Trainee Structures Worker Taumarunui
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Job Location:
Auckland - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Positionlocatedin Taumarunui servicing the North Island
- Great teamenvironment full training and strong career pathway
- Starting Rate $29.68 per hour
- Current roster 10hour days Monday to Thursday (Flexibility to support weekend or public holiday work when business demand calls for it)
Join a crew that keeps Aotearoa moving. As a Trainee Structures Worker youll help maintain and repair rail structures across the North Islandworking outdoors learning on the job and developing a long-term career in rail.
Hewhakamāramamōtetūrangamahi About the role:
As part of our Network Services team youll join a dedicated maintenance crew responsible for ensuring the safety and reliability of KiwiRails structures. Working alongside an experienced Leading Structures Maintainer youll support maintenance repairs and renewals using approved methods and building your capabilities every day.
Safety is central to how we operate. Youll be expected to model safe practices and uphold our Zero Harm values at all times.
This role is based at the Taumarunui depot and involves travel across the network including some overnight stays. Youll work outdoors in all weather and be part of a supportive team that values learning and continuous improvement.
In this role you will:
- Support the maintenance repair and renewal of rail structures
- Work safely and champion our Zero Harm approach
- Travel across the network including occasional overnight stays
- Learn from experienced maintainers and build your skills daily
Ngā pukenga e rapuneimātou What you will bring:
- Strong commitment to safety
- Current Class 1 licence (full preferred)
- Ability to work outdoors at heights in all conditions
- Positive team-focused attitude and willingness to learn
- NCEA Level 1 Maths & English (or equivalent)
Desirable:
- Labouring or construction experience or a Class 2 licence
Nōu te rourou Whats in it for you:
- 10-hour shifts MondayThursday
- Competitive pay overtime
- Five weeks annual leave
- 5% employer KiwiSaver contribution
- PPE and uniform provided
- Southern Cross medical insurance discount
- Ongoing training and clear career progression
- Staff rail travel and access to the NZ Rail Staff Welfare Trust
Kua rite kia rite Ready to make a difference
Joining KiwiRail means contributing to a safer stronger better-connected Aotearoa. If youre ready to build your rail career and be part of the team that keeps New Zealand moving apply today.
Applications close: 6 February 2026 (unless filled sooner)
Successful candidates must pass a preemployment medical and drug screen.
Applicants must hold New Zealand residency or citizenship.
KiwiRail is committed to an inclusive flexible and supportive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds abilities and experiences. Because together were stronger.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Load & Unload
- Shipping & Receiving
- Mac Os
- Forklift
- Freight Experience
- Lift Truck Experience
- Basic Math
- Tanker Experience
- Warehouse Experience
- Commercial Driving
- Driving
- Heavy Lifting
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 ...
