Oracle Database Administrator/Oracle DBA

Oracle Database Administrator/DBA (Oracle 11g) - Remote - Outside IR35 - 3 months+, My client is a global IT consultancy. They are seeking an experienced Oracle 11g Database Administrator to join a structured production support team responsible for maintaining business critical systems operating within a 24 by 7 live service environment.

This role focuses on operational stability, incident resolution, performance optimisation and secure database management across a high availability Oracle estate.

The Role

You will provide 2nd and 3rd line database support for Oracle 11g databases supporting critical production services. Working closely with application support, infrastructure and service management teams, you will ensure availability, resilience and performance in line with agreed service levels.

The position operates within a formal ITIL aligned support model and includes participation in a 24 by 7 support rota, including out of hours and major incident response., Provide production support for Oracle 11g databases within a 24 by 7 live service environment Diagnose and resolve incidents, including priority and major incidents Perform database performance tuning and optimisation Manage RMAN backup and recovery processes Support Data Guard and disaster recovery arrangements Implement database changes through controlled change management processes Apply security patches and maintain compliance standards Produce and maintain operational documentation and support runbooks

Strong hands on experience supporting Oracle 11g in a 24 by 7 production environment Proven expertise in RMAN backup and recovery Experience with Oracle Data Guard Solid SQL and PL SQL capability Experience of performance diagnostics and tuning Experience supporting Oracle on Linux or Unix platforms Familiarity with ITIL aligned service management processes Experience supporting high availability and mission critical systems

Desirable

Experience with OEM, ASM or RAC Exposure to later Oracle versions Scripting capability in Shell or Python Experience within regulated or high assurance environments

Personal Attributes

Strong analytical and troubleshooting capability Calm and methodical approach during major incidents Clear communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders Commitment to service quality, resilience and continuous improvement

This temporary contract is outside IR35 and will be delivered on a statement-of-work basis. The supplier will determine the method, resources, and approach to deliver the agreed outcomes

This temporary contract requires the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting at SC/DV level. 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.

Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance.

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. 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.