Database Administrator- IT - Sandton at Ivanhoe Mines

You will have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems NQF 7 Relevant database platform certification (Microsoft SQL 2016 platforms, Azure SQL, Oracle, MYSQL)
• Valid Driver’s License
• A minimum of 5 years Database Administration experience.
• Excellent knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity and SQL In-depth understanding of database management systems, ETL, database design, documentation and coding Data warehouse design & analytics principle working knowledge Familiarity with programming languages API Knowledge of database structure languages, such as SQL or SQL/PSM SQL Clustering
• SQL Always on
• MySQL
• Replication Knowledge of IT security best practices Knowledge of Project Management - install and rollout of hardware within required project guidelines and timeframes.
• Knowledge of financial planning and budgets, submission of database requirements for the group - provide input into the forecasting and planning of budgets.
• Computer Literacy and Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate).
• Personal Competencies should include:
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to conduct research into systems issues and products as required
• Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language
• Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail
• Proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities
• Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment

Your Key Performance Activities will include but not limited to: 

Process:

•  Design and maintain relational databases 
• Transform unstructured to structured datasets 
• Implement and maintain security and accessibility of data 
• Provide technical support for database end-users 
• Implement and manage backup and recovery of data 
• Provide weekly and monthly BI reporting
• Support the organisational Skills Transfer agenda 
• Manage self and show up as a good team player 
• Monitor cost or expenses to achieve cost efficiencies and reduce waste 
• Adhere to and improve reporting processes for the area of responsibility  
• Build working relationships across teams and functional lines to enhance work delivery, collaboration and innovation