Mechanical Engineer - Waltham

Position Description

Position based at Waltham, Christchurch (1 Position Available)

Permanent, Full-time Position, 24 / 7 Rotating Roster (Including Penal Rates)

Starting hourly rate between $

• (Based on Qualifications & Experience)

About us

He korero mo matou | About us :

KiwiRail has been connecting New Zealanders for more than 150 years.

Our vision, Hononga Whaikaha, Oranga mo Aotearoa (Stronger Connections, Better New Zealand), drives us to deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable transport solutions that benefit our people, our communities, and our environment.

Teamwork, collaboration, and innovation sit at the heart of what we do.

By modernising our rail network and investing in new technology, we're building an exciting future and you can be part of it.

About the role

Based at our Waltham Depot in Christchurch, you'll play a vital role in maintaining and repairing KiwiRail's passenger fleet.

Ensuring our trains are safe, reliable, and ready to roll.

Whether you're completing routine maintenance or responding to an urgent repair, your work will help keep passenger services moving across Aotearoa.

This is a permanent, full-time role on a 24 / 7 rotating roster (including penal rates).

Starting hourly rate : $

In this role, you will :

Conduct scheduled maintenance and mechanical repairs

Identify and diagnose faults, and work collaboratively to resolve them

Perform safety checks and assist operators with equipment

Maintain clear service records and follow all safety procedures

Support yard operations, including operation of rail vehicles

What you will bring

You'll be mechanically minded, safety focused, and a strong team player who takes pride in quality work.

Experience in heavy industry or automotive / mechanical engineering

NZQA Level 4–5 trade certificate in mechanical fitting or a related field

A strong focus on safety, problem solving, and continuous improvement

Good communication

A Full Class 1 Driver Licence

Relevant trade qualifications or certifications relating to the industry

It's a bonus if you also have :

Diesel or automotive mechanic experience

Automotive electrical experience

F endorsement on your driver licence

Gantry crane unit standards (US

What's in it for you

At KiwiRail, you'll find more than a job, you'll find purpose.

We offer

Competitive hourly rates and penal pay

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Pathways for progression across a national network

Support to gain further qualifications and certifications

Southern Cross health insurance and wellbeing support

Travel discounts on Scenic trains and Interislander ferries

All PPE and required training provided

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

If you're ready to bring your mechanical skills to a team that keeps New Zealand connected, we'd love to hear from you.

Ra aukati| Applications close : 7 November

Please Note - All successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen.

Due to the nature of this role, we require successful candidates to hold a NZ residence or citizenship!

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