Database Administrator

Kiosk mode Pause the proceeding carousel Database Administrator 524437 Crawley, WA Full Time Closing on: 29 Sep 2026 Add to favourites View favourites Shape the future of UWA's enterprise technology landscape. Blend DBA, cloud and infrastructure expertise in a varied role. Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months. Base salary range: $120,912 – $132,161 p.a. plus 17% superannuation. About the area UWA is making significant investments in the Information and Technology Services to enable its strategic direction and goals.  UWA is also looking to utilise technology advancements to expand its services and create new and innovative teaching and research models. Robust, flexible, integrated and agile enterprise architecture, information and technology services are vital to enabling the university strategic objectives. About the opportunity Review, recommend and implement database and web architectures to support nominated business systems. Research and develop solutions to issues related to web architecture, database and application implementations. Recommend, design and implement additions and updates to operational standards including procedural and system documentation. About you Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent competency. Thorough knowledge of database and web technical architectures and integration techniques (particularly SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, WebLogic, IIS etc.). Substantial experience   in recommending, planning and executing database/web architecture changes to support implementations and upgrades. Demonstrated expertise in Linux and Windows OS platforms and cloud services including OS commands and scripting. Highly developed problem analysis and critical thinking skills with practical experience in problem analysis and resolution. Self-motivated with a strong willingness to learn. Note : As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant. Some after hours and weekend work may be required. Position description: PD - Database Administrator 524437.pdf To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Martin Maliti at martin.maliti@uwa.edu.au For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Wendy Young at wendy.young@uwa.edu.au How to apply Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria. Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday, 29 September 2026 This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels. Benefits Flexible working options. Generous paid leave including parental leave. Up to 17% employer paid superannuation. Salary packaging available. Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service. Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses. Discounted health insurance. Employee Assistance Program. About the University The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university. Learn more about us. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process. If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number. Other jobs Technical Officer Crawley, WA Technical/Laboratory support Work in a state-of-the-art facility, the Crawley Dangerous Goods and Hazardous Substances Store, which supports a variety of academic and research activities. Compliance Manager Claremont, WA Human Resources Lead complex employment compliance initiatives and influence University-wide workforce governance. Join a collaborative team delivering sustainable compliance solutions and continuous improvement. Senior Manager, Property and Commercial Leasing Crawley, WA Campus / facilities management Lead the strategic management, performance and optimisation and risk management of UWA’s commercial and residential property portfolio. Benefits Flexible working options considered. 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender. 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more. 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years. Salary packaging options. 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee. Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses. Discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options. Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service. Excluding casual positions.

• Review, recommend and implement database and web architectures to support nominated business systems.
• Research and develop solutions to issues related to web architecture, database and application implementations.
• Recommend, design and implement additions and updates to operational standards including procedural and system documentation.

• Note : As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence.
• A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant.
• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent competency.
• Thorough knowledge of database and web technical architectures and integration techniques (particularly SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, WebLogic, IIS etc.).
• Substantial experience in recommending, planning and executing database/web architecture changes to support implementations and upgrades.
• Demonstrated expertise in Linux and Windows OS platforms and cloud services including OS commands and scripting.
• Highly developed problem analysis and critical thinking skills with practical experience in problem analysis and resolution.
• Self-motivated with a strong willingness to learn.
• Some after hours and weekend work may be required.
• Position description: PD - Database Administrator 524437.pdf
• To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Martin Maliti at martin.maliti@uwa.edu.au

• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible working options.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Flexible working options considered.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
• 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
• Salary packaging options.
• 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
• Discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Excluding casual positions.
• Salary packaging available.
• Generous paid leave including parental leave.
• Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.