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To be part of a team responsible for providing Database and Application services to Local Government, Health and Digital clients and the management of associated 3rd parties providing technical support for applications provided by NECSWS. To provide a high-quality Incident, Change, and Problem Management service to a large portfolio of clients covering a wide variety of hosting services. Working with contracted SLAs and delivering best-in-class services. The primary functions will be to provide database/application administration and support as and when required.
Job Responsibility:
Management of Oracle, SQL Server, and Postgres Databases
Administration of applications
Providing DBA and Application support services
Setup, management, and support of databases and applications
Producing standard documentation and procedures
Problem management, working to eliminate repeat incidents
Ensure compliance with NEC quality standards
Available to work and operate within call-out structure for out-of-hours and some weekend working requirements - this will be 7 days 1 in 4 weeks - just to be available on standby
Requirements:
Previous experience with Oracle 19c+ SQL Server 2019+
Database administration, upgrades, performance tuning and backup/recovery
An ability to provide application services, upgrades, and administration
An understanding of platform technology
Will need to be eligible for NPPV and Security Clearance
Strong interpersonal/team skills
Analytical and organised
Flexible
An adaptable attitude, wanting to provide a good service
Good communication and client facing/customer service skills
Stress Tolerance
Self-motivation
Nice to have:
Experience with Postgres 11+
Oracle Accreditation
SQL Server Accreditation
Postgres Accreditation
UNIX scripting
ITIL Practitioner
Be technically aware of technology outside your remit
Familiarity with local government back-office applications
What we offer:
Private Medical Cover funded by NEC for Employees (with the option to add family members at an additional cost)
25 days paid holiday with the option to buy/sell
4 x basic salary life assurance cover funded by NEC (with the option to increase cover at an additional cost)
A Group Pension Plan with fantastic employer contributions up to a maximum of 8.5%
A selection of flexible benefits to suit your individual needs