Exciting opportunity in leading agribusiness Based in Parkside About us We are Viterra, we connect Australian growers with domestic and international consumers through our world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network.
Viterra operates a storage and handling network of strategically located sites and port terminals spanning key growing regions in South Australia and western Victoria.
We receive growers' grain into our network, store it and move it to international and domestic markets.
Our unique culture empowers our employees to think innovatively and develop their careers in an exciting and supportive environment.
About the role Viterra is seeking an experienced IT Specialist – Database Administration to join our team.
Reporting to the Manager IT Infrastructure Australia and New Zealand and working with our wider IT team, this permanent full-time role will provide technical support of key technologies in accordance with ITIL processes and best practice.
Duties Install, configure, and upgrade SQL Server instances and databases.
Monitor database performance, implement changes, and apply new patches and versions when required.
Ensure high availability and performance of databases and applications using backup strategies, replication, and clustering techniques.
Work closely with developers to design and optimise database architectures.
Ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the Viterra database environment through best practice based ITIL operational processes such as change management and problem and incident management for both local and remote users.
Provide point of escalation support to the IT Service Desk and other members of the Support Team.
Work with the Infrastructure and Applications teams to ensure involved projects are successfully managed.
About you A minimum of 7 years proven experience in a similar role is essential.
Professional level or higher certification in a number of the following technology areas is highly desirable: Microsoft Server Microsoft SQL Server Oracle Microsoft Core Technologies In-depth knowledge of SQL Server administration, including installation, configuration, and performance tuning.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively with a technical and non-technical audience.
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and a track record of active participation in change management processes.
Experience in working with a strong technical team, with competing priorities and high visibility.
Proven client relationship management – customer focused experience.
By joining Viterra's operations, you will be joining an established world-leading global agriculture company which has been operating in South Australia and western Victoria for more than 70 years, and benefit from: Employee assistance program – access to confidential and free support Corporate health insurance funds, financial services, and computer offers Novated leasing Birthday leave Years of service recognition Rigorous safety practices Primary and secondary carer parental leave A supportive environment which prioritises respect and teamwork.
How to apply To apply for the position please click on 'Apply' at the bottom of the page or for further information please contact HR Manager Rachael Walker on 088385 8932.
Please note we are not accepting recruitment agency applications at this time.
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