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THE
STAFF NEWSLETTER
Issue 243 | 22 May 2014
INSIDE Tranz Metro keeping impressive time
Tranz Metro’s overall on-time performance is within 30 minutes of the quake and the entire
tracking at 94% for the year to date. network was cleared for operation by Saturday
Making the best of it
morning. Trains were running within 30 minutes
TranzAlpine going from strength to “That’s an extremely impressive result and
strength, p4 of clearance.
means we’re well on track to match last year’s
94%. As we’re already 45 weeks into the “These rapid recoveries were a reflection of the
financial year we might even beat it by a nose high standard of professionalism achieved by
this time,” says Tranz Metro Manager, Scott Tranz Metro and KiwiRail’s Track and Structures
Brooks. teams. It is also due to these high standards of
Cancellations were also tracking at 0.9% —just service that our on-time performance continues
0.1% off last year’s final tally of 0.8%. to track so well,” says Scott.
“These are remarkable results when it is When the leading causes of delays are
remembered that both this year and last we compared with the previous end-of-year results
were hit by some of the worst storms in decades the year-to-date results are impressively similar.
as well as a significant earthquake,” says Scott. This year just 1% of trains have been cancelled
and 4% delayed as a result of weather and
Between June and July last year the Wellington
earthquakes. Last year the figures were 2% and
region was hit by a series of severe storms.
5%. In each year, speed restrictions accounted
On all occasions, Track and Structure teams
for zero cancellations and just 9% of delays.
worked 24 hours around the clock and had the
network back up and running in record time. Overall time keeping in and out of Wellington
Get focussed On Friday 16 August, the region was hit by two
Station is tracking at 94% — exactly the same
Staff survey starts soon, p5 as last year’s end-of-year result. By line, the
earthquakes registering 7 and 9 on the Modified
results are 95% for Hutt, 94% for Johnsonville,
Mercalli (MM) scale. Any earthquake greater
95% for Kapiti and 74% for the Wairarapa line
than MM 7, requires services to be suspended
which still faces challenges.
while track inspections are completed. Track
and Structures Teams were out on the track Continued Page 4.
Clean up gathers
momentum
Check out the latest progress, pp6-
8
Tranz Metro's on-time performance is tracking at 94%
One group, one business,
one family
– fathers and sons and even Our role as leaders is to improve our
grandfathers – that I realised, more business every day. I want all employees
powerfully than quite ever before, how to see themselves as working for the
unique our business is. We are a rarity KiwiRail brand and being committed to
Peter Reidy, Chief Executive
– we are an inter-generational business turning the business around. I want you
in an era of impermanence and change. all to be proud to wear the KiwiRail logo
and be part of a winning organisation.
I recently got to travel on the TranzAlpine The evening was also an experience
and during my trip I took the opportunity that brought back a flood of memories of We are New Zealand and we are growing
to spend a couple of hours in the driver’s my own railway family. My grandfather New Zealand but we can only do that as
cab with Locomotive Engineer, Kyle joined New Zealand Railways as a one group, one business, one family.
Swainson. porter at Waiuku in 1902. After returning To do that we have to break down the
from WW1, he re-joined Railways as a silos and start seeing ourselves as truly
Kyle enjoys his work and the synergy
guard and for many years, starting at one business and not just one part of a
between man and machine was evident.
3 o’clock each morning, did the Herald larger group. To achieve this we need to
He was a man at ease in his role and
run from Auckland to Hamilton and have a sense of urgency. We need to be
proud of what he did. The reasons were
back. The connection did not stop there. ready to make some tough decisions.
not hard to discern.
My great uncle had been a railways We’ll have to collaborate. We’ll have
Kyle told me he came from a railways to demonstrate leadership and build a
supervisor and worked on the Raurimu
family. His father had been an LE and winning team throughout New Zealand.
spiral for five years.
other family members had also worked It’s about working together as one
for railways. He’d never had any doubt My father always said ours was a railway
business to deliver the outcomes our
in his mind that he’d be an LE because family. As a child I was enchanted and
stakeholders expect and we aspire to.
rail was just part of the family. amazed by the stories about how hard
his father had to work. The 20s and 30s We have unique strengths as a business
These family connections are important and a huge amount of pride in what we
were not easy times for anyone and the
to Kyle. He mentioned that the Lynwood do. On that wintry evening at Lynwood,
railways was no exception. They worked
Railways Social Club was holding that sense of pride filled the room and
hard to deliver to their customers every
its AGM on Saturday and invited me animated a hundred conversations. The
day in the most difficult of times. They
along. At the Social Club, I got to meet men and women there saw the business
were, my father said, always proud to be
Kyle’s father and a lot of other current as just one big family – and that’s just
a railways family.
and retired LEs. The buzz of the place the way my grandfather would have
was railways and talk of lifetimes spent That sense of family – of being a part
seen it.
working in an industry with which many of the KiwiRail family that now stretches
It’s now our task to build that pride and
still had family connections. back 150 years – gives our business
sense of family throughout the business
enormous strength. Our business is
Families that were proud of these and deliver for future generations
linked across generations and those
connections and proud of where they what, through hard work and unfailing
precious connections can help drive
worked. In these times, where labour commitment, past generations have
it forward. We are heirs to a proud
mobility largely defines business, this is delivered to us.
