Job description
Oracle Database Administrator
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a good team player to join the Bank during an exciting period of growth. We are looking for an Oracle Database Administrator to work within the dedicated IT team in Northwich, Cheshire.
The Access Bank UK Ltd is the first Bank in London to be awarded Platinum status by Investors in People (IIP) in 2020 demonstrating our commitment to high performance through good people management and strong company culture. This means there is a focus on clearly defined set of core values and the Bank encourages a sense of individual ownership and talent development whilst fostering team spirit and career progression.
We are looking for an Oracle Database Administrator to work within the dedicated IT team in Northwich, Cheshire and this role will report to the IT Systems Manager.
About the role
This role will be responsible for managing and administering all of the Banks databases including the Windows and Linux platforms they are running on. Responsibilities will include:
- Monitor database systems to ensure environments are stable and available
- Perform maintenance operations on Oracle databases to ensure efficient database operations
- Backups, migrations, and restorations of Oracle databases, including Oracle APEX applications
- Recover corrupted or lost data in test and production systems from backups
- Develop, manage and test database and IS backups and recovery plans, ensuring written processes are in place
- Analyse/manage capacity & performance of Oracle application databases, liaising with application developers
- Promote / maintain data security and compliance for Oracle databases to meet compliance
- Maintain knowledge of current and emerging technologies that support data applications
- Maintenance of operational systems may be required outside of normal business hours
About you
We are looking for someone with:
- Logical thinker with a strong ability to problem solve
- The ability to work under own initiative and to strict deadlines
- Meticulous in approach
- A good team player able to motivate, direct and effectively lead the team
- Ability to communicate both effectively, clearly and professionally both within the team and with staff at all levels in the Bank.
- Ability to operate effectively / systematically under pressure in recovery and failover scenarios
- An understanding of business and compliance processes
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities Organised and able to prioritise and plan own work to deliver to agreed standards
Technical requirement:
- Oracle 12c or above database experience.
- Oracle enterprise manager maintenance and implementation
- Oracle WebLogic maintenance and implementation
- Knowledge of computer networks / protocols, including Windows & Linux operating systems and shell scripting
- Performance tuning & optimization skills
- RMAN Backup and Recovery
Why join IT?
IT development enables you as an individual to play a key role within the bank to embrace both new and existing technologies in a creative and innovative manner, to further enhance the banks banking platform. The team work hard to collaborate and assist colleagues across the Bank to provide the very best customer experience.
Why work with The Access Bank UK Ltd?
At The Access Bank UK we are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential through providing continuous learning opportunities and the tools and training to help them grow.
We encourage a sense of individual ownership whilst fostering team spirit and are firmly committed to the diversity of our workforce. We are proud to have achieved the Investors in People Platinum accreditation, which is recognised across the world as a mark of excellence.
We are guided by our Core Values:
- Excellence
- Innovation
- Passion for Customers
- Professionalism
- Empowered Employees
- Leadership
Benefits
- Hybrid Working
- Bonus Scheme
- Sponsored Training
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mentoring Scheme
- Company Events & Awards
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Dress down Friday & Friday breakfast
Salary: £45,000 to £50,000
As an equal opportunities employer, The Access Bank UK Ltd is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Access Bank UK Ltd