Application Engineer - DBA

• Permanent Full Time with monthly day off
• Box Hill Hospital
• Generous salary + Super + Salary Packaging

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.

About the role

The incumbent will support users of Information Systems across the Health Service, consisting of administrative, clinical, and desktop productivity tools. Provide technical support to the software systems and their maintenance, consisting varied architectures and databases predominantly of Microsoft technologies. Coordinate and manage the implementations and ongoing maintenance of the application systems and their technologies adhering to ICT standards. Assist in developing the Health Service's Database Applications.

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Tertiary degree in computer science, Information Technology or Tertiary qualifications in a related field
• Minimum two years of IT operations experience with a strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices 
• Knowledge of SQL query optimization, database backups, restores and recovery models
• Working knowledge of maintaining database security, integrity, and availability
• Working knowledge of implementing operational automation using scripts
• Experience using PowerShell scripting and PowerBI Reporting
• Knowledge of Cloud technology and its architectures, particularly Microsoft Azure highly desirable
• The ability to work as part of a diverse team
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.  An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!

Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.

Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manger listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.

Eastern Health Values:  Patients First | Agility | Humility | Respect | Kindness | Excellence

**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**