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1. JOB INFORMATION
JOB TITLE:
BAND:
DEPARTMENT:
REPORTS TO:
LOCATION:
Database Administrator
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IT
IS Infrastructure Manager
Central Services - Craigavon
2. JOB PURPOSE
To ensure the integrity, availability and security of Moy Park’s data; this includes database
servers and network connectivity.
3. RESPONSIBILITIES
3.1 FINANCIAL
No budget responsibility, but should be aware of financial impact of own actions.
3.2 STAFF
No direct reports, but working as part of small IT team in HQ.
3.3 ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE / REPORTING LINE
IS Infrastructure Manager
Network Engineer
Database
Administrator
4. DUTIES / PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
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Monitor and tune database performance.
Establish and manage objective database performance criteria.
Establish and manage standards for SQL queries within the system.
Review SQL, server & application error logs and troubleshoot issues.
Establish change control procedures and manage the process.
Establish database security procedures and enforce their application.
To continue to develop and deploy contingency and DR measures.
To advise on database design requirements.
To manage and liaise with external technical service providers.
To participate as a project team member in ongoing development works.
Work with other business systems support groups to optimize the performance.
Work effectively within cross-functional teams, commanding credibility at all levels
within the business.
Contribute to IT management team & overall Support Strategy
Maintain an in-depth an understanding of the key data structures and relationships that
underpin Moy Park’s critical systems.
To work in a manner that actively seeks to reduce any negative environmental impact in
relation to the processes and procedures operating within their area and across the wider
business e.g. reduction of waste, recycling etc.
Any other reasonable duties as may be required.
Date written: 22/11/2010
Last Updated: 06/07/2016
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5. QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Essential
Desirable
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Third level IT related qualification, or a
third level qualification with practical
skills and experience in Database
Administration gained through an
accredited IT conversion course.
Proven track record working in the
capacity of Database Administrator,
ensuring integrity of data across a range
of platforms; typically a minimum of two
years experience is expected in order to
demonstrate the depth of technical
knowledge and expertise required to
work effectively in this role.
3-5 years Microsoft SQL Server
experience.
Experience in at least two of the
following:
o Software Development in Microsoft Development environment
and using Transact-SQL.
o Infrastructure Support, Network /
Server / Storage.
o Database Administration on any
major RDBMS.
o Application Support –
Manufacturing / commercial /
ERP.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong team working skills.
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Recognised certification e.g. Microsoft
Certified Database Administrator.
SQL 2008, 2012 2016 and PaaS
Experience in working in or alongside a
Development Team Environment.
Experience of database design.
Exposure to or experience in supporting
 Manufacturing Systems
 24hr Operations
 Business critical systems such as
ERP systems e.g. Protean.
 Multi Site Environment
please include SQL 2008, 2012 2016 and
PaaS
Required Skills
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SQL Server 2005
Database Administration
Database Tuning
Database Management
Database Security
RDBMS
Date written: 22/11/2010
Last Updated: 06/07/2016
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DATE:
JOB HOLDER:
MANAGER:
HUMAN RESOURCES REPRESENTATIVE:
Note:
This description is intended to be a guide of what duties are most likely, but should not be taken as a definitive list. Moy Park
reserves the right to vary duties and add duties as they see necessary.
Date written: 22/11/2010
Last Updated: 06/07/2016
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Last printed 12/05/2017 09:20 – Printed copy valid for one week after print date
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