Senior Oracle Database Administrator Experis Somerset, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid) Contract Opportunity - Oracle Database Administrator Location: Somerset - Commutable from Bristol Working Pattern: Hybrid (2-3 days on-site) Day Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35) Contract Length: Initial 6 months (with potential extension) Security Clearance: SC Clearance preferred We are looking for an experienced Oracle Database Administrator to join a prestigious central government agency sponsored by the Ministry of Defence. This is a senior hands-on contract role with responsibility for managing and supporting complex Oracle environments across both on-premise and cloud platforms. You will take the technical lead for Oracle Database operations and design, driving performance, resilience, and secure service delivery across a highly available, mission-critical digital infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Administer, support and optimise Oracle 19c databases, including Dataguard, RMAN, and OEM Grid Control. Manage Oracle environments across Development, Test, and Live, including both cloud and on-premises deployments. Deliver high-quality technical support and incident resolution (3rd line), including deep-dive troubleshooting and performance tuning. Ensure business continuity through robust backup, recovery, high availability, and replication strategies. Collaborate with infrastructure, DevOps, and security teams to maintain d...