Motorman

2 weeks ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand KiwiRail Full time

Date: 15-May-2023- Location: Wellington, KiwiRail Ltd, NZ, 6011- Business unit: Interislander- Position status: Permanent- Employment type: Full Time- Level of experience: ExperiencedThis is an exciting time for our Interislander operation.

With a significant investment programme for new sustainable ferries and two new terminals, we are gearing up for a bright future.

Interislander is embarking on a time of transformational change right across the business.

We are rolling out numerous exciting new projects including the construction and delivery of two new ships and ferry terminals through the Inter-Island Resilient Connection (iReX) Programme and revamping our operational/customer service strategies and processes.


Te mea angitu kei a tatou: The opportunity we have
We have an opportunity for a Motorman to join our team on a permanent basis.

The primary purpose of this role is to assist in the repair and maintenance of machinery components in accordance with the Third Engineer instructions.

Inspect and report defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks. Check machinery and equipment is running properly as directed by watch keeping officers. In addition to prevent, control and fight fires on board also make sure engine room is clean. Operate life-saving appliances and in an emergency carry out duties as assigned by the Third Engineering Officer.

Health and Safety is an important part of how KiwiRail operates. You will be a safety leader and will be expected to "walk the safety talk"

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

The successful applicant will have:

  • Engine Watch Rating, Able Seafarer
  • Engine or Motorman Competence in accordance with STCW III/4 and as required by the Flag Administration.
  • Knowledge of Inter
  • Island freight market desirable.

Mo matou:
About us

KiwiRail is a purpose-driven State-Owned Enterprise with a commercial mandate.

We run our business efficiently and effectively while delivering significant economic benefits through taking trucks off the road, reducing carbon emissions and road maintenance costs, easing congestion in cities and making roads safer.

Our purpose 'Stronger Connections, Better New Zealand' speaks to what our people, our customers, our stakeholders and the Government, our shareholder, want for KiwiRail:
to be more connected. Connected to our customers and the future needs of their businesses.

Connected to the communities we serve and operate in. Connected to each other, for the good of the country.

Our purpose speaks to connected people, networks, journeys, experiences, and ways of working that move KiwiRail, the transport sector and New Zealand forward.


Your benefits:

  • Competitive remuneration
  • Commitment to continued learning and development
  • Access to discounted travel, health insurance and holiday houses across NZ as part of our Staff Welfare Trust
This would be a Live -on
- board (LOB) role with the salary of NZ$ 80,658. If you are ready to make a difference within a progressive organisation that encourages forward thinking and recognises success, then we would like to hear from you.

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