Database Administrator

Damia Group Ltd • Temporary • Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom • £500 - £600 / day • 2h ago

Location: Barrow-in-Furness
Working Arrangement: Predominantly onsite; flexibility to be discussed at interview
Contract: 3 months initially, with potential for extension
Rate: Up to £600 per day (Inside IR35)
Expenses & Overtime: Payable in line with client policy

Due to the nature of this position, candidates must meet all of the following requirements:

Hold active UK MOD SC clearance
Be a sole UK national - candidates must hold UK nationality only
Have not spent more than 28 consecutive days outside the UK during the last 5 years
Their MOD SC clearance must have been actively used within the last 12 months
Have at least 3 months remaining on their current SC clearance to allow sufficient time for interview, offer and clearance transfer

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Database Administrator with strong technical expertise in SQL and Solaris.

You will be responsible for supporting database environments across a range of technologies, potentially including Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL and PostgreSQL. Experience across multiple database platforms would be advantageous, although expertise in all technologies is not essential.

The role will involve a combination of Business-as-Usual (BAU) support and project-based activities, working within a security-focused environment. Experience with earlier versions of the technologies would also be beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

Complete assigned technical activities within agreed timeframes
Undertake project tasks and provide support to both internal and external Project Managers
Provide effective database administration and technical support
Work across BAU and project environments
Produce and maintain accurate technical documentation
Communicate effectively with customers and stakeholders
Work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a wider team
Travel to other UK locations when required

Essential Skills & Experience

Deep expertise in SQL
Strong experience with Solaris
Minimum 3 years' experience in Database Administration
Experience with one or more of the following:
- Oracle
- Microsoft SQL Server
- MySQL
- PostgreSQL
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong customer-facing skills
Ability and willingness to travel to other UK locations when required

Desirable

Experience working with multiple database technologies
Experience supporting older/legacy versions of database technologies
Oracle or Microsoft certification
Previous experience working within secure or highly regulated environments

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Database Administrator to join a technically challenging, security-focused environment, working across both operational and project-based activities.

If you have strong SQL and Solaris experience and hold active MOD SC clearance, we would be keen to hear from you.

Damia Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Damia Group Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept our Data Protection Policy which can be found on our website.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Should the role require the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, Reserved Post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.

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