Trainee Rail Operator

Kiwi Rail; Christchurch; Presencial; NZD 42.000 - 46.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Saturday OT

Sunday OT

4 weeks leave

Uniform provided

Career progression

Descripción de la vacante

KiwiRail in Christchurch is seeking Rail Operator candidates to perform hands-on shunting, wagon handling, and safety-critical checks across our freight yards. Training is provided, with a clear path for career progression and increased earnings as experience grows.

Expect a physical role in all weather, working with a small team and clear radio communication. Training starts at a competitive hourly rate, rising as you become qualified, with benefits including leave and uniform provision.

Formación

• Customer-focused approach and respect for local communities.
• Physical fitness and ability to undertake manual outdoor work, including uneven ground.
• Previous shift work experience is advantageous.
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety and wellbeing of self and team.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsabilidades

• Performing shunting operations, including connecting and disconnecting wagons.
• Guiding train drivers during wagon movements and coupling activities.
• Positioning wagons into customer sidings.
• Conducting safety-critical checks to ensure trains are fit for departure.
• Working closely with a small team and communicating clearly via radio throughout your shift.
• Safety and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

Conocimientos

Customer focus

Physical fitness

Shift work

Health & Safety

Teamwork

Communication

Willingness to learn

Descripción del empleo

Check out what it's like to work as a Rail Operator at KiwiRail - it's time to join us!

• Located in Christchurch
• Training rate starting at $30.42 per hour rising once qualified to $33.24
• Shift work with in advance planned rosters to allow work-life balance
• Excellent investment in training with career progression opportunities

He whakamārama mo te tūranga mahi | About the role:

At KiwiRail, your growth matters. We're looking for people with the right attitude, a strong safety mindset, and a willingness to learn. No rail experience? That's okay. We'll provide the training, support, and development needed to help you build a long-term career with us. In this hands-on, physical role, you'll work across our freight rail yards in all weather conditions and play a vital role in keeping New Zealand's freight moving safely and efficiently.

• Performing shunting operations, including connecting and disconnecting wagons
• Guiding train drivers during wagon movements and coupling activities
• Positioning wagons into customer sidings
• Conducting safety-critical checks to ensure trains are fit for departure
• Working closely with a small team and communicating clearly via radio throughout your shift
• Safety and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

Ngā pukenga e rapu nei mātou | What (skills) you will bring:

• A customer-focused approach and respect for local communities
• Physical fitness and the ability to undertake manual work outdoors, including walking on uneven ground
• Previous shift work experience is advantageous
• A strong commitment to Health & Safety and looking out for the wellbeing of yourself and your team
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you:

• Time and a half on Saturdays and double time on Sundays
• 4 weeks annual leave
• Uniform provided
• Extensive training, ongoing support, and nationally recognised qualifications
• Clear pathways for career progression and increased earnings as you gain experience

Applications close: Friday 13th November