Title:  Senior Data Analyst - Auckland

• Position located in Auckland
• Career development and growth opportunities  
• Permanent Full Time Position (40 Hours per week Monday – Friday) 

Senior Data Analyst

He kōrero mō mātou | About us:   

KiwiRail has been connecting New Zealanders for over 150 years. Our vision, Hononga Whaikaha, Oranga mo Aotearoa (Stronger Connections, Better New Zealand), drives us to create sustainable, efficient transport solutions that benefit our people, communities, and environment.   

Teamwork, Collaboration, Safety, & Innovation are at the heart of what we do. By modernising rail and ferry services, KiwiRail is building an exciting future, and you can be part of it.

He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the role:

As Senior Data Analyst, you’ll play a specialist role in strengthening KiwiRail’s approach to safety, health, and wellbeing. You’ll provide clear, accurate, and timely data insights to support risk-based decision making across the organisation.

You’ll design and deliver dashboards and reports that turn complex safety data into clear insights. You’ll also guide improvements in data collection and reporting, working with stakeholders across KiwiRail and external partners to ensure our systems remain reliable and future ready.

This role is based in Auckland and reports to the Data Insights and Reporting Manager.

Ngā pūkenga e rapu nei mātou | What you will bring:

We’re looking for someone who can combine technical expertise with a collaborative, safety-focused mindset and has at least seven years of experience. You’ll bring:

• Expert knowledge and experience in business intelligence visualisation tools and data techniques to generate high-quality insights and create dashboards, from requirements gathering and data cleansing through to insight development
• A strong understanding of analytics fundamentals and how the discipline drives business and customer value, with the ability to build trusted relationships with key stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to present and justify decisions appropriately for different audiences, and the ability to translate complex data into clear insights for non-technical stakeholders
• Proficiency in Power BI/Tableau, SQL/Azure/Snowflake, MS Excel, data visualisation platforms, and data warehousing concepts to effectively communicate insights and support decision-making
• Experience leading new initiatives in performance monitoring, applying critical thinking, and exercising sound judgment
• Experience in large-scale data system design, development, and implementation
  A tertiary qualification in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field

Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for you:

At KiwiRail, you’ll join a team that values your skills and invests in your future. In return, we offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities to grow your career within KiwiRail
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to safety and wellbeing across Aotearoa

Kua rite, kia rite | Ready to make a difference?

Rā aukati | Applications close: 1 December 2025 -unless filled sooner!

Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen. You must hold NZ residency or citizenship to apply!