SQL Server Database Administrator

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

Our client is seeking a skilled MS SQL Server DBA to support and optimise its database environment. This role offers an opportunity to take ownership of critical systems, work collaboratively across teams, and contribute to ongoing improvement initiatives within a dynamic government setting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead database administration tasks with minimal supervision
  • Manage and monitor MS SQL Server environments
  • Optimise performance and tune database systems
  • Manage backups, archiving, and disaster recovery procedures
  • Oversee database security, access, and patching
  • Handle incident management and troubleshooting
  • Maintain documentation and support upgrade projects
  • Develop and maintain SQL queries and reports
  • Drive continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives

Core Skills and Experience:

  • Proven experience in MS SQL Server administration and monitoring
  • Strong SQL proficiency
  • Expertise in performance tuning, security management, and backup/recovery
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Proactive and capable of working independently

Desirable (Bonus) Skills:

  • Experience with Azure DevOps or Azure SQL Database
  • Knowledge of Docker or containerisation
  • Exposure to SSIS, SSRS, or Oracle databases

If you’re a proactive, results-driven DBA looking for your next challenge within a high-impact public sector environment, we’d love to hear from you.

If you match the selection criteria and are interested in finding out more about the position, please forward your updated CV to Jane Saxby by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button. For a list of all vacant positions, please see our website www.talentinternational.com.

For further enquires please call Jane Saxby on 0456 372 202

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