Database Administrator Job in Johannesburg (GPG)

August 18, 2026

DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR Reference Number : refs/050272 Directorate : Directorate: Information Technology Number of Posts : 1 Package : R 413 001.00 per annum (Plus benefits) level 8 Enquiries : Ms. A. Mkhombo (011 355 -7521) Ms. P. Mabasa (011) 355 – 7175 <div class="col-sm-12"> Requirements : <ul> <li>National Diploma (NQF Level 6)/ Degree (NQF Level 7) in ICT (Computer Science/Informatics)/Business Information Management/Information Technology. Database Administrator Certificate as an added advantage. 2-3 years’ experience in ICT database environment. Knowledge of change management, project management, and information management. Knowledge of relevant legislation, Public Service Regulations, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Knowledge of the Minimum Information Security Standards. Strong skills in planning and organising, customer management and quality management. Ability to promote innovation and continuous improvement. Well-developed problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and communication skills and diversity Awareness.</li> </ul> </div> <div class="col-sm-12"> Duties : <ul> <li>Design and develop database Develop scripting and optimize performance Maintain Databases using Microsoft Structured Query Language (SQL) 2016 and latest versions of Microsoft SQL Manage workload and ensure high availability; disaster recovery Develop and maintain data documentation Provide ICT technical support Prepare design specifications. Design and create database systems based on business requirements. Develop database schemas, tables and data dictionaries. Gather and analyses requests pertaining to layout and special features of a database. Solve database usage issues and malfunctions.</li> </ul> </div> <div class="col-sm-12"> Notes : <ul> <li>In line with the Department’s employments Equity Plan, preference will be given to Persons with disabilities, Coloured Males, Indian Males, White Males Persons with Disabilities candidates. To apply for the below positions, please apply online at http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. For general enquiries please contact Human Resource on 011 355-7082/7043.Only online applications will be considered. Applicants must utilise the most recent Z83 application form for employment, issued by the Minister for the Public Service and Administration in line with Regulation 10 of the Public Service Regulations, 2016. All fields in the New Z83 form must be completed, initialled and signed. Furthermore, a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) must also be attached. Failure to attach the completed Z83 and Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) will result in disqualification. The New Z83 form is obtainable from any Public Service Department or the DPSA website www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. Only shortlisted candidates who meet all the requirements of the post will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job) not older than six (06) months. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. It is our intention to promote representation (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of posts and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representation will receive preference. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the right not to appoint. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.</li> </ul> Employer : Department of Roads and Transport Location : Johannesburg (Head Office) Closing Date : 24-07-2026 <a style="color: #008000" href="https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/ViewJob.aspx?u=9Qax1AFl7qbAuXkTn6RIUA==" target="_blank" rel="noopener">APPLY NOW</a> </div>

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