KiwiRail Hiring for Trainee Track Worker Job at New Zealand , New Zealand Full Time

• Entry level role with training provided
• Attractive rate starting at $22.75 per hour jumping to $23.06 once trained
• Fantastic overtime/penalty rates
• Designated career pathway and room to progress with fully paid training

We have an exciting opportunity join one of our Track Groups in Te Kuiti. We are on the lookout for individuals who want to work in a Track Worker role starting from a Trainee all the way up to Ganger level.

Your Role:

As a member of our maintenance team, you will work in a team environment carrying out maintenance, repairs, and renewals of the infrastructure assets in a safe, cost effective and timely manner.

Working on the Railway is very dynamic, you could be installing, repairing, or renewing track, working in tunnels or on bridges. You will enjoy working in a small team ensuring you get the opportunity to build great working relationships with your co-workers.

This is an outdoor role you will need to be physical fit, willing to work in all weather conditions and not afraid to get your hands dirty.

You must also be willing to work early mornings, nights, weekends and public holidays as required.

If you enjoy problem solving in a fast-paced outdoor environment, willing to learn new skills and secure yourself a career, the railway could be for you!

Your Skills:

A Clean NZ Drivers Licence, Class 1 is essential in this role. It would also be advantageous to have a Class 2 (HT Licence) but if not, we can support you in getting one if it’s required in your role.

Ideally, you will have experience within the rail industry but experience in construction or within a heavy labouring environment using light mechanical hand tools will also be beneficial. Because of this experience we will be looking for you to be able to demonstrate the ability to follow safety guidelines and be results driven.

A solid level of both verbal and written communication is also important in this role.

You must also be able to pass a Ministry of Justice check and complete a mandatory medical and drug test to be considered for this role.

Your Benefits:

• Starting hourly rate for a Trainee Track Worker is $22.75 with the great opportunity to get a foot in the door within the rail industry!
• Excellent overtime rates – time and a half Saturdays, double time Sundays & time and a quarter for weekday night shifts
• Full training and support to gain rail qualifications, certificates and required licenses to set you up for success
• Career progression opportunities with designated career pathway and room to progress with fully paid training
• Access to discounted travel, health insurance & holiday houses across NZ as part of our Staff Welfare Trust
• Being part of a close-knit team with a passion for rail in New Zealand

About KiwiRail:

KiwiRail is New Zealand’s national railway, employing around 4,200 talented people in a wide range of business functions. Our teams are responsible for maintaining 4,000 kilometres of rail corridor, bridges, tunnels, viaducts, overhead wires, signals, and level crossings. Our team is like a family; we love what we do, and we thrive in this busy and upbeat environment.

KiwiRail is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunity to succeed. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, personalities, ethnicities, abilities, and cultures.

If you want to learn while you work as part of an iconic organisation that will support you to succeed, then what are you waiting for? Apply online now and start your journey with KiwiRail today.

Applications close: 25 October 2021

Position Description: Trainee Track Worker