Rolling Stock Technician

Auckland One Rail; Auckland; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail operator in New Zealand is seeking Rolling Stock Technicians for full-time positions. Responsibilities include the maintenance and repair of the passenger train fleet, ensuring safe operations. Ideal candidates should have an industrial trade certificate or relevant experience. Benefits include free train travel and other perks.

Benefits

Free Train Travel

Travel Discount

NZ Railways Trust Membership

Qualifications

• Relevant industrial trade certificate or 3 years experience in related field.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Competence in using tools and diagnostic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, service, maintain and repair Auckland's passenger train fleet.
• Conduct fault diagnosis and preventative maintenance.
• Work with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Skills

Reading technical drawings

Diagnostic skills

Problem-solving skills

Health and safety commitment

Education

Industrial trade certificate or 3 years experience

Tools

Tools and diagnostic equipment

Job description

Overview

Auckland One Rail (AOR) is seeking qualified and experienced Rolling Stock Technicians to join our dedicated maintenance team from October. We are looking for multiple trade certified professionals who want to be part of a safety-first, high-performance rail operation.

Responsibilities

As a Rolling Stock Technician, you'll be responsible for the inspection, servicing, maintenance, and repair of Auckland's passenger train fleet. This includes fault diagnosis, preventative maintenance, and corrective repairs to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations to keep Tāmaki Makaurau moving.

You'll work across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, contributing to the performance and reliability of our rolling stock assets.

Role Details

This is a full-time permanent role based at our Wiri Depot. The hourly wage ranges from $35.68 to $39.43 and is dependent on individual skills and experience.

Requirements

• A relevant industrial trade certificate OR at least three years of relevant industrial experience in railway or heavy vehicle industries
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals
• Competence in using tools, and diagnostic equipment safely
• A strong commitment to health and safety and following procedures
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Full driver's license and own vehicle to allow for flexibility in a 24/7 operational environment.
• Reliable and willingness to work varied shift patterns, including 12- hour shifts across days, nights and weekends
• Meet satisfactory pre-employment checks which include medical, ACC claims history, MOJ, D&A test and satisfactory references

Desirable attributes

• Previous experience in the rail industry
• Knowledge of rail-specific systems and standards
• Welding/fabrication skills

Benefits

• Free Train Travel: Enjoy complimentary train travel on Auckland passenger trains.
• Travel Discount: Nominate a person and up to 3 dependents for train travel discounts
• NZ Railways Trust Membership: Benefit from discounted holiday accommodation and medical perks