Rolling Stock Technician

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

Job summary

A leading rail operator in New Zealand is seeking experienced Rolling Stock Technicians to join their maintenance team. Responsibilities include inspection, servicing, and repair of the passenger train fleet, ensuring safe and reliable operations. Candidates should hold a relevant trade certificate or have significant industrial experience. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and includes various benefits such as free train travel and discounts.

Benefits

Free Train Travel

Travel Discount

NZ Railways Trust Membership

Qualifications

• Relevant trade certificate or three years of experience in railway or heavy vehicle industries.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and use diagnostic equipment.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, service, maintain, and repair passenger train fleet.
• Perform fault diagnosis, preventative maintenance, and corrective repairs.
• Ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Competence in using tools and diagnostic equipment

Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills

Commitment to health and safety

Education

Relevant industrial trade certificate

At least three years of industrial experience

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.

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. 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.

Responsibilities

Inspect, service, maintain, and repair Auckland’s passenger train fleet. Perform fault diagnosis, preventative maintenance, and corrective repairs to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations.

Qualifications & 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.