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Lead Oracle Applications E-Business Database Administrator

Company Description

Version 1’s market leading Enterprise Applications Practice specialises in Finance, Supply Chain, HR, and Payroll Solutions with over 700 Oracle Specialists across the UK, Ireland, US, Australia, India and Slovenia.

We deliver consulting and managed services to transform and optimise ways of working for more than 230 customers through the provision of specialist knowledge right across the Oracle product stack – Oracle Fusion Cloud for ERP, HCM and EPM, eBusiness Suite, JDEdwards, Peoplesoft and Hyperion, not to mention extensive expertise in Analytics, Infrastructure, and Integration.

We have grown both organically and through acquisition, with our most recent acquisition of EPM and Analytics experts Qubix bringing 170 specialists to our team.

Our Oracle Fusion Cloud team has grown significantly over the past 3 years powered by recent business wins including Galliford Try, Bank of England, An Post, Inizio Health, Birmingham City Council, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea and QBE Insurance.

Unrivalled as Oracle partner of the year - sweeping the boards at recent UK Oracle User Group (UKOUG) Partner Community Awards - 8 Golds, 5 Silvers and Project of the Year. 2023 Oracle EMEA Innovation Partner of the Year

We don't have a failed implementation on our books. We are trusted by the market (and by Oracle) to rescue programmes in distress. We know how programmes need to be set up for success.

98% customer retention and enviable customer satisfaction / net promoter scores

We have an exciting growth strategy that will see further rapid growth and opportunity to drive value for our customers into 2024 and beyond.

UK & Ireland’s premier Oracle, Microsoft & AWS partner 
Market leader in Oracle ERP and Cloud Applications 
Consulting, implementation, and support services 
3200+ strong, €347m/£302m revenue business 
ERP Partner of the Year & 10 years as GPTW to work in Ireland & UK

Job Description

Lead Oracle Applications E-Business Database Administrator

MUST BE SC CLEARED OR ELIGIBLE FOR SC CLEARANCE

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR SC CLEARANCE, YOU MUST HAVE LIVED IN THE UK FOR THE LAST 5 YEARS.

THERE WILL BE AN ON-CALL ROTA (1 IN EVERY 4 WEEKS)

Would like you like the opportunity to expand your skillset within the latest Oracle Cloud technology, especially within OCI?

How would you like to join an award-winning Oracle Partner with over 700 dedicated Oracle consultants across the US, UK, Ireland, Australia, India and Slovenia who deliver Finance, Supply Chain and HR solutions that underpin digital transformation for our customers businesses?

Here at Version 1, we are currently in the market for an experienced Lead Oracle Applications E-Business Database Administrator to join our growing Managed Services Practice.

You will have the opportunity to work with the latest cloud technology and work on projects across a multiplicity of sectors and industries.

In addition, you will have the opportunity to undertake accreditations and educational assistance for courses relevant to your role.

Qualifications

Lead Oracle Applications E-Business Database Administrator

Qualifications

You will have experience in the following areas:

Required Skills:

Providing day to day DBA support for multiple customers
Leading and overseeing standard DBA support tasks for Oracle EBS Versions 11i, 12.1.3 and 12.2.x - Issues, Cloning, Patching etc
RMAN backups, performance issue fixes, Shell Scripting, TLS and jar signing certificate implementations
External access configuration, load balancing and shared filesystems
Supporting OCI PaaS applications and databases
Creation, update, and resolution of Oracle service requests (SRs)
Working with technical and functional consultants to deliver client requirements.
Liaising directly with customers to ensure all requests for change are properly designed, assessed, prioritized, and managed through to completion.
Identifying persistent problems and work with key stakeholders to address the root causes.
Disaster Recovery site maintenance and participation in regular DR tests
Conduct DB /OS health check ups
ITIL Process Knowledge, you will be preferably ITIL Foundation certified
Ability to research, learn, troubleshoot, and support complex systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Assisting with transitioning clients into managed service following projects and from other suppliers.
Projects - Upgrades, Migrations, Lift and Shift On-premises to OCI/Cloud
Experience in database upgrades and EBS point release upgrades

Desirable Skills:

Hands on experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and supporting OCI PaaS applications and databases

RAC and ASM
Single Sign On
Linux Administration
Migrations: on-premises to OCI, Legacy Migration and Hardware Migration
EBS version upgrades (R12.1 to R12.2)
Knowledge of JD Edwards and PeopleSoft applications

Additional Information

Why Version 1?

Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance and leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development review

A large training budget for accreditations and educational assistance for courses relevant to your role.

Version 1 Annual Excellence Awards & our ‘Call-Out’ platform where performance is called out and recognised.

Moments that matter & our enhanced maternity & paternity leave policies for life’s journey.

Our active ESG & CSR initiative allows you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion, and belonging schemes.

Quarterly performance-related profit share
Certified Great Place to Work for 10 years in a row
Flexible mix of Remote/Hybrid working options
Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance plus

This is an opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing Oracle ERP Consultancies in Ireland & the UK.

PLUS, many more exciting benefits… drop us a note to find out more.

This is a hybrid role with occasional travel to a hub office so you MUST be commutable.

Ashley Billington, Talent Acquisition - Oracle ERP (Oracle Cloud - ERP, HCM, EPM)

+447840839370

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We are an equal opportunities employer. Please refer to our Diversity & Inclusion statement located at: Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging | Version 1 Careers

Please note: We have an internal recruitment team and do not accept agency candidates. If you want to join the team here at Version 1, get in touch with us directly!

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What You Should Know About Lead Oracle Applications E-Business Database Administrator, Version 1

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with Version 1 as a Lead Oracle Applications E-Business Database Administrator? Based in various locations across the UK, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle upon Tyne, Edinburgh, and Belfast, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to work with one of the top partners in the Oracle ecosystem. At Version 1, we pride ourselves on providing unmatched expertise in Oracle applications, helping our clients navigate their digital transformation journeys. As a Lead Oracle Applications E-Business Database Administrator, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering top-tier DBA support for Oracle EBS versions. You will manage tasks such as backups, performance fixes, and disaster recovery while guiding a dedicated team to ensure seamless customer satisfaction. Your skills in OCI will be your playground as you work on various projects across sectors, allowing you to expand your technical toolkit. Plus, you’ll have access to mentoring, training budgets for certifications, and various growth opportunities. This position also comes with an on-call rota, for which we ensure a balanced schedule. If you're passionate about Oracle databases and looking for a collaborative, supportive environment, then Version 1 is the perfect fit for you. Come join a company recognized for stellar customer satisfaction and a track record of success that includes no failed implementations. Let’s drive value together!

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What responsibilities does a Lead Oracle Applications E-Business Database Administrator have at Version 1?

As a Lead Oracle Applications E-Business Database Administrator at Version 1, you are responsible for providing day-to-day DBA support for multiple clients. This includes overseeing standard DBA tasks related to Oracle EBS, managing RMAN backups, resolving performance issues, and facilitating upgrades. Your role will also involve liaising with technical and functional consultants to meet client requirements, ensuring all changes are properly designed and managed through to completion. It's about being a problem-solver who supports OCI applications and databases while maintaining a robust line of communication with our clients.