| Government Entity | South African Weather Service |
|---|---|
| Location | Centurion, Gauteng |
| Reference Number | WS05/082026 |
| Salary | R288 877.00 – R408 550.00 |
| Centre / Location | Centurion |
| Closing Date | September 9, 2026 |
| Source and Application | recruitment.weathersa.co.za |
• Assist in the administration, maintenance and monitoring of SQL Server databases. • Support database backup, recovery and disaster recovery processes. • Assist with database performance monitoring and optimization. • Develop and maintain SQL queries, stored procedures and scripts under supervision. • Support database security and user access management. • Assist the Senior DBA with database installations, upgrades and migration activities. • Maintain database documentation and standards. • Monitor SQL Server jobs and scheduled tasks. • Monitor database growth and storage utilisation. • Verify successful completion of backups. • Perform periodic restore testing. • Monitor SQL Server services, database jobs, replication processes and alert notifications. • Maintain database inventory, server configuration records and operational procedures. • Assist with testing and implementation of SQL Server patches and updates. • Support disaster recovery testing and business continuity initiatives related to database services.
Requirements
National Diploma in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology or related field, Degree will be an added advantage. Advantageous o Microsoft SQL Server Certification (e.g. Azure Database Administrator Associate or equivalent). o Database Administration certification. o Exposure to Microsoft Azure SQL Database and cloud database technologies. 1–2 years' experience in database administration or database development. Experience working with Microsoft SQL Server environments. Experience writing SQL queries, stored procedures and database scripts. Exposure to backup and recovery administration. Experience supporting business applications hosted on SQL Server.
Duties
Database Administration and Maintenance Assist with the installation, configuration and maintenance of SQL Server databases under the guidance of the Senior Database Administrator. Monitor database availability and performance. Perform routine health checks. Backup, Recovery and Security Execute backup and recovery procedures. Manage user access and security permissions. Maintain database security standards. Database Development Support Develop and maintain SQL queries, views, procedures and triggers Support application developers with database-related requirements. Performance Monitoring Monitor database performance and identify performance bottlenecks for resolution or escalation to the Senior Database Administrator. Assist with implementing performance improvement recommendations. KPA 5: Documentation and Compliance Maintain database documentation and procedures. Support audit and compliance requirements. KPA 6: Customer and Technical Support Document Reference HCM.ADV 001.1 Public Document Page 2 of 4 Advertisement Private Bag X097, Pretoria, 0001 Tel: + 27 (0) 12 367 6000 www.weathersa.co.za USSD: *120*7297# Provide database support in accordance with agreed SLAs. Liaise with users, developers and service providers
Source / Circular Reference
recruitment.weathersa.co.za