heritage. We are stewards of assets and
highly unusual. It was while talking with heritage that we must improve for future Peter Reidy
these railway folk, active and retired, generations. Chief Executive
KiwiRail Staff Newsletter 2
On-time Performance 12 May - 18 May 2014
PREMIER FREIGHT On-time / early Late, within 15 mins Late
Service Origin Destination Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun
210 WGTN AUCK 18 75 0 42 -28 NA NA
211 AUCK WGTN 30 24 -29 1 -50 NA NA
215 AUCK PNTH 30 94 9 -2 0 NA NA
216 PNTH AUCK -22 140 -26 51 44 NA NA
217 AUCK WGTN -25 10 -76 -66 -85 NA NA
218 WGTN AUCK NA NA 16 -52 -73 NA NA
219 AUCK WGTN NA 38 9 13 -1 -55 NA
712 CHCH PICTN -96 -88 -107 -87 -33 NA NA
717 PICTN CHCH NA -50 -18 -72 -50 -35 NA
718 CHCH PICTN -50 -10 -12 -42 -45 NA NA
719 PICTN CHCH NA -15 -1 11 27 -25 NA
915 CHCH DNDN 18 -10 14 2 -26 NA NA
919 CHCH INGIL -20 -49 -29 -33 -47 NA NA
• Premier trains on time arrival performance decreased to 87% from 96% over the same week, 2013 vs. 2014
• The majority of delays were caused by loco failures.
On-time / early Late, within 15 mins Late
Service Origin Destination Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun
200 WGTN AUCK NA 3 NA NA -5 NA 23
201 AUCK WGTN 112 NA NA 33 NA 15 NA
803 CHCH GMTH 15 0 35 0 0 -13 -7
804 GMTH CHCH 20 0 45 0 47 0 0
The Coastal Pacific is not running over the winter period.
700 CHCH PTN NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
701 PTN CHCH NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
> 95% On-time < 95% Not achieved *W
e determine a train to be on time
if it is within 5 minutes of timetable
All Tranz Metro Services Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun
Arrival and departure from Wellington Station
95% 93% 92% 85% 96% 96% 96%
within 5 minutes of timetable
> 93% On-time < 93% Not achieved
Ship Origin – Destination Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun
Arahura WGTN – PICTN 100% 100% 83% 67% 17% 83% 100%
Kaitaki WGTN – PICTN 75% 75% 50% 50% 75% 100% NA
Stena Alegra WGTN – PICTN NA NA 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
KiwiRail Staff Newsletter 3
Tranz Metro keeping impressive time
Continued from Page 1. results were 96% for the Hutt, 93% for closely for both years confirms that we
Johnsonville, 95% for Kapiti and 80% for have sound systems in place and are
For key morning arrivals into Wellington
Wairarapa. The average for key morning providing passengers with an increasingly
Station, the average on-time performance
arrivals was lower at 84%. The top on time consistent and reliable service. The Tranz
is running at 86%. The top performer is
performer was service 6209 on the Kapiti Metro and Wellington Metro Maintenance
currently service 2615 on the Hutt line with
Depot teams are doing a great job and
a year-to-date average of 96%. line which came in with an end-of-year
this is clearly evident in the year-to-
average of 94%.
This compares favourably with the end- date results,” says Deb Hume, General
of-year results for 2012/13. By line, the “The fact that the results are tracking so Manager, Passenger.
Visiting the South Island? Take the TranzAlpine
TranzAlpine continues to go from strength tourists choosing to include the service in class service and experience for both
to strength carrying more passengers their holiday itineraries. international visitors and local people who
across the Southern Alps and to the want to take a break and get away from it
“The local economy in Canterbury is
adventure hotspots of Canterbury and all.
continuing to get back on its feet after
the West Coast and KiwiRail staff are
the earthquakes and the tourism industry, Deb says that KiwiRail staff who are visiting
encouraged to get on-board.
including iconic services such as the the South Island anytime this year are
“Last summer was a bumper season for TranzAlpine, plays a key part in sustaining encouraged to use their travel privilege
KiwiRail Scenic and there has been an and supporting the revival of the region. card.
upswing in patronage numbers across
all three of our Scenic services. This “Passengers on the TranzAlpine get to “TranzAlpine is a perfect day return trip
reflects our efforts in promoting the Scenic see all of the spectacular scenery that the from Christchurch anytime of the year as
services as an experiential tourism product central South Island has to offer. They can it offers a great way to get to the club ski
and a great way to travel throughout see everything from the Canterbury Plains fields at Arthurs Pass, jet boating on the
New Zealand,” says General Manager, to alpine rivers, mountains and gorges, rivers, and experience the West Coast.
Passenger, Deb Hume. through to the rain forests of the West
“One of the best ways to promote our
Coast while enjoying a safe, relaxing, and
For the financial year-to-date, TranzAlpine company and tell friends and family
fun journey,” says Deb.
has carried over 9% more passengers and about what we have to offer is to have
has revenue that is 16 % higher on the Our task is to continue to deliver these experienced it all first-hand. So if you are
same period for the previous year, showing outstanding results, especially heading heading south this winter then make sure
a lift in both domestic and international into winter, by continuing to deliver a first- you get on-board the TranzAlpine.”
TranzAlpine in snow June 2013 - Lake Sarah Photo credit: McManus
KiwiRail Staff Newsletter 4
This year’s staff survey begins next Friday, will contribute to continued improvement This means you are free to express your
30 May. Please take this opportunity to in our business performance. views openly and honestly so we get a
let us know how you think we are going. reliable and useful picture.
If you are currently unsure whether you
We need you to share your ideas with us
will participate, let me offer this. Whether Last year we achieved a response rate
about how we can build KiwiRail into a
your views are positive or negative, they of 74%. This was slightly down from the
strong, integrated business that is One
are important to us. previous year, so I’m hopeful that we will
Group – One Team.
lift the rate back up this year.
For Kiwirail to be a great place to work, we For us to improve as an organisation, we
need to know how everyone feels. Remember, it’s about how you feel in
need your input. So please, participate in
your team and how your team works
the survey. The higher the response rate, the easier within the wider team that adds up to a
I stated a few weeks ago when it will be to highlight the issues that are world-class engaged business.
announcing the upcoming survey, that we important to our team, and from this we
can accurately identify what needs to be Please take the opportunity to provide
are doing some great things in KiwiRail
your views through the survey.
and that there is also much more to do. given priority.
