Engineer

Access Database Migration Engineer/Specialist (Project)

Southwark

Contract
£345.86 per day PAYE or £450 per day limited paid via Umbrella Company inside IR35

Our client is looking for an experienced Access Database Migration Engineer/Specialist (Project).

The Database Migration Engineer is responsible for converting old Access databases to SQL Servers, SharePoint lists, and other modern database systems. They will support complex data migration projects and lead multi-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless transitions and minimal disruption to business operations. This position is key to the successful delivery of data migration projects and will work across the organization and with internal and external suppliers. The post holder will ensure that projects are delivered within budget, quality, and scope, and they are also responsible for project reporting and the production of all project-related documents.

The Technology and Digital Service is made up of three core elements: Applications, Digital Delivery, and Technology Transformation. This role sits within the Technology Transformation team. The Technology Transformation Portfolio will oversee a vast amount of technology-related change for Southwark over the next 12 months. Technology & Digital Services sits within the Finance division. We enable the business to transform themselves and the services they deliver in a collaborative way, in accordance with the council s Technology and Digital Inclusion Strategy.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

Knowledge, including educational qualifications:

• Practical working knowledge of data migration best practices, including methods, processes, tools, and techniques to control risks and achieve outputs and benefits (Essential)

• A relevant degree and/or professional qualification, or work experience of at least equivalent level (Essential)

• Knowledge of technology suppliers, agile approaches, and transition to BAU in an IT setting (Essential)

Experience:

• Experience in a complex organization with a strong customer focus, with experience of managing data migration projects (Essential)

• A record of achievement in supporting project delivery in an environment of inter-dependent projects (Essential)

• Experience of dealing with external stakeholders, including suppliers and third-party contractors (Essential)

• Developing strong relationships with all levels of the organization (Essential)

• Communication with a range of people from different backgrounds (Essential)

• Clear understanding of how to manage and monitor risk (Essential)

Aptitudes, Skills & Competencies:

• Able to engage clearly and confidently with all internal and external stakeholders, in a variety of communication formats (Essential)

• Able to write clearly and effectively (Essential)

• Able to influence and negotiate effectively and able to deal with conflict calmly and professionally (Essential)

• Demonstrates creativity and innovation in solution finding, and achieving initiatives (Essential)

Special Conditions of Recruitment:

• Comply with and promote the Council s Equal opportunities policy

PLEASE ONLY apply if you have the necessary skills, experience and expertise.

The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer.