Maintenance Engineer
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Job Location:
Wellington - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Maintenance Engineer - Interislander
- Walk On/Walk Off opportunity
- Permanent position
- Wellington based
He kōrero mō mātou About us:
At KiwiRail we connect New Zealanders sustainably powering economic growth and ensuring vital freight and passenger services run smoothly. Our mission Stronger Connections Better New Zealand highlights our dedication to sustainability and community well-being.
Our people make KiwiRail exceptional. By fostering a diverse inclusive and supportive workplace we empower everyone to contribute their best. If youre passionate about innovation and safety wed love to welcome you aboard.
He whakamārama mo te tūranga mahi About therole:
Our Maintenance Engineers are responsible for undertaking maintenance onboard our vessels as directed by the First Engineer and Senior Maintenance Engineer. Your main responsibilities include supporting the onboard engineering crew to carry out maintenance duties on all engines plant and machinery for the ships.
You will also be required to work onshore in our workshops to carry out maintenance tasks or project work.
Health and Safety is an important part of how KiwiRail operates. You will be a safety leader and will be expected to walk the safety talk and lead by example and drive our Zero Harm safety culture.
Ngā pukenga e rapu nei mātou What (skills) you will bring:
The successful applicant will have:
- A trade certificate in a heavy machine field
- Experience in a heavy machinery environment
- A high level of comfort working in a marine environment
- Experience with diesel engine maintenance is desirable
- The ability to learn and come up to speed on marine systems and operations
- A sound knowledge of safe engineering work practices and procedures
- A sound knowledge of Safety Quality & Risk management systems
- Good IT skills with the ability to learn job specific software systems
The expectation is that you will promote a high-performance ethos which is required to provide a timely and effective service for the shore workshop and wider Interislander operation.
The ideal candidate will be hard working have great attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
Nōu te rourou Whats in it for you:
- Supportive work environment and career development
- Great staff benefits including access to Staff Welfare Trust holiday homes discounted travel and healthcare insurance
Kua rite kia rite Ready to Make a Difference
Rā aukati Applications Close: 19 January 2026
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Presentation Skills
- Hotel Experience
- HVAC
- Mechanical Knowledge
- CMMS
- Maintenance
- Painting
- ERP Systems
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Power Tools
- Manufacturing
- Troubleshooting
About Company
Of KiwiRail's four core values, 'Care and Protect' is the one our people live and breathe by. It is why our Zero Harm vision is to become the leading health and ...
