Database Administrator - Maximum Term Contract

Job description

About the role We are seeking a Database Administrator to join our team on a 2 year Maximum Term basis As the Database Administrator (DBA), you will support the stability, performance and integrity of RWWA's database environments across development, test and production. Working across Oracle and SQL Server platforms, you'll contribute to database administration, performance tuning and technical support activities while helping to maintain secure, reliable and high-performing database environments. Other key responsibilities include Providing operational support for critical database systems, including troubleshooting and incident resolution. Analysing technical issues and implementing effective solutions to maintain system stability and performance. Working with internal stakeholders and vendors to resolve issues and support ongoing improvements. Implementing and maintaining database backup and recovery procedures. About you Practical experience in Oracle database administration is valued Practical SQL Server administration experience. ​​​​​​​Experience supporting AWS cloud services, including deployment, operation and optimisation, will be highly regarded. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Demonstrated experience with the following will be highly regarded: Snowflake; Commvault; Dynatrace; GitLab; YAML; Azure; AWS; ​​​​​​​Working experience of Windows and Linux administration, along with PowerShell and Shell scripting will be highly regarded. What are you waiting for? Apply now with your CV and cover letter telling us why you’re the perfect fit for this opportunity. For more information visit us at Careers at RWWA or contact us at As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening, which will include two reference checks, police clearance and Australian Working Rights check. Please note this role is only open to applicants that hold Australian Working Rights, and we do not offer Work Sponsorship Visa's. Additional benefits Personal learning and development budget 17.5% loading on Annual Leave Health and wellness initiatives to support you inside and out Access to discounts at a wide range of retailers Reward and Recognition Program At Racing and Wagering WA, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We are committed to providing a safe work environment and making reasonable adjustments in which everyone is included and treated fairly. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply. Applications will close on 11th September 2026 About Us The racing world is not just exciting, it brings communities together across the state. Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) is at the centre of this world and more than 24,000 people choose to join us in our quest to forge a sustainable future for racing in WA. As well as controlling thoroughbred, harness and greyhound racing in Western Australia, RWWA operates the TAB which has more than 300 off-course retail outlets, a call centre and online betting services. Our motto is Better Your Bet because increasing profits through Western Australia’s own TAB means better returns for the local racing sector and state-wide communities. Our business is unique, which means we can offer careers which are interesting, challenging and diverse. Our values are important to us so, to be successful, you’ll have to share them. We respect one another, are accountable for our goals, connect with everyone and bringing excellence to achieve great outcomes. We work hard but have fun while we’re doing it.