Traction Line Mechanic Group

If life’s a journey, KiwiRail is a great way of keeping your career moving through it. Ours is a fast-paced, inspiring, and truly customer-focused culture – where your career will connect you to real opportunities, while balancing work and whānau life.

Te mea angitu kei a tatou | The opportunity we have

We are looking for an enthusiastic Trainee Traction Line Mechanics to join our Traction team. In this entry-level role, you will be trained to maintain, install, restore, and repair the overhead traction systems that power New Zealand’s rail network. This is an excellent opportunity to build a career with KiwiRail while receiving hands-on training and working with experienced professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Under full supervision, carry out maintenance, repairs, installation, and restoration of overhead traction systems.
• Inspect, identify, and maintain electrification safety signage.
• Learn to use and maintain traction overhead test and measuring equipment.
• Prepare to isolate and earth the overhead traction system under guidance.
• Operate hand and power tools safely for electrical work.
• Support the operation and maintenance of traction equipment and Hi-Rail vehicles.
• Contribute to Toolbox Meetings and team decisions.
• Maintain a strong customer service focus when interacting with clients, contractors, and the public.
• Document work activities accurately and maintain proper filing.
• Comply with KiwiRail’s operating safety rules and regulations.
• Participate in on-the-job training to gain competencies required for the role.

• Attend training courses provided by KiwiRail or external agencies as needed.

Skills and Experience Required

• Basic understanding of electrical or mechanical systems is an advantage.
• Strong willingness to learn and grow within the role.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and at heights.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to health and safety in the workplace.

• NCEA Level 1 or equivalent, current class 1 driver’s licence, first aid and CPR certificates.
• Desirable to have a class 2 driver’s licence, forklift operating licence, EST A or B qualification.

What you’ll get

• Competitive remuneration.
• Commitment to continued learning and development.
• Access to discounted travel, health insurance & holiday houses across NZ as part of our Staff Welfare Trust
• Career progression opportunities and long-term employment.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Study Grants for employees and Scholarships for children of employees.
• KiwiRail Networking Groups.
• Retail and Service discounts .

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

#We’re going places. Are you?

If you're ready to make an impact and grow your career at Kiwi Rail, we’d love to hear from you!  Apply now !

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