Database Administrator

The Database Administrator is a key member of the JDI IT team supporting the J.D. Irving group of companies in the creation, maintenance, and changes to key organizational data.

You will be supporting upwards of 300 Instance and thousands of databases and will play a crucial part in the management and upkeep of the databases in a large-scale environment. We're looking for a collaborative multitasker who thrives in complex scenarios and communicates seamlessly across IT and business teams.

Now is your chance to join our team to make a lasting impact as a Database Administrator.

This position requires full-time on-site presence.

All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

• Assist in production promotion by running scripts following change management processes
• Provide ongoing maintenance of databases. Participate in on-call support rotation
• Asses and report on environment trends to predict and prevent performance degradation of supported systems
• Assist in providing Tier II application support. Ensure issues resolution is well documented by creating work instructions for Tier I & II support
• Raise issues where specifications need clarification due to quality of requirements or application technical constraints
• Provide clear and timely communication with the customers and/or managers on the status of tasks
• Understand Daily Management processes and Database metrics
• Enable the business with new development while ensuring system integrity
• Responsible for Upholding DBA best Practices

Education required:

• A university degree, college diploma or a related discipline
• 0-2 years of experience in Database Administration
• Basic Database Administration knowledge
• Able to communicate efficiently with senior leadership on complex technical issues and topics
• Highly organized and able to manage your time and prioritize appropriately
• Able to perform research and write technical documents Detail focused, thinking within a technical dimension typically at the database level

Bonus:

• Exposure to Oracle DB, PL/SQL programming, Oracle Applications, WebLogic, and relational database design and data modelling
• Coursework or experience with Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle
• Experience installing and maintaining software on a Linux server and a Windows server
• Programming experience in any language using SQL to access databases
• Certified Oracle Database Administrator or Professional
• Knowledge of DB2 considered an asset

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.