Trainee Track Worker - Springfield

KiwiRail; Springfield; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive training

Career progression

Inclusive team culture

Contribution to NZ transport

Job summary

KiwiRail is seeking a Trainee Track Worker to join our maintenance team. You will help carry out repairs, upgrades, and routine track work under supervision while gaining hands-on training in classroom sessions.

The role is outdoors, demanding physical fitness, and involves a 40-hour week on a rotating roster. Applicants should be ready to travel or stay overnight when required and commit to Zero Harm safety practices.

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong teamwork and willingness to learn on the job.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively to carry out maintenance, repairs, and upgrades to rail tracks.
• Receive on-the-job training and attend classroom sessions to build required skills.
• Operate tools and minor equipment under supervision as you progress.
• Outdoor role requiring physical fitness and willingness to get hands dirty in all weather.
• Hours of work are 40 per week, on a rotating roster (Monday to Sunday).
• Promote safety and raise concerns with proactive solutions.

Skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Verbal and written communication

Education

NCEA Level 1 Maths and English

Job description

At KiwiRail, our mission is to connect New Zealanders in a sustainable, reliable, and innovative way. Our rail network supports communities and businesses across the country, making a real difference in people's lives. As part of our team, you'll experience a warm, inclusive environment where collaboration and safety are our top priorities. Join us as we work together to build a better, more connected New Zealand.

As a Trainee Track Worker, you'll be an essential part of our maintenance team, ensuring our rail infrastructure remains safe and reliable. You'll be responsible for:

• Work collaboratively to carry out maintenance, repairs, and upgrades to our rail tracks.
• Receive on-the-job training and attend classroom sessions to build the skills you need to succeed.
• Operate tools and minor equipment under supervision, gaining competency as you progress.
• This is an outdoor role, you will need to be physically fit, willing to work in all weather conditions and not be afraid to get your hands dirty.
• Hours of work will be 40 per week, Monday to Sunday on a rotational roster.
• Champion Zero Harm by promoting and practicing safety at all times, including raising concerns and offering solutions.

Your work will directly support KiwiRail's mission to connect New Zealand, making every journey safer and smoother.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Eager to learn and upskill, with a strong commitment to teamwork.
• A solid level of verbal and written communication skills.
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Flexible and able to travel or stay overnight when required.
• Safety-conscious and proactive in identifying and addressing potential risks.
• A holder of a clean NZ Class 1 driver's licence is essential.

While NCEA Level 1 Maths and English (or equivalent) is desirable, we're more interested in your willingness to grow, learn and contribute.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you:

At KiwiRail, we offer:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive training to set you up for success.
• Opportunities for career progression within an essential and growing industry.
• A strong, inclusive team culture that values diversity and collaboration.
• The chance to make a meaningful contribution to New Zealand's transport infrastructure.

Kua rite, kia rite | Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge and build a career that truly matters, we want to hear from you.

KiwiRail is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities. All successful candidates will undergo pre-employment medical and drug screening. NZ residency or citizenship is required.

KiwiRail is a sustainable transport services and infrastructure provider, operating a rail freight, ferry, property and tourism business commercially. In addition, we are the steward of the national rail network, operating an infrastructure business for all rail network users. KiwiRail is a State-Owned Enterprise.

We’re part of New Zealand’s history and part of its future. For more than 150 years, rail in New Zealand has connected communities, delivered goods and people around the country and showcased our spectacular scenery to the world.

KiwiRail is a national employer committed to building a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve across New Zealand.

KiwiRail is a sustainable transport services and infrastructure provider, operating a rail freight, ferry, property and tourism business commercially. In addition, we are the steward of the national rail network, operating an infrastructure business for all rail network users. KiwiRail is a State-Owned Enterprise.

We’re part of New Zealand’s history and part of its future. For more than 150 years, rail in New Zealand has connected communities, delivered goods and people around the country and showcased our spectacular scenery to the world.

KiwiRail is a national employer committed to building a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve across New Zealand.

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