Regulatory Coordinator - Wellington

Title : Regulatory Coordinator – Wellington

Position can be based in Wellington, Auckland or Christchurch

Career development and growth opportunities

Full Time Permanent (40 Hours per week Monday – Friday)

KiwiRail has been connecting New Zealanders for over 150 years.

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

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

By modernising our rail and ferry services, KiwiRail is shaping an exciting future — and you can be part of it.

As our Regulatory Coordinator, you'll support KiwiRail's Regulatory team by coordinating key regulatory activities and engaging with external safety agencies.

You'll play an important role in planning and supporting safety assessments, audits, and investigations by our regulators, ensuring KiwiRail continues to meet its regulatory obligations and maintain the highest safety standards.

This is a hands-on role where your organisation, communication, and relationship-building skills will help keep KiwiRail moving safely and confidently into the future.

You'll be an organised, proactive professional who enjoys connecting people, processes, and information.

You'll bring :

Sound knowledge of regulatory practice and audit regimes

Experience managing multiple workstreams or projects

Experience working with safety reporting to government or regulatory agencies

Strong administrative skills, including recording meeting minutes and actions

A tertiary qualification in administration, business, or a related discipline or equivalent experience

Excellent communication and attention to detail

A collaborative, adaptable, and safety-focused mindset

We know great people come from a wide range of backgrounds.

If your experience is close to what we're looking for, we encourage you to apply.

Nou te rourou | What's in it for you :

Competitive salary plus 4% employer KiwiSaver contribution

Staff discount southern cross medical insurance

A wide range of discounts at retail partners

5 weeks annual leave

Discounted staff travel

Access to join NZ Rail Staff Welfare Trust where you will enjoy a range of benefits including access to holiday homes across New Zealand, as well as support for optometry, physiotherapy, GP services, and prescription costs

Professional development opportunities to help you grow and succeed

Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace dedicated to innovation, sustainability and community impact

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

If you're ready to help strengthen KiwiRail's regulatory and safety foundations, apply today and join us in building Stronger Connections for a Better New Zealand.

Ra aukati | Applications close : 21 November

• (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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