Database Administrator

at  BAE Systems

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.
About the OPPORTUNITY
We have a 12 month Fixed Term opportunity for a Database Administrator to join our Function based in either Melbourne, Sydney or Adelaide reporting to the ERP Manager.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as hybrid working.
You will be responsible for the coordination, installation and support of database technologies across all sites.
Working across all aspects of monitoring and managing databases across all sites to ensure continuous operation whilst identifying and resolving potential issues.

• Apply required application patches periodically, adhering to best practices for implementation (Dev, UAT, Prod)
• Perform regular, scheduled application clones/refreshes for non prod environments.
• Manage the day to day maintenance of Database and Middleware Systems
• Assist in licence management for Database and Middleware Systems to ensure entitlements meet demand
• Maintain high quality documentation of design and associated processes
• Keep abreast of relevant ICT industry developments with an eye to continuously improve our service offerings

About YOU

• Experience in performing a DBA role administering Oracle E-Business Suite 12.2.
• Knowledge in Oracle Database and middleware maintenance and design including sizing, performance tuning, resiliency, redundancy, recovery and upgrade.
• A good working knowledge of Oracle RAC.
• Experience working with Exadata and Linux.
• Ability to work autonomously and the ability to troubleshoot problems.
• Well-developed interpersonal, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple changing priorities.

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
About US
You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.
Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.
As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.
We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.
To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au
Clearances
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.
Further information regarding security clearances