Job Summary
This position is ideal for an experienced Database Administrator who can manage, optimise, and secure complex database environments across on-premises and cloud platforms. The role requires strong technical expertise, analytical problem-solving, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. You will be responsible for maintaining high data availability, improving performance, and supporting reporting and automation initiatives within the organisation.Qualifications & Experience Required
- National Diploma in IT, BSc Degree, or related qualification.
- SQL Database and related database certification.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in Database Administration.
- Python certification.
Technical Skills Requirements
- Proficiency with DBMS technologies such as Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB.
- Strong experience in performance tuning, query optimisation, and indexing.
- Expertise in backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
- Familiarity with scripting languages: SQL, PL/SQL, Python, PowerShell, Bash.
- Understanding of cloud-based databases: AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL.
- Knowledge of database security, encryption, and compliance
- Experience using monitoring and troubleshooting tools such as Nagios, SolarWinds, or built-in database tools.
Skills & Personal Traits
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong communication skills for interacting with developers, IT teams, and stakeholders.
- Ability to manage time effectively and perform under pressure.
- Capable of both team collaboration and independent decision-making.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Design, implement, maintain, and optimise database systems.
- Ensure data integrity, availability, security, and performance across on-premises and cloud environments.
- Develop intelligent and automated reports using Power BI and other reporting tools.
- Collaborate with developers, system administrators, and business analysts on projects and system enhancements.
- Provide training and support to IT staff and end-users on database systems.
- Install, configure, and upgrade database servers and related tools/applications.
- Ensure correct licensing and compliance with vendor requirements.
Apply for this role today, contact Sune Pienaar at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: itcareers@hireresolve.za.com
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy.
About
Specialists in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Mining, Manufacturing and Finance Careers! Hire Resolve is one of the larger and more agile South African recruitment companies that focus on placing professionals and skilled people in permanent employment and contract employment. We prefer and focus on working with top quality professionals and candidates in South Africa and Africa. Hire Resolve has successfully placed Engineering, Mining, IT, Manufacturing and Finance professionals with top firms across the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng and in Africa. Hire Resolve has assisted candidates to find jobs at over 100 JSE listed companies of which many are global companies with offices and operations in South Africa and Africa. It is for this reason that we are well respected in the industries we operate in and in the recruitment industry.
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