Senior Database Administrator (Oracle)
Senior Database Administrator (Oracle)
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Overview:
A dynamic Senior Database Administrator (Oracle) position is available Full time Permanent position.
Based at the Melbourne CBD campus (Hybrid role) and a Flexible Working Arrangement
Join us as a Senior Oracle DBA where youll bring your expertise to the table and provide technical leadership within a dynamic and collaborative Data Platforms team.
About the Portfolio
The Operations Portfolio enables an integrated enterprise-wide delivery for best practice student and staff experiences.
The Portfolio incorporates the following business units: Enterprise Projects and Business Performance (EPBP) Communications People Information and Technology Services (ITS) Office of the Chief Operating Officer Procurement and Vietnam Operations.
The Portfolio houses significant drivers and delivery components across the staff and student journeys and enables the overall experience for both groups. The Portfolio is integral in bringing the RMIT strategy to life across the globe. Each of these functions supports the global operations of the University both directly as well as through its controlled entities.
The Information Technology Services (ITS) function provides RMIT University with current and emerging Technology systems and services. Our vision of unleashing technologies to enable great experiences for RMIT communities supports a proactive and leading-edge technology ecosystem mindset and delivery empowering the advancement of the Universitys commitment to advancing Lifelong has an essential role to play in realising these goals.
Website: Role
The Senior Database Administrator (Oracle) will provide Technical Leadership and Support for the Data Platforms Team. They will perform a lead role in the management of fault resolution for Oracle Database and related Database Technologies and where escalation is required seek external vendor support. They will drive operational excellence within the function whilst enabling the delivery of enhancements and projects.
The DBA provides consultative guidance to cross-functional teams championing database best practices and emerging technologies to transform data management capabilities. While delivering robust operational support they will inspire technical excellence across the organization mentor team members and proactively identify opportunities to leverage database technologies for competitive advantage.
RMIT has a Global presence; as such this role will require being part of a 24/7 on-call roster which will involve working with Technical Engineers Both Internal and External to the Database team to resolve issues after hours.
If youre an experienced Oracle professional ready to take ownership and drive excellence in database operations and innovation wed love to hear from you!
To be successful in this position youll have as a minimum:
Extensive experience in operational support administration and optimization of Oracle Database environments with deep expertise in troubleshooting performance tuning and ensuring database security.
Demonstrated technical leadership with a strong ability to mentor team members implement best practices and lead initiatives to enhance the performance security and availability of database systems.
Proven stakeholder engagement and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams build lasting relationships and influence at all levels of the organization.
Ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable secure and efficient database solutions ensuring alignment with RMITs strategic and operational goals.
Experience in service reporting and SLA management including tracking KPIs identifying service improvements and effectively presenting insights to senior stakeholders.
Strong focus on detail and continuous improvement with a drive to enhance the quality reliability and efficiency of enterprise database services and operations.
Hands-on experience supporting and optimizing enterprise database technologies including:Oracle Database (installation configuration administration) Performance & monitoring tools (OEM AWR ADDM) Backup & recovery (RMAN Data Guard) Replication/clustering (RAC GoldenGate) Microsoft SQL Server (administration tuning HA solutions) (Desirable) Enterprise tools and automation frameworks
Experience with database automation scripting and DevOps methodologies using tools such as PowerShell Ansible or Terraform to streamline and modernize database operations.
ToApply
Please submit your CV addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the Apply link below.
For further information about this position please see the Position Description below.
you join our team youll be able to access a range of benefits: From travel to fitness theres something for everyone!
Applications Close:
17 July 2025 11.59 pmRMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed tobeinga child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
At RMIT we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements please contact Dani via or visit our Careers page for more contact information - are a Circle Back Initiative Employer we commit to respond to every applicant.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