I look forward to all of your input.
It is vital that we have your feedback so we Confidentiality is assured as all responses
can provide clear direction for the whole are processed by an external company Peter Reidy
team around what needs to be done. This and cannot be traced back to individuals. Chief Executive
Hidden treasures support City Mission
It’s amazing what potential treasures On Monday 19 May, Aroha presented So well done everyone and a big thanks
can be hidden away in closets and Wellington City Mission’s Fundraising from Wellington City Mission.
cupboards — $810 worth in the case of the Manager, Robert Ross, an envelope
Tranz Metro is also planning to donate $100
Communications Team storeroom. containing KiwiRail’s donation. He said the
City Mission was very thankful to receive to the Wellington City Mission in return for
The Communications Team was running
our donation and that they will use it well. some items received at the garage sale.
out of storage space so they decided to
hold a garage sale. Rather than throwing
the unwanted items away, we knew that
staff may be interested in keeping hold of
some things, and since our first clearance
garage sale went so well a few years ago,
we thought we would have another. Hidden
amongst the cartons and usual office
clutter was a trove of railways memorabilia,
photos and material with old branding that
is no longer used. Everything was up for
offer on Thursday 8 May.
“Staff were advised that all monies raised
would be donated to the Wellington City
Mission so it was lovely to see some
staff paying a bit more than expected,”
said Aroha Tanirau, Senior Communities
Advisor. “All of the items were snapped up
in no time at all and after we cleaned up we Aroha Tanirau, Senior Communities Advisor, handing our donation to Robert Ross, Wellington City Mission’s Fundraising
Manager.
realised we had raised $810.”
5 KiwiRail Staff Newsletter
Clean up gathers momentum Things are looking a lot sharper around Safety is the first priority but it’s all about keep us posted and keep the great photos KiwiRail with major clean ups now complete pride in our brand, pride in our workplace coming too. at Infrastructure and Engineering’s depots and pride in ourselves. in the Northern and Central Regions and At Express we’re keen to report on the Keep up the good work — keep it tidy and Tauranga. progress made so when you do good work, keep it safe. Infrastructure and Engineering – Tauranga Depot Before... After... KiwiRail Staff Newsletter 6
Infrastructure and Engineering — Northern Region
Before...
After...
7 KiwiRail Staff Newsletter
Infrastructure and Engineering — Central Region Before... After... KiwiRail Staff Newsletter 8
Re-opened station welcomes classic railcar
Eketahuna, in north Wairarapa, was the railcars which have served, in particular, Waikanae, and a keen bunch of volunteers
classic rural station. It served a large the Wairarapa line, but others as well. refurbished it in quick time.
hinterland, looking after passengers for This has been a major challenge, but
There were speeches from Don Selby, the
most of its life, and handling the traditional there is now one of the early three axle
energetic president of the Society, from a
three freight staples of such a rural station: cars which served the district until 1955
representative of the Rail Heritage Trust
livestock, wool, and fertiliser. It was busy being restored, a Drewry twinset in the
who over the years had cause to use
enough to have a Stationmaster until the early stages of restoration, and a Standard
Eketahuna’s new station on its original site,
1980s, and with signalling duties added railcar RM 31, Tokomaru which has been
as well as the old station, and a Tararua
there were other operating staff as well. completely restored and has a licence from
District Councillor. The ribbon was cut
KiwiRail to operate on the main line.
But, along with other similar stations all by Mr and Mrs Anderson, now well into
over the network, the diminishing role of On Saturday 10 May, Tokomaru appeared their 80s, who had lived all their lives in
regulated competition from the 1960s and at Eketahuna to find some 200 people Eketahuna. Short rides on the railcar to
its disappearance in the 1980s signalled gathered to celebrate the opening of a and from Mauriceville and Hukanui were
the end of the rural railway station, and “new” Eketahuna station. This building was sold out, a local food stall did a good trade,
Eketahuna closed to all traffic in 1986. the former Waikanae station which had especially with billy tea, the rain held off,
The original station had been removed in become redundant with the electrification of and everyone had a good time. A true
the 1970s, and the crossing loop and quite the railway to Waikanae, now with a brand heartland event.
extensive yard track, plus the goods shed new station. The former station was stored,
None of this could have happened without
and stockyards, had all gone by 1987. All and provided the answer to the Society’s
the leadership of the Railcar Society, the
that was left was the station platform edge, plans to operate occasional excursions on
many member volunteers, a number of
and the loading bank, concealed by scrub. the North Wairarapa line, with Eketahuna
significant donors, the strong support from
as a focus. Greater Wellington Regional
Enter the Pahiatua Railcar Society, the Eketahuna tradespeople and others,
Council donated the building, the Society
founded in 1992, and committed to saving and the cooperation of KiwiRail.
relocated it from the storage yard in
and restoring a selection of the various
Express Roving Reporter
All aboard RM 31, Tokomaru
Don Selby,President of the Pahiatua Railcar Society, speaking at the station
Tokomaru ready to depart.
opening.
9 KiwiRail Staff Newsletter
Jason Davis shooting for the top
By Ben Caldwell “For the longer shooting distances I
can’t always get over to the range in the
Locomotive Engineer Jason Davis has Wairarapa, so I will go to the range near
emerged victorious from the New Zealand me and I’ll shoot at smaller targets from
a shorter distance. I train twice a week
Service Rifle Shooting Championships
leading up to a competition if I can, so it’s
held in January, winning the New Zealand great to see the training has paid off,” says
Cavalryman’s Belt. Jason.
