Field Production Manager - Traction - OLE

KiwiRail Freight; Māngere-Ōtāhuhu; On-site; NZD 102,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail company in New Zealand is seeking a Field Production Manager (Traction – OLE) to oversee and manage OLE maintenance across Auckland. This is a critical leadership role requiring strong technical skills and team management abilities to ensure high standards of safety and efficiency in operations. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for career development and contributions to significant rail upgrades.

Benefits

Leadership training

Career development pathways

Support for work-life balance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in OLE installation and maintenance.
• Strong team management and organisational skills.
• Sound understanding of isolation and ESO systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of overhead line equipment (OLE) maintenance across Auckland’s Metro network.
• Ensure work is done safely, efficiently, and to high standards.

Skills

Team management

Safety-first mindset

OLE installation

Planning

Coaching and mentoring

Education

Tertiary qualification in engineering

Job description

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Title: Field Production Manager - Traction - OLE

Field Production Manager (Traction – OLE)

• Help power Auckland’s future – lead our OLE maintenance from the ground up
• Permanent full-time position b ased in Auckland
• Salary $102,000 to $128,500 based on experience

He kōrero mō mātou | About us:
At KiwiRail, we’re building a better connected and more sustainable Aotearoa. For over 150 years, our rail network has linked people, places, and possibilities. Our purpose Hononga Whaikaha, Oranga mo Aotearoa (Stronger Connections, Better New Zealand) guides us as we modernise rail transport for the future. With over 4,500 dedicated team members, we believe in the power of collaboration, inclusion, and putting safety and wellbeing first. Together, we’re creating long-lasting value for our communities and customers.

He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the role:
As Field Production Manager (Traction – OLE), you’ll lead the planning and delivery of overhead line equipment (OLE) maintenance across Auckland’s Metro network. You’ll manage day-to-day field operations routine, corrective, and preventive and oversee isolation and Electrical Safety Observer (ESO) services. Acting as a key link between frontline teams and wider engineering, asset, and leadership teams, you’ll make sure work is done safely, efficiently, and to high standards. This is a leadership role that requires technical depth, strong coordination skills, and the ability to guide, mentor, and motivate a large team. You’ll ensure your crew is well-resourced, aligned with safety codes, and delivering outcomes that keep the network running.

You’ll bring the right mix of field experience, technical insight, and people leadership to make a difference. You’ll need:
• Proven experience in OLE installation and maintenance
• Strong team management and organisational skills
• Sound understanding of isolation and ESO systems
• A collaborative, safety-first mindset
• Ability to coach, mentor, and lead diverse teams
• Capability to manage resource allocation, planning, and reporting

It’s also desirable that you have:
• A tertiary qualification in engineering
• EWRB registration (or a willingness to obtain it)

Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for you:
At KiwiRail, your work directly supports safer journeys and a more connected Auckland. We offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Leadership training and career development pathways
• The opportunity to contribute to nationally significant rail upgrades
• A team-focused environment that values your voice and input
• Support for work-life balance and wellbeing
• Access to all the tools and support you need to thrive

Kua rite, kia rite | Ready to make a difference?

If you’re ready to lead by example and play a key role in modernising our rail infrastructure, we want to hear from you. Apply now and help us deliver stronger connections across Aotearoa—one shift at a time.

Applications close Tuesday 5th August 2025 unless filled prior

*Please Note, all successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen

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