Signals Technician

KiwiRail; Napier; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Technical training opportunities

Career progression

Job summary

KiwiRail is seeking a Signals Technician Level 3 or 4 in Napier to support safe, reliable signalling assets across our network. You’ll work with experienced signalling professionals and further develop your technical capability and industry knowledge.

The role covers maintenance, installation and testing of signalling equipment, fault finding, drawing interpretation and emergency callouts, with ongoing training and clear pathways for career progression within KiwiRail's signalling teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in a team-based operational environment.
• Knowledge of rail infrastructure standards and safe work practices.
• Completion of the Signals Technician Level 2 training plan or equivalent signalling experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the maintenance, installation and testing of signalling equipment, track circuits, level crossings and interlocking systems
• Assist with fault finding and restoration activities to ensure signalling assets remain safe and reliable
• Interpret technical drawings, diagrams and engineering documentation
• Participate in emergency callouts, toolbox meetings and a strong safety culture

Skills

Teamwork

Fault finding

Interpret drawings

Safety culture

Education

Signals Technician Level 2 training or equivalent

Tools

Signalling equipment

Job description

• Monday to Friday 7:30am - 4pm with occasional overtime or callouts when required
• Must haveEWRB registration with a current practising licence and a full Class 1 driver's licence

Position Description

At KiwiRail, we're connecting New Zealanders, strengthening communities and helping move the country's economy. Our people play a vital role in delivering safe, reliable rail services every day, and we're committed to providing opportunities for growth, development and career progression.

Ready to take the next step in your signalling career?

We're looking for a Signals Technician Level 3 or 4 to join our Network Services team to support the effective, reliable and efficient operations of our critical signalling assets that help keep New Zealand's rail network operating. You'll work alongside experienced signalling professionals while continuing to develop your technical capability and industry knowledge.

• Support the maintenance, installation and testing of signalling equipment, track circuits, level crossings and interlocking systems
• Assist with fault finding and restoration activities to ensure signalling assets remain safe and reliable
• Interpret technical drawings, diagrams and engineering documentation
• Participating in emergency callouts, toolbox meetings and a strong safety culture.
• Completion of the Signals Technician Level 2 training plan or equivalent signalling experience
• Experience working in a team-based operational, infrastructure, electrical or trade environment
• Knowledge of rail infrastructure standards and safe work practices
• EWRB registration with a current practising licence and a full Class 1 driver's licence
• A strong commitment to safety, teamwork and delivering quality outcomes

Nōu te rourou: What's in it for you

• Competitive hourly rate
• Ongoing technical training and development opportunities
• Career progression within KiwiRail's signalling and infrastructure teams
• A supportive team environment where safety comes first
• The opportunity to contribute to critical rail infrastructure that keeps New Zealand moving

Applications close: Monday 28th September 2026 unless filled sooner