New Zealand Job Openings

KiwiRail
Trainee Track Worker | Auckland
OTAHUHU
FULL TIME
October 17, 2024
- Join one of New Zealand’s Leading Transport Operators
- Permanent, full-time position, starting hourly rate of $28.93 per hour.
- Based in Otahuhu, Auckland
What you’ll do
As a Trainee Track Worker, you will play a vital role in maintaining, repairing, and renewing our infrastructure assets. Working closely with the experienced track ganger and senior track maintainer, you will receive on job training as well as in the classroom training to enhance your understanding and competency as a trainee track worker.
Your responsibilities include carrying out specified maintenance tasks in a safe, timely, and cost-effective manner, ensuring the integrity of our rail network. At Kiwi Rail, Zero Harm is not just a slogan – it's a way of life. As a trainee track worker, you will be a key player in upholding our commitment to safety.
As a member of our maintenance teams, you will work in a team environment carrying out maintenance, repairs, and renewals of the infrastructure asset (the train tracks) in a safe, cost-effective, and timely manner.
This is an outdoor role you will need to be physically fit, willing to work in all weather conditions, and not afraid to get your hands dirty. You must also be willing to work shifts - we work 24/7 so shift work will be on a rotating roster including, early mornings, nights, weekends, and public holidays.
What you’ll need
- Ideally, you will have experience in the construction industry or in a heavy labouring environment, using light mechanical hand tools.
- Class 2 (HT Licence) is advantageous, but if not, we can support you in getting one if it's required in your role.
- You will be results-driven and can follow safety guidelines.
- A solid level of both verbal and written communication is also important in this role.
- Complete a Ministry of Justice check and a mandatory medical and drug test to be considered for this role.
• Southern Cross discounted health insurance for you and your whānau.
- Supportive and diverse team culture.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- Access to discounted travel, medical cost support, and holiday homes via the NZ Rail Staff Welfare Trust.
- Contribute to shaping New Zealand’s future through sustainable transport solutions.
Please note a willingness to travel within New Zealand as required for this role.
At Kiwi Rail, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating an inclusive, flexible, and supportive environment where everyone can thrive. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ages, genders, and abilities.
Join Us!
Ready to make a significant impact on New Zealand’s infrastructure landscape? If you’re prepared to take your career to the next level, Kiwi Rail is ready for you. Apply now!
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Applications close: Thursday 31 October 2024
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