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TThis role is for an experienced Oracle database administrator to manage the Oracle database of our company’s IFS ERP system.
You will be required to install and maintain the database software, create storage structures, set up user accounts, debug malfunctioning programs, create backups, and regularly maintain the database security.
To ensure success as an Oracle database administrator, you should have extensive experience with DBA tools, excellent problem-solving skills, and hands-on experience with Oracle database management.
The role will require you to liaise with internal customers and stakeholders, to understand their business processes and support required system configurations. This role would suit someone with hands on experience of working with ERP systems (ideally IFS, but prior knowledge of any other ERP hosted on Oracle is also valid). Ultra Maritime is a leading Global Engineering and Defense company where you will be heavily invested in and provided with a clear line of progression.
The Oracle Database Administrator reports to the IFS Team Lead and is accountable to the Global IT Applications & PMO Director.
Nationality Requirements
Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.
Job Description
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Keep the oracle database running in a healthy and efficient state.
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Work with the infrastructure team to ensure business continuity and appropriate backup and recovery procedures in place.
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Manage multiple IFS environments including production, dev, and test.
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Performing data refreshes (re-clones) from the production database.
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Troubleshoot, debug, and fix malfunctioning components/processes of the IFS system.
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Manage user access of the IFS system - both granting existing defined permission sets and making changes to permission set definitions where needed.
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Conduct investigations for strategy studies, business requirements specifications and feasibility studies.
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Work closely with Product owners, process owners, project managers, stakeholders, and subject matter experts to recommend options and define priority.
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Use appropriate tools to contribute to the development of system architectures in specific business or functional areas.
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Produce detailed component specifications and translate these into detailed designs for implementation in IFS Solution.
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Re-configuration and/or re-implementation of existing functionality to support required process changes.
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Development of customizations that alter and/or enhance the existing functionality.
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Work closely with other Team members to deliver significant change programs which may affect multiple business functions.
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Contribute to the systems capability strategy that meets the strategic requirements of the business.
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Take responsibility for investigative work to determine requirements and specify effective business processes, through improvements in information systems, data management, practices, processes, procedures, organization, and equipment.
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Use data analysis and modelling techniques to develop and maintain data structures to support business solutions, ensuring adherence to corporate data standards and provide advice and guidance to developers.
Qualifications:
Essential:
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Oracle 12 & 19 – Database Administration (DBA role)
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Oracle 12 & 19 – SQL & PL/SQL Development
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Excellent knowledge of IFS Apps 9 IE & Apps 10 IE including:
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IFS System Administration – General Support and Troubleshooting
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IFS Backend Administration – Server/Environment, Patching and Support
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IFS Access Control – Administration of User Access Rights/Permissions
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IFS Tech Development – Development of Custom Objects, Events, Lobbies\Reports, etc.
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Report Design using IFS Report Designer
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Report Design using Crystal Report Designer
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IFS Data Manipulation – Data Migration & Mass Updates
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Helpdesk Support – Operation & Administration (both internal helpdesks and IFS Tech Support Portal)
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Production of documentation for developed solutions and fixes
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Training, development, and mentoring of other team members & colleagues.
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Possess broad understanding of business and business activities with deep knowledge in at least one area of specialization.
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Associate/Bachelor’s degree level or hold relevant experience in Business / Systems / Functional Analysis
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Knowledge in a relevant business discipline / professional qualification.
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Demonstrate a systematic, disciplined analytical approach to problem solving.
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Excellent interpersonal skills and is experienced at stakeholder management.
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Fully aware of the importance of commercial constraints
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Able to recognize potential assignments outside own areas of specialization and bring to bear appropriate expertise as necessary.
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Wide understanding of software development life cycle and approaches (especially working in an Agile environment)
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Detailed knowledge of corporate data standards
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Self-motivated, able to plan and schedule own work in a set time horizon.
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Willingness to learn New IFS capabilities and solutions.
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Obtain/maintain security clearance.
Desired:
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Knowledge of IFS Cloud (Aurena)
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Experience working in a global environment.
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Experience working in the defence industry.
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Task management experience
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BI Reporting Development (e.g. Qlik Sense, Power BI)
Diverse & Inclusive Employer
Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.
We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a competitive benefits package including extended health and dental, life insurance, RRSP, deferred profit sharing, optional critical illness insurance, an EFAP and student bursaries
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We encourage regular manager-employee performance feedback, goal alignment and employee development through our Employee Performance Development Plan (EPDP) and offer employee education assistance to allow our people to acquire new qualifications and certifications.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from Women, Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.
Reasonable accommodation statement: If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email 