Safety System Replacement Technical Lead | Auckland

Safety System Replacement Technical Lead Auckland

• Lead the design and delivery of KiwiRails next-generation Safety Health & Wellbeing (SHW)system
• Permanent role based in Auckland
• Shape future state design drive system transformation and deliver meaningful business improvement

Position Description

He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi About the role:

KiwiRail is undergoing significant transformation to modernise and grow our rail and Interislander services across Aotearoa. ORA - KiwiRails system for tracking assuring and reporting SHW risk and performance is ready for replacement and as our Safety System Replacement Technical Lead youll play a critical role in shaping the future of our Safety Health & Wellbeing (SHW) systems.

This role will lead the functional design and business readiness for replacing KiwiRails ORA assurance and reporting platform. Working at the intersection of SHW Digital and the wider business youll define requirements guide solution design and ensure the successful build and implementation of a system that is practical intuitive and fit for purpose. Youll be instrumental in ensuring the new solution not only replaces the current system but improves how we manage risk assurance and performance across KiwiRail.

What youll be doing:

• Leading the functional design and business ownership of the new KiwiRail Safety Health & Wellbeing (SHW) risk assurance and reporting system/database

• Defining business process reporting and user requirements and shaping the future state design
• Providing leadership on system architecture data structures workflows and integration requirements
• Ensuring the system supports SHW risk management (including critical risk) assurance insight reporting and performance management needs
• Leading functional input into procurement vendor evaluation and solution selection
• Guiding build configuration testing and implementation readiness
• Building strong relationships across SHW Digital procurement vendors and business units
• Supporting change readiness risk management and successful system adoption
• Leading transition from legacy systems while driving simplification and continuous improvement

Ngā pukenga e rapu nei mātou What you will bring:

• Experience leading or managing complex system design and delivery within a large organisation
• Able to navigate large organisations building the key relationships that support the design build and implementation of a new SHW system
• Proven experience working with digital platforms for SHW that underpin risk management critical risk and control verification and support assurance for safe working environments
• Strong understanding of business requirements process design and system implementation
• Experience working with senior leaders on strategic initiatives and large-scale change programmes
• Ability to translate complex requirements into practical user-focused solutions
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills across technical and business audiences
• High attention to detail strong problem-solving capability and sound judgement

Youll also bring:

• Experience in complex operational environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including reporting and documentation
• A collaborative adaptable approach with a focus on continuous improvement
• A passion for safety wellbeing and better ways of working

Nōu te rourou Whats in it for you:

• Competitive salary plus 4% KiwiSaver contribution
• Discounted medical insurance and staff travel benefits
• Access to the NZ Rail Staff Welfare Trust
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A chance to lead a high-impact transformation project in a nationally significant organisation
• Supportive collaborative team environment focused on safety and performance

Kua rite kia rite Ready to make a difference

If youre a technically strong business-savvy leader who enjoys shaping systems influencing stakeholders and delivering real change wed love to hear from you.

Bring your expertise to help KiwiRail deliver safer smarter systems that support Stronger Connections for a Better New Zealand.

Applications close: Sunday 12th of July 2026

Applicants must hold New Zealand residency or citizenship.

KiwiRail is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds abilities and experiencesbecause together we are stronger.