Engineering Technical Manager

2 weeks ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand KiwiRail Full time
Date: 7 Jun 2023- Location: Wellington, KiwiRail Ltd, NZ, 6011- Business unit: Rail Operations- Position status: Permanent- Employment type: Full Time- Level of experience: Experienced
We are looking for an Engineering Technical Manager - Signals, to join and become part of our One Winning Team

  • Full time
  • Based in Wellington, Auckland or Christchurch


This is an exciting time for rail in New Zealand, with a significant investment programme for asset upgrades and new infrastructure throughout the country.

We've got some great projects underway and we're looking ahead at long term investment plans for New Zealand's national rail system.


Te mea angitu kei a tatou: The opportunity we have


Reporting to the Engineering Programme Manager, you will be responsible for the lifecycle of all the designs in the Engineering Programme that fall under the Signals discipline, financial control and will be accountable for the programme overall.

Technical Coordinators report into this position.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Develop and manage the Engineering Programme for the Signals Discipline
  • Responsible for the lifecycle of all the designs in the Engineering Programme
  • Champion the development, delivery, and adoption of strategic changes and improvements within Engineering and Operations
  • Direct resources to deliver support for projects and BAU including Approvals, Audit, Technical Advice, Principle & Standards development
  • Work collaboratively as a key improvement leader and connector with Engineering, the Professional Heads, Technical Director, Operations GMs and their teams
  • Manage So Far as Is Reasonably Practicable (SFAIRP, Risk Assessments and Safety Design)

He aha nga pukengae rapu ana tatou: What skills are we looking for?


You will have a Civil or Electrical Degree or equivalent along with 15+ years' experience in technical project management roles.

Railway engineering industry experience is highly regarded.

In addition you will have:

  • Proven ability to support and engage a diverse set of people to deliver actions
  • Good understanding of Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Asbuilt documents
  • Experience developing documentation and quality processes
  • Experience providing training and guidance to staff
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft products
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver work to a high degree of quality and accuracy
  • Experience in ISO process and Microsoft Project

Mo matou:
About us

KiwiRail is New Zealand's national railway, employing around 4,200 talented people in a wide range of business functions.

Our teams are responsible for maintaining 4,000 kilometres of rail corridor, bridges, tunnels, viaducts, overhead wires, signals, and level crossings.

Our team is like a family; we love what we do, and we thrive in this busy and upbeat environment.


Your Benefits:

  • Competitive remuneration
  • 5 weeks annual leave
  • Commitment to continued learning and development
  • Access to discounted travel, health insurance & holiday houses across NZ as part of our Staff Welfare Trust
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