Business Support

Overview

Permanent, full-time opportunity based in Hamilton. Monday to Friday in the office (40-hour week). Workday options : 7.30am – 4pm or 8am – 4.30pm. Travel to other depots within the UNI region will be required at times, during work hours.

About us

He kōrero mō mātou | About us : At KiwiRail, we’re proud to connect communities and deliver a more sustainable Aotearoa. For over 150 years, our rail network has helped move people, goods, and ideas across the country - and we’re just getting started. Our values centre on safety, teamwork, and service, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Join a team where your contribution matters, and your work supports essential operations across the nation.

About the role

He whakamārama mo te tūranga mahi | About the role : Our Business Support role sits within the infrastructure team and ensures smooth day-to-day operations to a range of leaders and staff across the team. We are seeking a candidate who enjoys working with numbers, as they will be accountable for a range of financial tasks.

This role covers a wide range of responsibilities as outlined in the position description. From managing vendor invoicing to coordinating compliance checks and supporting depot logistics, you'll be the go-to for essential processes that keep our teams moving. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and thrives in a busy, collaborative environment. Your work will directly support safety, financial accuracy, and operational excellence - enabling our teams to focus on delivering reliable rail services across New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Experienced in administrative or business support roles (3–4 years preferred)
• Skilled with finance systems like SAP or Maximo, including invoicing and purchase orders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Detail-oriented and organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Comfortable communicating with a wide range of people and familiar with health and safety compliance processes
• Ability to work to deadlines and juggle conflicting priorities with ease

What’s in it for you

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re ready to support a team that helps keep KiwiRail moving, apply now. Your organisation, adaptability, and people skills will help shape a safer, more efficient future for rail in Aotearoa.

KiwiRail is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities. All successful candidates will undergo pre-employment drug screening. NZ residency or citizenship is required.

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