Design Planner | Wellington

Overview

Keep KiwiRail's future on track – help shape the design that drives New Zealand forward.

About us

At KiwiRail, we're passionate about building stronger connections and a better New Zealand.

For more than 150 years, rail has been central to how people and goods move across Aotearoa.

Today, we're modernising and growing our rail and ferry services to support a sustainable, connected future.

Our team of over 4,500 people work together to keep communities connected, freight moving, and journeys safe.

At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to safety, teamwork, and delivering value for all New Zealanders.

About the role

As a Design Planner, you will oversee the delivery planning of design projects across KiwiRail's infrastructure.

You'll make sure schedules are realistic, projects are aligned, and resources are in place to get the job done.

Working closely with designers, project managers, and production teams, you'll create and maintain rolling plans, provide forecasts, and keep stakeholders informed.

Your work will bridge design and delivery, ensuring projects stay on track and contribute to KiwiRail's long-term goals.

This is a permanent role based in Wellington, reporting to the Integrated Planning Team Leader.

Responsibilities

Oversee the delivery planning of design projects across KiwiRail's infrastructure.

Ensure schedules are realistic, projects are aligned, and resources are in place to complete the work.

Collaborate with designers, project managers, and production teams to create and maintain rolling plans and forecasts.

Keep stakeholders informed and bridge design and delivery to keep projects on track.

Qualifications

Experience in project planning, scheduling, and forecasting – ideally within infrastructure or rail.

Ability to develop and maintain integrated design schedules and manage dependencies.

Strong analytical and reporting skills, with experience using tools like P6, Microsoft Project, and Excel.

A proactive approach to identifying risks and solving problems.

Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.

A relevant engineering, project management, or equivalent qualification.

A full New Zealand driver's licence and willingness to travel when needed.

What's in it for you

A competitive salary and benefits package.

Opportunities for training, development, and career progression.

The chance to be part of major projects that modernise and grow our national rail network.

A workplace that values safety, inclusion, and wellbeing.

Ready to make a difference?

If you're ready to put your planning skills to work and help shape the future of rail in Aotearoa, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply online today with your CV and cover letter.

KiwiRail is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, and we encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Applications close Tuesday 7th of October 2025

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