Database Administrator (EH&S Systems)

Company: Veolia Environnement SA
Location: Lombard
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

Company Description

Veolia Group aims to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation. With nearly 220,000 employees worldwide, the Group designs and provides game-changing solutions that are both useful and practical for water, waste and energy management. Through its three complementary business activities, Veolia helps to develop access to resources, preserve available resources and replenish them. In 2021, the Veolia group provided 79 million inhabitants with drinking water and 61 million with sanitation, produced nearly 48 million megawatt hours and recovered 48 million tonnes of waste. Veolia Environnement (Paris Euronext: VIE) achieved consolidated revenue of 28,508 billion euros in 2021. www.veolia.com

Job Description

BENEFITS

Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

POSITION PURPOSE

Reporting to the Director of Environment & Compliance, this is a key position that is part of the broader T&P VNA Environmental Compliance team. This position will need to have a good understanding of database administration responsibilities, data models and database monitoring tools and will be supporting databases that host critical data for in-house applications.

PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Veolia EH&S database systems administration including: monitoring, modifying and enhancing existing systems; improving efficiency and productivity to achieve projected goals; and monitor performance of database systems and implement performance optimization. Work with business colleagues and vendors to support projects and KTLO (Keep the Lights On) activities. Currently these systems include Hach's WIMS Data Management software and Intelex.
• Conduct data analysis of EH&S database systems in order to extrapolate meaningful information about trends, risk, efficiencies and compliance. Organize and format data for effective query and storage processes.
• Work with DB&T (Digital Business & Technology) to identify any vulnerabilities or exposures that threaten the digital environment or business operations and mitigate those threats. Administer, maintain, and implement policies and procedures for ensuring the security and integrity of the EHS database systems.
• With respect to WIMS, as required provide support to the T&P Operations Technology group as they assist with interface data from external sources such as SCADA systems, data loggers, LIMS applications, external databases, and laboratory files to ensure timely access to regulatory or process control data - with a focus on limiting the need for manual data entry.
• Interface with Veolia Business Unit (BU) SMEs on EHS database systems to understand BU needs. Provide training and on-going support with SMEs on EHS database systems as needed.
• Interface with third-party vendors and consultants to ensure EHS database systems are fully optimized and meet Veolia's needs.
• Direct the administration and use of current and emerging database tools, strategies and technologies.
• Report on database transaction performance and database metrics (Performance Statistics).
• Special projects as necessary. WORK ENVIRONMENT
  
  Office setting with minimal travel (1-4 trips/year).
  Possible Work Hazards: While not working at an office, occasionally the employee may conduct site visits at one of our Veolia locations where hazardous operations occur.
  
  Qualifications
  
  Education / Experience / Background
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology (or similar education)
  • A min of 4 years of experience as a database administrator. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
    • Knowledge of database systems, maintenance & reporting.
    • Working knowledge of business analysis concepts, tools, and techniques.
    • Working knowledge of project management concepts, tools, and techniques.
    • Comfortable working with diverse teams.
    • Comfortable working within the parameters of agile project methodologies.
    • Ability to facilitate communications between stakeholders from all levels of the organization and to objectively identify and resolve conflicts.
    • Capable and comfortable multi-tasking between concurrent projects.
    • Demonstrates ability to develop unique solutions for complex technical problems that may include the design of new systems or development of solutions having few or no precedents.
    • Consistently demonstrates leadership ability and regularly serves as a technical or functional leader on a project basis.
    • Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate, timely, effective, and complete and easily understood written communications, reports and presentations for management.
    • Demonstrated verbal, presentation and interpersonal skills in order to effectively communicate with peers, management, clients and the general public.
    • Must be proficient in the use of word processing and spreadsheets.
    • Demonstrated commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company's Code of Business Conduct and other Company policies and procedures.
    • Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
      Physical Requirements
      
      Amount of time spent - Standing 15%, Sitting 75%, Walking 10%.
      While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Requires close visual observation to detect process non-conformance and machine malfunction.
      
      Additional Information
      
      Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
      
      We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
      
      As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.
      
      We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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