
Database Administrator - Woodmead (Hybrid)
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- R250,000-350,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assist in managing and maintaining MSSQL and PostgreSQL databases.
- Support the design, implementation, and monitoring of secure and highly available database solutions.
- Help develop, implement, and optimise SSIS packages for ETL processes.
- Assist in creating and managing SSRS reports to support business intelligence needs.
- Perform database tuning and monitor performance.
- Support database upgrades, migrations, backups, and recovery procedures.
- Collaborate with development teams to optimise schemas and troubleshoot issues.
- Provide after-hours support, under supervision, for maintenance and emergencies.
- Shadow and support the DBA team during customer meetings, workshops, installations, and upgrades.
- Monitor production systems using reporting tools, logging and escalating issues as required.
- Assist with installation, configuration, testing, and maintenance of operating systems and applications.
- Contribute to ensuring maximum system and infrastructure availability.
- Manage tickets and project tasks within the Service Desk system.
- Assist with design and support of operational systems.
- Liaise with vendors and IT personnel for issue resolution.
- Become familiar with deployed systems and customer workflows.
- Complete relevant certifications and pursue continuous technical learning.
- Proactively identify developmental areas and engage in growth opportunities.
- Successful support and maintenance of databases to ensure performance, availability, and security.
- Effective delivery of delegated tasks and services.
- Positive customer outcomes measured by satisfaction feedback.
- Demonstrated continuous learning and personal development.
- IT-related degree/diploma advantageous.
- Certification in SQL DBA or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Coursework or exposure to SQL Database Administration.
- Minimum 1–2 years MS SQL Server Administration.
- Understanding of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR).
- Familiarity with SSIS and SSRS.
- Experience with backups, restores, and recovery models.
- Experience with Windows Server and Active Directory.
- Knowledge of virtualization or containerization beneficial.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting ability.
- Effective communication and collaboration (written and verbal).
- Ability to learn quickly and manage workload in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail with solid reporting skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Patient, courteous, and adaptable.
- Own reliable transport.
- Availability to work after hours when required.
- Ability to support flexible working arrangements.