He whakamārama mo te tūranga mahi | About the role:
As a Linehaul Locomotive Controller, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring KiwiRail’s train plan is fully resourced and executed over a 24-hour operational horizon.
Working within a 24/7 logistics environment, you’ll manage the allocation and optimisation of locomotive power and Train End Monitors (TEMs), ensuring efficient utilisation while maintaining the flexibility to respond to incidents across the network. You’ll maintain and manage the Master Locomotive and TEM plan, coordinate maintenance scheduling, and support service recovery to minimise disruption.
This is a dynamic and high-impact role where you’ll be at the centre of operational decision-making, working closely with teams across KiwiRail to ensure freight moves safely, reliably, and on time.
Key responsibilities include:
Ngā pukenga e rapu nei mātou | What you will bring:
Logistics, freight, or transport experience (preferred)
Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for you:
Kua rite, kia rite | Ready to make a difference?
If you thrive in a fast-moving environment, enjoy solving complex operational challenges, and want to play a part in keeping New Zealand’s freight moving, we’d love to hear from you.
Applications close: 10 July 2026 (unless filled sooner)
Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen
Applicants must hold New Zealand residency or citizenship
KiwiRail is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunity to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences because together, we’re stronger
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