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Senior Database Administrator
Technology; Information Technology; Enabling Solutions Group; Carseldine
Are you passionate about database management and eager to work on enterpriselevel systems that support Queensland’s critical transport and infrastructure services?
The Database Service (DBS) Team within TMR's Enabling Solutions Group is looking for a skilled Senior Database Administrator to join our dynamic and innovative team.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | IT & Telecommunications |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/655400/25 |
| Closing date | 09-Sep-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Himanshu Singh |
| Contact details | Phone: (07) 3066 8195 Access the National Relay Service |
Are you a skilled and experienced Database Administrator looking to make a meaningful impact? Join the Database Service (DBS) Team within the Department of Transport and Main Road's Information Technology Branch (ITB) and play a vital role in supporting critical state-wide services that underpin Queensland's transport and infrastructure systems.
As a Senior Database Administrator, you will bring your technical expertise to manage and maintain a complex enterprise ICT infrastructure, ensuring the seamless delivery of client and network applications across the department.
In this role, you will:
• Manage database configurations, including installing and upgrading software, while maintaining documentation and procedures.
• Assess and deploy changes to database structures and ensure optimal performance through monitoring and capacity planning.
• Maintain specialist knowledge of database concepts, design principles, and architectures, contributing to the development and enforcement of database standards.
• Provide leadership within small technical teams, allocate tasks, and ensure Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are met.
• Perform ITIL-aligned incident, problem, release, and change management activities.
Technical Expertise:
• Oracle and SQL Server Database Administrator to provide operational and project support for enterprise systems.
• Knowledge of AWS/Azure database administration, including migrating workloads from on-premise to cloud solutions.
• Strong focus on automation and scripting, including PL/SQL, T-SQL, Bash, and PowerShell.
• Experience with PostgreSQL database administration highly regarded.
• Expertise in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, including Oracle Multitenant Architecture, Real Application Clusters (RAC), Oracle Data Guard, and Transparent Data Encryption.
Why Join Us?
• Be part of a collaborative and innovative team that supports Queensland's critical transport and infrastructure services.
• Work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to meaningful projects that impact the community.
• Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
Mandatory Requirements:
A criminal history check will be conducted prior to appointment due to access to sensitive data.
For more information and how to apply, please see the role description.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/655400/25
Closing Date: Tuesday, 09 September 2025
Further information
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