As well as service rifles, Jason also does
The two-day competition was held at
pistol shooting. He has had a keen interest
shooting ranges in the Wairarapa and in the military and shooting from a young
Kaitoke and involves competitors taking age but back problems curtailed any
ambition Jason had of joining the military.
part in military style target shooting with
service rifles. “It’s not a very well-known sport in New
Zealand and it’s not Olympic affiliated so
Jason has now won the championships you won’t see me competing in Rio in 2016.
twice, having first won 14 years ago in But it does take you around the country and
the world and I’ve met some interesting
2000. people from service rifle shooting,” says
LE Jason Davis bedecked with awards won at the New
Jason.
“It had been a while so it was nice to win it Zealand Service Rifle Shooting Championships.
again for sure. The belt’s a bit heavier than Jason will be part of a ten strong New
Zealand team that are heading along to
I remember it being,” says Jason. the South African Championships later in
the year, where they have been invited to
The first day of the competition was held at
compete against teams from the armed
the Wairarapa range and competitors were forces of countries such as Britain, United
required to shoot targets from 300 to 500 States, the Netherlands and Zimbabwe.
yards (274 meters – 457 meters). Day two “I’ve been to South Africa three times with
was held at Kaitoke and competitors had the New Zealand team before and so far
we’re the only civilian team in history that
to shoot at targets from 100 meters away.
has been invited to compete at the South
African Championships. The last time I was
Jason also won the Auckland
there I finished seventh out of 200 shooters
Championships, which were held in March for one competition,” says Jason.
over two days at the Clevedon and Waiuku
Express congratulates Jason on his
ranges. The day at Clevedon required success and we wish him all the best
Jason to shoot at targets from a distance for his trip to South Africa with the New The New Zealand Cavalryman’s Belt.
of 600 yards. Zealand team.
Introducing David Miller
David Miller has joined the Communications and during the Canterbury earthquakes
Team as Senior Communications Advisor, of September 2010 and February 2011
Passenger. worked with the media team at the
For the past three years, David has been emergency response HQ.
Senior Media Advisor at IRD where he “KiwiRail Scenic offers a range of unique
provided media support to the department travel experiences and Tranz Metro
including senior management and
provides essential commuter services. I’m
ministers.
looking forward to finding out more about
Originally from Christchurch, he has also the business and helping build these brands
worked for the New Zealand Manufacturers further. If you have anything you would
and Exporters Association and Environment like to discuss regarding communications,
Canterbury (Canterbury Regional Council). please don’t hesitate to contact me on ext.
While at Environment Canterbury, he 43383 or come up and see me on level 4,”
was seconded to Regional Civil Defence says David.
KiwiRail Staff Newsletter 10Renew your staff Travel Privilege Card and take a break
By now you should have received an email To access the discount, make sure you • Fill in the form making sure to:
from Payroll reminding you to renew your renew your Travel Privilege card before it 1. supply your home address
Priv Card for the year beginning 1 July
2014. expires on 30 June. 2. include the date of birth and
relationship of all of your
Priv Card Interislander rates are very Priv card low down: dependent children.
cheap and provide a great opportunity
• KiwiRail staff (and nominated ‘others’) • Email the form to payroll@kiwirail.
for all of us to grab a bit of a break and
co.nz, or fax it to 04 4983329.
experience our own product through the are entitled to year round discounted
eyes of a customer. What happens next?
travel rates of 75% off our premium
General Manager Interislander, Thomas • Applications are processed in the order
priced fares on all Interislander and they are received. One application per
Davis, says a lot of money has been spent
on two of our ships in recent years to make KiwiRail passenger services through employee, please.
the passenger accommodation something their staff Travel Privilege card. • New cards will be printed and posted
to be proud of. to the home address you’ve supplied
• To renew your card, go to the KiwiRail on the form.
“So even if you’re part of the onboard
crew why not use your Priv Card and take Intranet Useful Links site, click on • Keep using your current card until
yourself and your family on a quick, low- 30thJune 2014, then cut it up and use
Payroll, then Forms and download
cost Winter Break, and remind yourself the new one.
what a great service Interislander provides,” the ‘Application for KiwiRail Travel
Any questions? Contact Pam Heath at
Thomas says. Privileges Identification’ form. payroll@kiwirail.co.nz or xt 44618.
KiwiRail Scenic's TranzAlpine crossing Staircase Viaduct
Kaitaki's Local Heroes Bar and Cafe
11 KiwiRail Staff NewsletterCAPABILITY AND CULTURE NEWS
2014 STAFF SURVEY – STARTS NEXT WEEK
It’s nearly here. The 2014 survey will open on Friday 30th May 2014 and close on Friday 20th June 2014.
Hopefully, you have seen the posters and the articles in Express over the last few weeks. Many people will
also have seen information made available through the individual business units.
Thanks to your HR Teams and others who have been very busy over the last month or so making sure
everyone who is eligible to participate in the survey, gets the opportunity to do so. This work won’t stop for
these folks until the results have been made available to all the teams.
If you have any issues or questions, please contact your HR Advisors or contact us directly.
FLM4 2014 – GROUP 2
All draft project plans have been sent out to the relevant Exec members for sign off. Once we have these
back, they will be forwarded to the training team from Vertical Horizonz.
If you have not responded to Michelle Burton about travel bookings for the Waiouru workshop on 3 – 6
June, please do so urgently.
Forms, Instructions and other info can be found by going to http://info.trl/odt/index.php?page=2014-flm4
TOOLS OF THE TRADE – DATES FOR 2014
A total of 70 people from across the different Business Units, have attended Tools of the Trade
workshops so far in 2014. It is fantastic to see these workshops supported as a key part of our leadership
development. Two additional workshops have been requested for Palmerston North in July. There are only
two places still available for each workshop. If you would like to attend either of these workshops, please let
us know as soon as possible.
