The Business & Technology Group (BTG) delivers the business infrastructure that supports AIHW Business in the discharge of their statistics and information responsibilities.
Within the BTG, the Information Technology Operations and Platforms Unit provides the ICT infrastructure necessary to support the AIHW's evolving and expanding business requirements as well as supporting ICT security and project initiatives.
AIHW's rich mix of technologies, coupled with the Institutes' dynamic and nationally significant work program, makes for a challenging and exciting work environment.
The Information Technology Operations and Platforms Unit works closely together to exploit their diverse range of talents and skill sets to find new and innovative approaches to meet these challenges.
The AIHW currently has several exciting projects and work underway to enhance its ICT environment and capabilities and are seeking an experienced and passionate Database Administrator to join our team.
The key duties of the position include:Under general direction you will:
Support the installation, configuration, security, user authentication and maintenance of all SQL servers, equipment, and software related to SQL infrastructure as required.
Support and maintain corporate database systems and associated software, including monitoring, backup and recovery services.
Provide support and back up to other areas such as SharePoint administration.
Plan and execute SQL patching and upgrades.
Provide automated reporting.
Maintain clear and up-to-date system and software documentation, and procedures.
Assist with ICT projects, support and upgrade as required.
Our ideal candidate will have the following skills and knowledge:
Demonstrated communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
Demonstrated technical skills working within SQL Database Administration and Windows operating environments.
Ability to work independently and to contribute to a small team including managing your own tasks and deliverables, attention to detail, prioritising and working according to planned timeframes.
Excellent task management and organisational skills, including the demonstrated ability to prioritise and deliver high quality work within agreed timeframes or escalate issues when required.
Demonstrated experience working with VMware, Active Directory or SharePoint will be highly regarded.
EligibilityTo be eligible to apply for this vacancy, you must:
Be an Australian citizen.
Undergo any required pre-employment checks, including a police records check.
Obtain and maintain a valid Security Clearance if required by the institute.
A probationary period of six (6) months will apply to any new engagement to the APS.
How to apply:Please visit the AIHW Careers page and submit your application online via the AIHW e-Recruit system.
When applying online for the first time, you will need to register and provide a valid email address.
Your application must include:
A summary of your relevant skills and experience and explain why you would be the best person for the role, your response should align with the position summary and selection criteria information outlined in the position description and must be no more than 750 words.
Your current CV and the names of two referees.
A merit list/pool may be created from this process.
If you are successful for the merit pool, your details may be shared with other Australian Public Service agencies unless you choose not to have your details disclosed.