Track Engineer

• Location Wellington or Christchurch
• Competitive salary great benefits
• Career progression opportunity

Position Description

He kōrero mō mātou About us:

At KiwiRail we connect New Zealand through sustainable rail and ferry transport. Our purpose Hononga Whaikaha Oranga mō Aotearoa Stronger Connections Better New Zealand reflects the connections we build with our customers communities and each other.

For more than 150 years rail has connected communities moved freight and passengers and helped showcase Aotearoa. Today were carrying that legacy forward as we modernise and grow our rail network and Interislander ferry services.

We are a team of more than 4500 people working together to support our customers communities and each other. Safety health and wellbeing are our number one priority ensuring our people return home safe and healthy every day.

He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi About the role:

As a Track Engineer youll provide engineering support that helps keep KiwiRails track infrastructure safe reliable and efficient.

Youll contribute to the management of track geometry rail condition and related infrastructure assets. Youll provide technical advice across maintenance upgrades and asset lifecycle planning helping KiwiRail move towards more proactive maintenance.

Youll also contribute to engineering standards assurance activities product approvals and Safety in Design processes. Your work will support continuous improvement and help ensure our engineering practices remain safe compliant and aligned with international standards.

Youll work closely with engineering and operational teams as well as project teams learning and development consultants contractors suppliers and relevant authorities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Improving the management of track geometry rail condition and associated infrastructure assets.
• Providing technical advice for track maintenance upgrades and asset lifecycle planning.
• Contributing to engineering standards specifications and learning modules.
• Supporting assurance activities and using findings to drive continuous improvement.
• Participating in type-approval processes for new products and third-party infrastructure impacts.
• Conducting risk assessments and contributing to Safety in Design processes.
• Researching and applying relevant international engineering practices and standards.
• Contributing to technical briefings working groups and continuous improvement initiatives.

Safety will guide your decisions. Youll help identify and manage engineering risks while supporting compliance with rail safety standards and statutory requirements.

Ngā pukenga e rapu nei mātou What you will bring:

Were looking for an engineer with practical experience who can apply sound technical knowledge and work collaboratively across KiwiRail.

Youll bring:

• 3 years experience in civil or railway engineering environments.
• Knowledge of asset management and/or infrastructure design.
• An understanding of railway engineering principles and standards.
• Experience with assurance processes and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with international standards including AS EN and ISO.
• A tertiary qualification in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent industry experience.
• A strong commitment to safety and integrity.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work with diverse audiences.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to positive team outcomes.
• The ability to adapt to changing priorities and remain calm under pressure.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Chartered Engineer (Technician) status or progress towards it is desirable. Postgraduate qualifications in engineering or asset management are also advantageous.

Youll need a current and valid New Zealand drivers licence be willing to travel nationally and be able to pass regular drug and alcohol screenings.

If you have a combination of the skills and experience above we encourage you to consider applying.

Nōu te rourou Whats in it for you:

This is an opportunity to contribute to infrastructure that keeps New Zealand connected.

Youll have the opportunity to:

• Help improve the safety reliability and performance of KiwiRails track network.
• Work on engineering challenges across a nationally significant rail network.
• Contribute to better asset management and more proactive maintenance practices.
• Develop your technical expertise through varied engineering work.
• Work alongside experienced engineering operations and project professionals.
• Contribute to innovation continuous improvement and better engineering practices.
• Build your career through professional development and learning opportunities.
• Make a meaningful contribution to New Zealands transport network.

Kua rite kia rite Ready to Make a Difference

If youre an engineer who wants to apply your skills to work that matters wed like to hear from you.

Bring your engineering experience curiosity and commitment to safe and reliable infrastructure to KiwiRail. Together we can help create stronger connections for Aotearoa.

Me pēhea te tuku tono How to Apply

Submit your CV and cover letter online. If youre a current KiwiRail employee please apply using your internal profile.

Rā aukati Applications close:23 August 2026 (unless filled sooner)