June 18-20 Wellington (Full) August 13-15 Auckland
July 16-18 Christchurch (Cancelled) September 17-19 Wellington
July 8-19 Palmerston North (2 places) October 15-17 Christchurch
July 15-17 Palmerston North (2 places) November 12-14 Wellington
For more information please contact Michelle Burton on Ext 43374, Outside line 04 498 3374,
Mobile 027 7065751 or email michelle.burton@kiwirail.co.nz or visit us on the Intranet.
http://intranet/pages/safetyandpeople.aspx
KiwiRail Staff Newsletter 12Grand Anniversaries
Congratulations to all staff celebrating an anniversary in May
Sione Posesione Track Worker I&E Westfield 3 May 2014 10
Towai Manuel Track Ganger I&E Palmerston 3 May 2014 10
Willis Tukerangi Track Maintainer I&E Westfield 3 May 2014 10
Inoke Kalauta Signals Maintainer I&E Westfield 3 May 2014 10
Te Huia Rameka Senior Track Machine Operator I&E Palmerston 3 May 2014 10
Mel Hunia Track Worker I&E Westfield 3 May 2014 10
Kevin Anderson Locomotive Engineer Freight Wellington 10 May 10
Rebecca Hauck Rail Operator Freight Dunedin 10 May 10
Frank Trinidad Locomotive Engineer Passenger Upper Hutt 10 May 10
Leighton Hunt Locomotive Engineer Freight Whareroa 12 May 10
Mike Cunningham Rail Operator Freight Middleton 16 May 10
Paul Wolland Rail Operator Freight Dunedin 16 May 10
Jack Stewart Rail Operator Freight Greymouth 17 May 10
Stephen Pawson Track Maintainer I&E Palmerston 17 May 10
Darren Fisk Senior Track Maintainer I&E Palmerston 18 May 10
Garrett Mechanical Engineer Freight Hutt Workshops 24 May 10
Adrian Hopwood Leading Hand Signals I&E Timaru 24 May 10
Tavita Otto Mechanical Engineer Freight Westfield 25 May 10
Andrew Parke Inventory Controller Freight Linwood 31 May 10
John Burns Team Leader Locomotive Freight Wellington 31 May 10
Bryce Trewoon On Board Services Supervisor Interislander Featherston 18 May 20
Dennis Taffard Mechanical Engineer Freight Whangarei 23 May 20
Henare Te Customer Service Interislander Picton 30 May 20
Philip Bosworth Team Leader Freight Hutt Workshops 9 May 2014 20
Lorraine Tamanui Administration Support I&E WRS 21 May 30
Robin Simmons Team Lead Loco Engineer Freight Palmerston 1 May 2014 40
Bruce McKinlay Network Co-ordinator I&E WRS 1 May 2014 40
Micky Duncan Rail Operator Freight Westport 6 May 2014 40
Ross Gledhill Ferry Terminal Operator Interislander Picton 13 May 40
Wayne Stewart Area Manager I&E Hamilton 15 May 40
Lifa Tamahaga Train Examiner Maintainance Freight Westfield 22 May 40
Mike Taylor Track Ganger I&E Mina 23 May 40
13 KiwiRail Staff NewsletterVacancies
KiwiRail has over 4,000 staff employed in various roles throughout New Zealand.
Full position descriptions of all roles are available online. To apply for these vacancies please submit your CV
and covering letter to http://careers.kiwirail.co.nz/home
If you would like to get in touch and find out more details about a role, please contact Jessica on 09 363 7353
or Kath on 04 474 2336 at the KiwiRail Recruitment Centre, or email us at careers@kiwirail.co.nz.
Corporate
TECHNICAL ENGINEER – VOICE AND INCIDENT MANAGER – ICT SERVICE
DATA DELIVERY
Ref 2515 - Closes 1 June 2014
Ref 2486 - Closes 27 May 2014
Our Service Delivery Team provides a wide range of IT
Our Information and Communications Technology (ICT) group infrastructure/applications and support services as a shared
now have a vacancy within the Voice and Data team for a service to the KiwiRail Group. As the Incident Manager, you
will be responsible for providing leadership and direction to the
Technical Engineer - Voice and Data
KiwiRail ICT Service Desk and ensure the success of the overall
In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the day to ICT Incident Management process.
day operations within the Voice and Data Team. This includes This is a busy and challenging environment where you will play
assisting in project work, break/fix, changes and maintenance a critical role.
tasks associated with the Data network and Voice application. Key Accountabilities:
Key to your success will be: • Fostering a close working relationship with the other
departments within ICT and engage.
• Proven experience in Cisco networking • Managing relationships with key stakeholders within the
• Strong routing and switching Expertise in WAN and Telco various business units
• Capturing and understanding the businesses infrastructure
• Exceptional troubleshooting skills
requirements and providing regular reporting on such
• Experience in Firewall technology requirements.
• An education with CCNP, CCIE, CCNA Voice • On-site escalation and support to ICT
• Monitoring, reporting and process improvement
It will be advantageous to have familiarity with Cisco security
You will have a strong background in IT with a proven track
solution, Cisco IPT & IPCC Express (VoIP), and VMWare record of managing a service desk or service delivery function
experience. Technical Design for Voice / Data platforms and within an ITIL-grounded, enterprise level organisation. You will
services (incl. Technical Specs etc) would also be preferable. have developed strong people leadership skills, and have a
proven ability to get the best out of your team.
Strong interpersonal skills are a must. You will need to have
You be an analytical thinker with strong problem solving skills.
the ability to quickly build constructive relationships across the You will be customer focused and your excellent communication
business. skills will allow you to work across a diverse range of people.
