Oracle/SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA)

Our Oil & Gas Operator client is currently recruiting for the position of Oracle/SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA), based in Aberdeen.
 
This is an initial 5 month contract and would require working in the Aberdeen offices (fully remote working is not possible)
 
3/2 Hybrid working
 

• We are looking for someone who has
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• Dual-Engine Expertise: Looking for a DBA who has actively managed both Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle environments.

 

• Cloud & Modern Integration: Experience of extending on-premises databases to the cloud. You will know how to connect databases with Azure, Microsoft 365, and Microsoft PowerPlatform (specifically writing efficient queries for Power BI and Power Query).

 

• Performance & Infrastructure Savvy: You should not just maintain tables but understand infrastructure. You will be someone skilled in hardware sizing, storage optimization, and minimizing network latency.

 

• Ideally have experience of the upstream oil & gas industry and be based in Aberdeen.

 
 
Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server and Oracle environments, including interfaces for SAP, OSIsoft PI, Azure, and Microsoft 365.
• Monitor database health, performance, and availability; perform tuning, indexing, and capacity planning.
• Manage server security, backup, restore, and disaster recovery as a managed service.
• Advise on database sizing and placement to optimise shared server infrastructure and reduce network bandwidth.
• Support PowerPlatform integration (PowerBI, Power Query) and collaborate with development, infrastructure, and business teams on deployments and change management.
• Maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and ensure compliance with organisational standards.

 
Experience & Qualifications:

• Proven Oracle and/or SQL Server administration experience in enterprise environments.
• Strong grasp of database security, backup/recovery, performance tuning, and migration management.
• E&P domain experience advantageous; familiarity with oil and gas operator environments and industry applications preferred.

 
Contract position
 
If you feel that you are well suited to the above opportunity and would like to find out more then please contact Orion Group for more information or apply by forwarding your current CV quoting reference: TR/082833.


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