Database Administrator DB2/SQL

Apply now Job no: 562984
Work type: Full Time
Location: Homebush West
Categories: Information Technology

• Generous discounts on products and services!
• Based at Silverwater with street parking available   
• Experience working within a diverse, unique, and successful global organisation 

As Australia’s largest retailer of lifestyle products, with nearly 300 stores worldwide, Harvey Norman® has been a part of almost every Australian’s shopping experience. Whether getting the latest electronic gadgets, or furnishing your first home, Harvey Norman® is the place where you can shop with confidence. 

About the role  

As a member of the Harvey Norman Information Technology team based on-site in Silverwater, you will report directly to the Midrange & Storage Services Manager. Your primary objective will be to design, develop, implement, maintain, and enhance roadmaps, methodologies, documentation standards, and procedures for DB2 database systems.

Responsibilities include; 

• Provide technical expertise for adopting database technologies and delivering database services to support the enterprise.   
• Propose solution designs to continuously improve database environments.
• Support and resolve all database issues, escalating as needed, while managing both production and non-production database environments.
• Develop and enforce a security framework, ensuring adherence to HNIT database policies and best practices.
• Design prototypes based on logical data models and convert them into physical models.
• Manage the production and maintenance of database documentation and provide strategic advice on database technology adoption.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and provide guidance on database concepts and capabilities.
• Train new employees in database administration and mentor them in technical skills.
• Collaborate with peers to update and resolve database incidents.
• Communicate proactively with suppliers to efficiently resolve incidents and service requests.

About you  

You will have extensive experience as a Database Administrator with relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience. You have expertise in DB2 LUW and a strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) principles and methodologies. Additionally, you excel in stakeholder management, interpersonal, conflict resolution, and influencing skills, and are adept at presenting to diverse business stakeholders.

You will also have: 

• Knowledge of system design, IT infrastructure and database concepts.
• Knowledge of the testing and quality assurance processes.
• Knowledge of ITIL concepts and processes.
• Specialist knowledge of process improvement, documentation and information sharing processes.
• Knowledge of system and application security controls and risks.
• Knowledge of relational database designs, maintenance, tuning and concepts.
• Specialist skills in time management, prioritisation, organisation, decision making, and adaptability. 
• Expertise in business process design, technical writing, and documentation.
• Experience in PostgreSQL and MS SQL is advantageous.

This opportunity will provide: 

• A competitive salary + opportunities for salary packaging & novated leasing.
• Career progression and development.
• Experience working with an Iconic Australian Retailer with global success in NZ, Asia, and Europe.
• A supportive team environment that celebrates diversity and promotes job flexibility and a healthy work and family life balance.
• Opportunities to make discounted purchases on a great range of products and services.  

Have we got your interest?  

Apply now to be considered to join our dedicated team.  

Please note that only people with the right to work in Australia should apply for this position.  

Recruitment Agencies – thank you for thinking of us, however we do endeavour to fill our opportunities through direct channels wherever possible. If we find that we do need agency assistance, we’ll be in touch.