Rail Yard Operator: Hands-On Career with Training

KiwiRail Freight; Hamilton; Vor Ort; NZD 4.191.000 - 4.587.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

4 weeks annual leave

Uniform provided

Extensive training and career progress

Zusammenfassung

KiwiRail Freight in Hamilton is seeking a hands-on rail yard operator. You will shunt wagons, guide train drivers, and position wagons into customer sidings while working in all weather conditions. The role emphasises safety and teamwork within a small crew.

No prior rail experience is required as comprehensive training, ongoing support, and clear career progression opportunities are provided. Enjoy structured shift rosters and a strong safety culture as you build a long-term career with

Qualifikationen

• Must be physically fit for outdoor manual work in all weather conditions.
• Strong safety mindset and compliance with Health & Safety practices.
• Good teamwork and clear radio communications with crew.
• Willingness to learn and adapt; no rail experience required.

Aufgaben

• Perform shunting operations, including connecting and disconnecting wagons.
• Guide train drivers during wagon movements and coupling activities.
• Position wagons into customer sidings.
• Conduct safety checks to ensure trains are fit for departure.
• Communicate clearly with team via radio and maintain safety standards.

Kenntnisse

Physical fitness

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Radio communication

Willingness to learn

Jobbeschreibung

KiwiRail Freight in Hamilton is seeking a hands-on rail yard operator. You will shunt wagons, guide train drivers, and position wagons into customer sidings while working in all weather conditions. The role emphasises safety and teamwork within a small crew.

No prior rail experience is required as comprehensive training, ongoing support, and clear career progression opportunities are provided. Enjoy structured shift rosters and a strong safety culture as you build a long-term career with