Container Terminal Trainee — Start Your Hands-on Logistics Career

KiwiRail Freight; Picton; On-site; NZD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Full training and PPE provided

Opportunities to progress in terminal

Safety, wellbeing and career growth

Job summary

KiwiRail Freight is seeking a Trainee Container Terminal Operator at our Blenheim/Picton site. You will start with introductory training on CT operations, health and safety, and certification to operate heavy machinery, progressing toward full operator duties as you gain skills.

No prior experience is required; we provide full training, PPE, and support to gain licensing. You’ll join a safety‑conscious team focused on reliable, efficient freight movement.

Qualifications

• A full, clean NZ Class 1 Driver's Licence (essential).
• An interest in the freight and logistics industry.
• A commitment to working safely.
• Be physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather.
• Work well in a team following procedures.
• Reliable with a positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking a range of introductory training and development in CT Operations and Health and Safety regulations.
• Conducting checks on containers/wagons to ensure twist locks and pins are in place, freight is contained, and setups completed.
• Conducting ground and yard checks, completing forms and paperwork and complying with operating safety rules.
• Undergo training to achieve certification to operate heavy machinery.
• You may receive training for minor container repairs as part of core duties.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

English communication

Basic computer skills

Physically fit

Reliability

Positive attitude

Interest in freight/logistics

Education

NZ Class 1 Driver's Licence

Job description

KiwiRail Freight is seeking a Trainee Container Terminal Operator at our Blenheim/Picton site. You will start with introductory training on CT operations, health and safety, and certification to operate heavy machinery, progressing toward full operator duties as you gain skills.

No prior experience is required; we provide full training, PPE, and support to gain licensing. You’ll join a safety‑conscious team focused on reliable, efficient freight movement.