Title: Talent Development Partner Auckland | Wellington

Req ID: 12569

Talent Development Partner

Shape KiwiRail’s future talent – connect people, grow capability, and drive change.
Permanent full-time role
Based in Auckland or Wellington

He kōrero mō mātou | About us:
At KiwiRail, we're proud to keep New Zealand connected – delivering sustainable transport solutions that support our people, customers, and communities. With a history spanning over 150 years, we're focused on building a future-ready workforce that will drive innovation and growth across Aotearoa. Our strength lies in our people – and in the strong relationships we foster through teamwork and trust.

He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the role:
As an L&D Talent Partner, you’ll be at the centre of KiwiRail’s talent development efforts – designing and delivering initiatives that strengthen our workforce for tomorrow. You’ll coordinate onboarding, succession planning, and internal career pathways while leading programmes like our Graduate and Apprentice offerings.
You’ll collaborate across the business to identify development needs and shape tailored learning journeys. Your work will directly support our mission to grow capability and build strong internal pipelines, ensuring we have the right people in the right roles at the right time.

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

We’re looking for someone who is committed to learning, development, and building lasting talent pathways. You’ll thrive in a collaborative environment and be confident managing multiple programmes.

You will need:
• Proven experience in L&D or HR roles with a focus on talent development
• Strong relationship and stakeholder management skills
• Experience managing Graduate and/or Apprentice programmes
• Knowledge of talent strategies and learning frameworks
• Strong communication and facilitation skills
• High level of computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Office
• Relevant tertiary qualification in HR, business, or a related field

It would be great if you also have:
• Familiarity with industry training organisations (ITOs) or NZQA frameworks
• Experience supporting internal mobility and succession planning

Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for you:

At KiwiRail, you’ll be part of a values-driven organisation that puts people and safety first. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Ongoing professional development
• A collaborative team environment that values fresh thinking
• The opportunity to work on strategic talent projects with real impact
• Career progression within a future-focused organisation

Kua rite, kia rite | Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to shape the future of KiwiRail’s workforce and help us grow the capability of our people, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of our mission to build stronger connections for a better New Zealand.

Applications close: Friday 8th of August 2025