Health and Safety/Environmental Graduate Programme null

Kia ora,

We have a vision for a bigger, bolder role for rail and we're looking for energetic, ambitious, and talented students who genuinely care about creating stronger connections, for a better New Zealand. It’s a pivotal time to join our organisation and we're searching for our next generation of influential and inspiring leaders to develop with us.

We are looking for a graduate to join our amazing Zero Harm team and to support KiwiRail in their vision to become the leading health and safety organisation in New Zealand. The role is open to multiple locations - Christchurch, Auckland or Wellington.

What are we offering? 

• An exciting and comprehensive 2- year rotational programme which will see you growing toward your full potential
• Competitive starting salary, to be regularly reviewed
• A full business induction including meeting key manager and visiting KiwiRail sites across Aotearoa
• Senior management mentoring and a buddy from within the business
• 5 weeks annual leave and a host of other great benefits and rewards

What you’ll do

As a Graduate Zero Harm you are working with the team towards one of KiwiRail’s core company values - “Care & Protect”. The concept of Zero Harm starts with our people. We want all our people and the public to go home safe to their families every day.

• Assist with project work as determined by your manager relating to your qualification, based on the needs of the business
• Provide generalist support in the delivery of projects and professional assignments
• Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the team to assist with project concepts, design, and implementation
• Take part in development days and training with the other graduates in your cohort

What you’ll need

• A degree or diploma in H&S or in environmental science
• To have recently graduated (within the last two years) or be graduating this year with a degree
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships quickly and effectively
• A curious, proactive, and innovative mindset
• Must be a New Zealand Citizen or Resident

We are also keen to hear from graduates with backgrounds in HR, Occupational osteopathy/physiotherapy/psychology or law who are interested in growing a career in people and environmental safety.

To find out more about the KiwiRail Graduate Programme and to read what our graduates have to say about it, visit our career site.

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.

All applications must be made online via the KiwiRail Careers site. Please note that successful applicants will be required to commence their employment for 26th February 2025. Applications are also open to current employees.

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