KiwiRail Staff Newsletter 14Freight
CONTAINER TERMINAL OPERATOR – Key to your success will be:
• A genuine interest in Supply Chain
CHRISTCHURCH
• Working experience using SAP or similar ERP system
Ref 1964 - Closes 26 May 2014
• Advanced skills in the MS Office Suite, particularly Excel
This is a driving role that will have you loading and unloading • An analytical mind
wagons and trucks and include Reefer duties as well. You • Excellent communication skills
will operate in and around heavy machinery in our terminal • Experience working within supply logistics, warehousing, or
environment as a Forkhoist Operator. All ground based roles are an IT environment
learnt pre-driving. • Experience in master data management is advantageous
Your background will include solid driving experience and Strong interpersonal skills are a must. You will need to have
reasonable hours operating a Forkhoist with an emphasis on the ability to quickly build constructive relationships across the
following procedures and being able to work in safe manner at business. You will be joining a small and supportive team.
all times. It is essential for this role that you hold a Full Clean
NZ Drivers Licence (Class 1) and a Class 2 (Heavy Traffic)
CONTAINER TERMINAL OPERATOR –
with your F endorsement. A Dangerous Good Certificate/OSH
would also be preferred. Other key skills you will need are good TIMARU
communication, ability to understand and follow procedures and Ref 2451 - Closes 1 June 2014
the ability to work well with others.
We have a vacancy for a Container Terminal Operator. This is
This role will require weekend and rotational hours with penal a driving role that will have you loading and unloading wagons
rates applicable for set times. and trucks and include Reefer duties as well. You will operate in
and around heavy machinery in our terminal environment as a
MASTER DATA MANAGEMENT ANALYST –
Forkhoist Operator.
KIWIRAIL FREIGHT INVENTORY
Your background will include solid driving experience and
Ref 2499 - Closes 27 May 2014
reasonable hours operating a Forkhoist with an emphasis on
We have an opportunity for a Master Data Management Analyst following procedures and being able to work in safe manner at
to join our Freight-Business Delivery Inventory team, based in all times. It is essential for this role that you hold a Full Clean
Lower Hutt. NZ Drivers Licence (Class 1) and a Class 2 (Heavy Traffic)
KiwiRail is the backbone of New Zealand’s integrated transport with your F endorsement. A Dangerous Good Certificate/OSH
network. We employ more than 4,000 people throughout New would also be preferred. Other key skills you will need are good
Zealand operating Rail and Ferry services. communication, ability to understand and follow procedures and
Your key responsibilities in this role will be to provide accurate the ability to work well with others.
inventory and purchasing data, in addition to reporting, planning, Kiwirail is a great place to work. We offer access to discounted
administration and coordinating activities with various KiwiRail travel, insurance and other benefits to their staff along with
Business units. You will work to meet the needs of internal training and study assistance programmes. This role will require
customers and support the company operations and service weekend and rotational hours with penal rates applicable for set
objectives of KiwiRail Freight Inventory. times.
15 KiwiRail Staff NewsletterLINEHAUL LOGISTICS COORDINATOR meet deadlines.
(STOW PLAN), AUCKLAND Your lateral thinking and problem solving abilities will be
complemented by the proactive approach you take to this role
Ref 2404 - Closes 29 May 2014
and your ability to manage many things on the go at once. You
You will be primarily responsible for co-ordinating the allocation will be computer literate and a fast learner.
of customer freight (tonnage) on the correct KiwiRail freight In addition, you will be a team player, and will not hesitate to
services at the correct service times. In addition you will liaise assist members of your team with their day-to-day tasks. You will
closely with internal customers, seeking and providing operational have excellent communication and telephony skills and adapt to
information to field staff in a timely, effective and professional change with ease.
manner. You will possess an ability to assess the customer’s needs and
Additional to this, you will be responsible for monitoring mainline plan ahead, taking into consideration all operational constraints.
freight trains running within the system, auditing system You will have highly developed attention to detail and a passion
information, and reporting any change in train make up within the for continuous process improvement.
relevant system. You must be able to establish working relationships with a
In order to succeed in this role you will build and maintain strong diverse range of people and a professional approach is expected
customer and staff relationships, develop an understanding of at all times.
company processes, set priorities, work well under pressure and Please note this is a 24/7 full rostered shift.
Infrastructure & Engineering
LEADING HAND TRACK MAINTAINER – Being in sole charge, this role needs someone to take ownership
of the stores, the stock and supply. Heavy lifting and some
BLENHEIM
outside work will also be part of the duties. In addition, you will
Ref 2526 - Closes 30 May 2014 be responsible for ensuring that the stock is stored accurately,
• Welding qualification - a huge advantage! that returned items are controlled and managed, as well as
• Some travel required. completing purchasing. Ensuring that stock is readily available
• Essential qualifications: ITD and Level C successful and accounted for is critical, as is managing costs and maintaining
completed high standards of Health and Safety at all times. Experience
Working as part of the team, the Leading Structures Maintainer is in SAP or inventory packages will be a huge advantage. Thank
responsible for leading and supervising a work group to ensure you to those already applied, you will not need to re submit your
the efficient operation, to achieve structures maintenance, repair application.
and renewal work both planned and unplanned, in a timely and
cost effective manner. Ensure work is carried out in a way which
complies with all KIWIRAIL quality, safety and engineering
FIELD ENGINEER – GREYMOUTH
standards Ref 2443 - Closes 6 June 2014
Your welding qualification and experience will guarantee our Based in Greymouth this role involves the provision of technical,
interest. field and administrative support to the Area Manager in relation
to the maintenance, asset renewal major incidents and capital
INVENTORY SUPERVISOR – DUNEDIN works. A full description is on line, however tertiary education
in the engineering discipline is essential and some years’
(Re advertised)
experience in a similar role is required. Travel may be part of the
Ref 2427a- Closes 6 June 2014 role and therefore flexibility of working locations within the area
Dunedin based however some travel may be required is part of the responsibilities.
