Title:  Engineering Graduate - 2025 KiwiRail Graduate Programme

Join the country’s top Graduate Development Programme and Shape the Future of Rail in New Zealand

Are you early in your career with 0-2 years of professional experience? Or graduating for 2025? If yes, then this application is for you!  We are looking for talented graduate engineers.

What we offer:

• An exciting and comprehensive 2- year rotational programme which will see you pushed out of your comfort zone and growing toward your full potential
• 5 weeks annual leave and a host of other great benefits and rewards
• Competitive starting salary with 6-monthly reviews during the programme
• A full business induction including meeting key manager and visiting KiwiRail sites across Aotearoa
• Senior management mentoring and a buddy from within the business
• Permanent role within the business after successfully graduate from the programme

Location:

• Auckland, Otahuhu

Programme Start:

• 24 February 2025

About our Engineering Grad roles:

As a Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineer in our Rolling Stock Asset Services (RSAS) team, you'll oversee the entire life cycle of rolling stock, from fleet planning to maintenance and future improvements. Our RSAS Auckland depot is based in Otahuhu but you might be required to work in different Auckland locations (Onehunga, Ellerslie, City) if you are rotating through teams based at these. 

As part of the Graduate Programme, you will:

• Assist with project work as determined by your manager relating to your qualification, based on the needs of the business
• Provide generalist support in the delivery of projects and professional assignments
• Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the team to assist with project concepts, design and implementation

What you will need:

• Min Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics
• Have recently graduated (within the last two years) or be graduating for a start in early 2025
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships
• A curious, proactive, and innovative mindset
• Must be a New Zealand Citizen or Resident

Click this link to watch some of the great mahi that our grads have been up to!

 How to apply:

All applications must be submitted online through the KiwiRail Careers site.  Please include your CV, clearly listing your education history with dates and institution names, along with a cover letter outlining your interest, and a brief description of how your skills align with our vison.

Please note that successful applicants will be required to commence their employment in February 2025. Applications are also open to current employees.

Who to contact if you have any queries:

Wanda Bowman: wanda.bowman@kiwirail.co.nz

Please find more information about our Graduate Programme and the recruitment process here.

Position Description: Graduate

KiwiRail is where you build stronger connections for a better Aotearoa. We have a vision for a bigger, bolder role for rail, and our Graduate Programme is designed to empower energetic and ambitious students to develop into the next generation of influential and inspiring leaders.

Hononga Whaikaha. Oranga mo Aotearoa.  Stronger Connections.  Better New Zealand