SQL SERVER DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR - 24 MONTHS FIXED-TERM CONTRACT
Kamo Placements
- R Undisclosed
- Contract Senior position
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Centurion
- Posted 31 Oct 2025 by Kamo Placements
- Expires in 7 days
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Job 2626218 - Ref JHB001816
About the position
To plan, manage, administer and secure system databases as well as troubleshoot any database issues affecting system performance and ensure data quality across the databases.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Managing SQL Server databases.
- Configuring and maintaining database servers and processes.
- Monitoring the system's health and performance.
- Ensuring high levels of performance, availability, sustainability and security.
- Refining and automating regular processes, tracking issues, and documenting changes.
- Assisting developers with query tuning and schema refinement.
- Providing support for critical business systems.
- Performing scheduled maintenance and supporting release deployment activities.
- Performing any additional responsibilities/tasks in line with the company operational requirements.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- BSc Computer Science degree or B. Tech or Advanced Diploma or a relevant equivalent qualification at NQF level 7.
- A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in SQL Server database administration or a similar role.
- Knowledge and experience with database Performance Tuning and Optimisation (PTO).
- Knowledge and experience with backups, restores and recovery models.
- Knowledge and experience of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for SQL Server.
- Knowledge and experience with Windows Server Operating System, including Active Directory.
- In-depth understanding of SQL Server architecture, components (e.g., SQL Server Engine).
- Database design and data modelling.
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving.
- Cloud database management.
- ICT security and governance.
- Communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution.
- Analytical, attention to detail, working independently.
- Knowledge of project administration.
Desired Skills:
- project administration
- Cloud database management
- Database design and data modelling
Kamo Placements
About the agency
Kamo Placements is a 100% Female Black Owned Company.
Kamo Placements embraces the South African culture and the company complies with the employment equity Act. The company has a 100% affirmative action content.
Our vision is to be a leading staffing solutions provider by paying tribute to our clients and our country: South Africa, a land rich in both human resources and opportunities.
Ready for the organization to bring in the two together.
* Kamo Placements is committed to the uplifting of all individuals that form part of the diverse culture of the South African Population.
* To be the preferred value adding partner of selected customers in core markets in the supply of cost effective human capital related solutions.
* To uplift the community and to continue our commitment to create equal employment opportunities through growth, training, development and affirmative action appointments.
* Being a 100% Female Black owned company it is our commitment to the redressing of the empowerment agenda.
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