KiwiRail Staff Newsletter 16SENIOR TRACK MAINTAINER – SIGNAL BOX CONTROLLER –
GREYMOUTH WELLINGTON
Ref 2497 - Closes 30 May 2014
Ref 2446 - Close 30 May 2014
Signal Box Controllers provide for the safe and expedient
• Limited travel involvement movement of trains and other rail vehicles running on the
• Monday – Friday with some weekend work if necessary network through the application of rules and procedures, and
decision making, while providing for the safety of maintenance
As a member of a KiwiRail maintenance team, you would be
work groups on the rail corridor.
required to work efficiently in a team environment to carry
Responsibilities include liaising with Train Control about
maintenance, repairs, or renewals of the infrastructure asset. movements on the corridor through the Signal Box territory;
Under the supervision and direction of the Track Ganger the ensuring local movements are consistent with the overall network
plan, and recording/reporting service and safety information
team is responsible for carrying out maintenance in a timely and
including timekeeping and incidents to Train Control.
cost effective manner through the application of appropriate work
The role requires the learning of operations for the different
methods Signal Boxes throughout the region. Full PD online
Ideally you will have track qualifications; however a Class 1
licence is essential. This is physically demanding and experience SIGNALS LINE MECHANIC –
in shift work is a big advantage
CHRISTCHURCH
Ref 2482 - Closes 30 May 2014
INVENTORY SUPERVISOR – GREYMOUTH Responsible for the day to day operations of all Signalling Line
systems and the equipment, you will be working within a team
(Re advertised)
of dedicated maintainers with responsibility of installations,
Ref 2458 - Closes 06 June 2014 restorations and repairs of line components. This would include
poles, isolators, insulators and overhead wiring and associated
Greymouth based however some travel may be required underground cabling. Past experience in electrical work or a
qualification in this field would be a huge advantage.
Being in sole charge, this role needs someone to take ownership
of the stores, the stock and supply. Heavy lifting and some
outside work will also be part of the duties. In addition, you will TRACK MAINTAINER – CHRISTCHURCH
be responsible for ensuring that the stock is stored accurately, Ref 2487a - Closes 6 June 2014
that returned items are controlled and managed, as well as As a member of a KiwiRail maintenance team, you would be
completing purchasing. Ensuring that stock is readily available required to work efficiently in a team environment to carry
and accounted for is critical, as is managing costs and maintaining maintenance, repairs, or renewals of the infrastructure asset.
high standards of Health and Safety at all times. Experience Under the supervision and direction of the Track Ganger the
in SAP or inventory packages will be a huge advantage. Thank team is responsible for carrying out maintenance in a timely and
cost effective manner through the application of appropriate work
you to those already applied, you will not need to re submit your
methods
application.
Ideally you will have track qualifications; however a Class 1
licence is essential. This is physically demanding and experience
in shift work is a big advantage
SENIOR TRACK MAINTAINER –
RENEWALS GANG (GREYMOUTH)
TRACK WORKER
Ref 2474 - Closes 30 May 2014 (RENEWALS CHRISTCHURCH)
As a member of KiwiRail’s maintenance team, you would be Ref 2525 - Closes 6 June
required to work efficiently in a team environment to carry out As a member of a KiwiRail maintenance team, you would
maintenance, repairs, or renewals of the infrastructure asset. be required to work efficiently in a team environment to carry
maintenance, repairs, or renewals of the infrastructure asset.
Under the direction of the Track Renewals Ganger the team is
Under the supervision and direction of the Renewals Track
responsible for carrying out maintenance in a timely and cost
Ganger the team is responsible for carrying out maintenance
effective manner through the application of appropriate work in a timely and cost effective manner through the application of
methods. Full PD online appropriate work methods. Full PD online.
17 KiwiRail Staff NewsletterInterislander
MASTERS THIRD OFFICER ENGINEER
Ref 2420 - Closes 4 June 2014 Ref 2501 - Closes 4 June 2014
Third Officer Engineers carry out watch keeping duties as well as
The Master is in charge of the entire vessel and is Interislander’s
maintenance of the ship’s machinery, equipment and structure
senior representative on board. They have overall responsibility as directed by the Chief or First Officer Engineer.
for the safe and efficient operation of the vessel including cargo All applicants shall have:
and passenger operation, navigation, crew management and • Marine Engineer Class 3 Certificate of Competency (MEC3)
ensuring that the vessel complies with all statutory and local • Certificate of Competency in accordance with STCW – III/1
Regulations applicable to the ship both at sea and in the harbour. • Have had at least 12 months experience in a watch keeping
role
All applicants shall have:
Base salary is $92,963, plus additional allowances and payments.
• A current STCW-95 II/2 Masters Certificate of Competency 11% employer superannuation contribution available.
with a current sea going licence recognised, or capable of
being recognised, by Maritime New Zealand. SECOND OFFICER ENGINEER
• Demonstrate experience in roll-on-roll-off passenger ferry Ref 2286 - Closes 4 June 2014
operations and proven experience in the role. Second Officer Engineers carry out watch keeping duties as well
• Be trained, or are capable of being trained to a high level of as maintenance of the ship’s machinery, equipment and structure
ship handling competency. as directed by the Chief or First Officer Engineer.
• Hold, or be capable of obtaining, Pilot Exemptions for the All applicants shall have:
ports of Wellington and Picton (including Marlborough • Marine Engineer Class 2 Certificate of Competency (MEC2)
Sounds), and any other ports as designated from time to • Certificate of Competency in accordance with STCW III/2
• Relevant Engine room experience
time.
Base salary $97,441 plus additional allowances and payments.
Base salary of $145,362 plus additional allowances and 11% employer superannuation contribution available.
payments. 11% employer superannuation contribution available.
