database Administration - Administration and management of...
-
Senior Database Administrator
7 months ago
Durban, South Africa e-Merge IT Recruitment Full timeAre you an experienced and skilled Database Administrator ready to take your career to the next level? Do you thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Join a leading technology company at the forefront of innovation. We specialize in providing cutting-edge solutions to a diverse range of clients across...
-
Database Administrator III
4 weeks ago
Durban, South Africa Jobted ZA C2 Full timeAre you a database expert ready to take on advanced challenges? As a Database Administrator III, you’ll lead the way in optimizing, securing, and scaling our mission-critical databases. Dive into complex systems, drive performance improvements, and ensure seamless data operations in a high-impact role. Your expertise: - Experience with Microsoft C#...
-
Senior Database Administrator
2 weeks ago
Durban, South Africa Tych Business Solutions Full timeAdministration and management of databases in DEV, QA, pre-prod & production environments. Provide technical expertise on the installation, setup, configuration of database servers, including infrastructure Pro-active monitoring of databases both from a performance and capacity management perspective. Performance tuning and optimization of database...
-
Database Administrator III
4 weeks ago
Durban, South Africa IOCO Full timeAre you a database expert ready to take on advanced challenges? As a Database Administrator III, you’ll lead the way in optimizing, securing, and scaling our mission-critical databases. Dive into complex systems, drive performance improvements, and ensure seamless data operations in a high-impact role.Your expertise:Experience with Microsoft C# Dot...
-
Database Administrator III
4 weeks ago
Durban, South Africa IOCO Full timeAre you a database expert ready to take on advanced challenges? As a Database Administrator III, you’ll lead the way in optimizing, securing, and scaling our mission-critical databases. Dive into complex systems, drive performance improvements, and ensure seamless data operations in a high-impact role. Your expertise: Experience with Microsoft C#...
-
Ops Specialist: Database Administrator
2 days ago
Durban, South Africa BCXP Full timeStructure, Grade & Reporting Job grade/level S6 Business Unit Cloud Platform Solutions Department Enterprise Cloud & Infrastructure Solutions - Enterprise Platform Services Position reports to Manager: Span of Control 0 Core Description To provide a stable and secure production database environment which performs in alignment with predefined standards and is...
-
Senior Oracle HCM Implementation Specialist
1 month ago
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Hollywoodbets Full timeAt Hollywoodbets, we are on a mission to increase our global footprint and become one of the leading entertainment brands in Africa and the UK. To achieve this goal, we are looking for an experienced Senior Oracle HCM Implementation Specialist to join our Purple Team.About the Role:We have an estimated salary range of $80,000 - $110,000 per annum based on...
-
High-Performance Database Specialist
2 weeks ago
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa IOCO Full timeJob OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled High-Performance Database Specialist to join our team at IOCO in Richards Bay. This permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to lead the way in optimizing, securing, and scaling our mission-critical databases.About the RoleThis is a high-impact role that requires expertise in Microsoft C# Dot Net...
-
Senior Database Administrator
5 days ago
Durban, South Africa eThekwini Full time**Job Purpose**: Responsible for managing the database administration across various platforms of all databases including data management, configuration,security,resource monitoring and reporting, troubleshooting and systems programming. This post reports to SENIOR MANAGER (SYSTEMS DELIVERY) **Key Responsibility Areas**: Plans, installs and maintains...
-
SQL Database Administrator
5 months ago
Durban, South Africa ITSA Full timeWe are a dynamic tech company specializing in innovative solutions. Our commitment to excellence and cutting-edge technology drives us to seek a skilled Database Administrator (SQL) to join our talented team. Overview: As a Database Administrator (SQL), you will play a crucial role in maintaining and optimizing our database environment to ensure optimal...
-
Inventory Database Administrator
7 months ago
Durban, South Africa Job Crystal Full timeA supplier of work safety wear and safety products is looking for a Database Administrator to work from their offices in Durban. **DUTIES WILL INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO**: - Design and document database architecture. - Design Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence platforms. - Build database scheme, tables, procedures, and permissions. - Develop...
-
Database Administrator
5 days ago
Durban, South Africa TalentLink Full timeDevelop database solutions to store and retrieve company information - Install and configure information systems to ensure functionality - Migrate data from legacy systems to new solutions - Design conceptual and logical data models and flowcharts - Improve system performance by conducting tests, troubleshooting and integrating new elements - Optimize new...
-
Database Administrator
5 months ago
Durban, South Africa Nambiti Technologies Full timeWe are recruiting for a Database Administrator. (7 Months Contract) **Preferred skills** The following is an indication of the preferred skills of the SQL Database Administrator. - Relevant Qualification / National Diploma in Information Technology/Computer science (NQF 6/7). - Minimum 5 years’ experience in SQL Database Administration. - Preferably 1...
-
Team Lead Oracle
2 weeks ago
Durban, South Africa Adapt IT Full timeThe purpose of this role is to lead a team responsible for successful technical project delivery. This person is responsible for project delivery by a team, process efficiencies, team efficiencies and leadership of a team. Primary Responsibilities for the Role Provides technical analysis & design - Analyses and evaluates the business impact of changes to...
-
SAP Basis/ Hana Administrator
2 weeks ago
Durban, South Africa Transnet Full time**_ Equity Statement :Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the_** **_designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating_** **_Division._** **_ Alternative Application Methods: (Completed Curriculum Vitae to be submitted)_** Post: E-mail: Fax: before the closing date of...
-
Database Administrator Level 2
7 months ago
Durban, South Africa Derivco Full timeJob Profile Summary: At Derivco, we work alongside our clients who are considered giants in the industry, to create and develop the platform that hosts some of the best online casino games in the industry. We are also Platinum partners with vendors such as Microsoft and we are proud to say we employ over 2,500 of the brightest minds across our offices in...
-
Sales Consultant
2 days ago
Durban, South Africa Bluff Personnel Consultant Full timeDuties will include calling on existing and new customers to promote and grow the Company brand, preparation of quotes, making presentations to potential customers at a senior level, resolving queries and complaints, assisting with branch duties when required, etc
-
Senior Recruitment Consultant
1 week ago
Durban, South Africa SOAR Group Full time**Minimum Requirements**: - Experienced Recruiter / Recruitment Consultant (UK Market experience) **What can we do for your career?** - Strong starting basic salary - Targeted salary increases within your contract - Targeted progression within your contract - Market leading commission scheme (ability to earn what you deserve!) - An opportunity to join a...