• Middleton Based, Christchurch
• Starting rate: $28.93per hour - $33.05 per hour (Depending on Experience)
• Permanent, Full-time Position, 24/7 Rotating Roaster

HE KŌRERO MŌ MĀTOU | ABOUT US:

KiwiRail has been connecting New Zealanders for over 150 years. Our vision, Hononga Whaikaha, Oranga mo Aotearoa (Stronger Connections, Better New Zealand), drives us to create sustainable, efficient transport solutions that benefit our people, communities, and environment.
Teamwork, Collaboration, Safety, & Innovation are at the heart of what we do. By modernising rail and ferry services, KiwiRail is building an exciting future, and you can be part of it.

HE WHAKAMĀRAMA MO TE TŪRANGA MAHI | ABOUT THE ROLE:

Based at our Middleton depot, you’ll play a vital part in keeping KiwiRail’s Rolling Stock fleet safe and operational.
You’ll be hands-on with maintenance, repairs, and fault-finding, supporting incident recovery, and providing on-the-job guidance to operators. Every day will be different – from routine servicing to critical operational support – but each task will help keep our rail network moving.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting Rolling Stock assets
• Supporting incident recovery and operational activities, such as shunting and piloting
• Training operators on safe use of equipment and carrying out safety checks
• Recording accurate maintenance documentation and safeguarding equipment
• Performing oil and water servicing, inspections, refuelling, and other frontline maintenance tasks