FERRY TERMINAL OPERATORS
THIRD MATE Ref 2539 - Closes 4 June 2014
Ref 2500 - Closes 4 June 2014 • Based at the Picton Ferry Terminal
• Permanent role
The Third Mate will plan and supervise the loading and • Minimum 40 hours per fortnight
discharging operations of the ship as well as be responsible for • Generous hourly rate including penal rates
the safe navigation of the vessel while on watch. Interislander is Joining our established team you will assist us with the
operational and customer service aspects of turning the iconic
seeking applications for the position of Third Mate
Interislander ferries around. A variety of tasks ensure a changing
All applicants shall have: work environment. Our Ferry Terminal Operators gain training
in operating gangways, rail and road spans to ships, as well as
• A second mate foreign going Certificate of Competency (with ships securing lines and luggage handling.
RORO endorsement) SCTW A-II/1 The position involves shift work, Monday to Sunday, with the
• A minimum of 1 years’ experience in roll-on-roll-off shifts being 8-10 hours in duration. Our rosters are posted in
passenger ferry is desirable. advance but you would be a flexible person providing support
to members of the team that are on holiday or away on sick
Base salary is $92,963 (LOB) or $94,672 (WOWO) plus additional leave. Progress to fulltime employment as vacancies arise is a
allowances and payments. 11% employer superannuation possibility for the right candidate, (should full time be of interest).
contribution available. If you are physically fit, safety conscious, customer service
focused and believe in going the extra mile then this will be the
Roles will be either Live on board or Walk on Walk Off. Both fixed role for you. Holding a Class 2 Driver Licence is a requirement
term and permanent positions available. of the position.
KiwiRail Staff Newsletter 18Passenger
CATERING LOADER, SCENIC JOURNEYS work in New Zealand for a minimum of 2 years - and at this stage
no sponsorship or relocation costs are offered.
Ref 2559 - Closes 30 May 2014
• This is a fixed term role until 21st September 2014
• 10 hours per week (Saturday and Sunday evenings)
CUSTOMER SERVICE STARS (AKA
• Christchurch PASSENGER OPERATOR)
Scenic Journeys is dedicated to achieving consistently high Ref 2552 – Closes 3 June 2014
standards throughout all levels and in all areas of the business.
Our Customer Service Stars (aka Passenger Operators) are
We pride ourselves on offering an experience, not just being a passionate, proud and dedicated people who love the challenge
mode of transport. We provide all our customers with efficient, of working in an industry where customer service is the priority.
friendly and comprehensive services and are motivated to see
We are looking for top class Customer Service Stars to join us.
the rail travel experience being a ‘must-do’ activity for domestic
First and foremost you will enjoy providing exceptional customer
and international travellers alike.
service in a role where no day is ever the same. You will collect
The role of catering loader is essential in ensuring our customers train fares and provide customers with information about our
have a great experience. Your main responsibilities will be to services and the Wellington region.
ensure that all foodstuffs, and beverages are loaded onto
This unique roles offers variety, challenges and a workplace like
services, stock is rotated, and records are kept accurately.
no other. We promote a fun and diverse work environment with
You’ll need to comply with the requirements of the Food Safety
lots of career opportunities. You will need to bring an excellent
standards and care around food handling. This role will require
attitude, a strong work ethic, and a winning personality - we want
you to be fit since lifting of stock is required. You will also need
you to have fun. Your personal presentation is critical.
to be diligent, reliable, hardworking, and motivated. You will be
available every Saturday and Sunday, from 5.30pm to 10.30pm. We are looking for:
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
TRAIN MANAGER / RELIEF ONBOARD • Excellent cash handling
SERVICE MANAGER • A genuine interest to work in a team environment
Ref 2537 – Closes 9 June 2014 • A calm demeanour especially under pressure and enjoy a
challenge
KiwiRail’s Scenic Journeys provides world class rail experiences • A professional appearance and behaviour
and aims to be a natural choice for international and New
Zealand travellers.As a Train Manager and Relief On-board This role is part-time Monday - Friday and you will either be
permanently on morning shifts or permanently on afternoon/early
Service Manager you will provide prompt, willing and professional
evening shifts. Please note, whatever the shift, you must have a
service to ensure all customers enjoy an exceptional on-board
10 hour rest period beforehand.
experience, strengthening the brand of Kiwirail Scenic Journeys.
Approximate shift timings:
You will be responsible for providing the safe movement and
operation of the train, care of passengers, handling of luggage • Morning: 0530 - 1230
and revenue collection and others duties as required. When • Afternoon/evening: 1300 - 1930
acting as relief On-Board Service Manager you will provide on The pay rate for this role is $16.44 per hour.
board leadership and supervision to the on-board service team
KiwiRail offers benefits that include discounted travel with Tranz
ensuring everyone works together to deliver that exceptional
Metro, Scenic Journeys and Interislander. There is opportunity to
travel experience to our customers.
join the Staff Welfare Trust which offers assistance and benefits
If you are passionate about NZ tourism, and about delivering a for KiwiRail staff, such as access to holiday homes across NZ
customer experience like no other, then we want to hear from and medical plans. For more details, you can visit the Staff
you. You’ll need to be physically fit, have a very high standard Welfare Trust website at http://www.nzrwelfare.co.nz/
of personal presentation, and take pride in your work. Previous Please note KiwiRail is an Alcohol and Drug Free Work Place;
experience in customer service is a must, and a pro-active, can pre-employment testing is part of our recruitment process. As
do attitude is essential. this is a safety critical role, a medical is also mandatory.
Please note KiwiRail is an Alcohol and Drug Free Work Place; This invite extends to candidates who currently have the right to
pre-employment testing is part of our recruitment process. work in New Zealand for a minimum of 2 years - and at this stage
This invite extends to candidates who currently have the right to no sponsorship or relocation costs are offered.
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