Asset Engineer Upper SI

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KiwiRail is hiring an Asset Engineer – Upper South Island in Christchurch, a permanent full-time onsite role leading a team of Field Asset Engineers and inspectors to keep the network reliable and safe across its lifecycle. You’ll oversee maintenance planning, performance monitoring and technical advice to ensure assets are fit for purpose and compliant with national standards, collaborating with regional teams and national specialists to translate data into action. Ideal candidates hold a tertiary engineering degree (civil or structural preferred) with asset management or project engineering experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and a safety focus; familiarity with SAP or Maximo is desirable. Benefits include a competitive salary, professional development, meaningful projects and clear career growth. To apply, submit your CV and cover letter online, tailoring examples of asset lifecycle successes and safety outcomes; apps close 8 March 2026 or sooner if filled; current KiwiRail employees should apply via their internal profile.

Asset Engineer – Upper South Island

• Keep New Zealand on track – one asset at a time.
• Permanent full-time role, based in Christchurch
• Support the reliability and safety of KiwiRail’s network

Position Description 

He kōrero mō mātou | About us

At KiwiRail, we're committed to keeping New Zealand connected – safely, efficiently, and sustainably. Our national rail network is an essential part of the country’s infrastructure, supporting economic growth and community wellbeing. We’re a team that values collaboration, innovation, and pride in our work. Join us and help shape the future of rail for Aotearoa.

He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the role

As the Upper South Island Asset Engineer, you'll lead a team of Field Asset Engineers and inspectors to support the reliability and safety of KiwiRail’s network by managing infrastructure assets across their lifecycle. From maintenance planning to performance monitoring and technical advice, you'll ensure our assets are fit for purpose and compliant with national standards. Your work will help minimise risk and maximise service delivery, making rail safer and more resilient for everyone.

Working closely with regional teams and national specialists, you'll be part of a collaborative environment where data, insights, and proactive engineering make a real difference.

Ngā pukenga e rapu nei mātou | What you will bring

We’re looking for someone who is proactive, analytical, and passionate about engineering and asset performance. You will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in engineering (preferably civil, structural, or related discipline)
• Experience in asset management, infrastructure, or project engineering
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements
• Familiarity with asset data systems (e.g., SAP, Maximo) is desirable

Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for you

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Work on meaningful projects that shape the future of New Zealand’s transport network
• Supportive, inclusive workplace culture with a focus on wellbeing
• Opportunities to grow your career within a national organisation

Kua rite, kia rite | Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're passionate about engineering and want to play a vital role in New Zealand’s transport future, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join a team that’s helping to keep New Zealand moving – sustainably, safely, and smartly.

All aboard for a rewarding career with KiwiRail!

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Submit your CV and cover letter online. If you’re a current KiwiRail employee, please apply using your internal profile.

Rā aukati | Applications close: 8th March 2026 (or sooner if filled)