Job Description

• Position located in Wellington
• Career development and growth opportunities
• 24 Month fixed-term contract, full-time (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday)

He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the role:

We're looking for an experienced ICT Project Manager to join our Portfolio Governance and Assurance team on a fixed-term, two-year contract.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering technology initiatives that support KiwiRail's transformation programme. KiwiRail is in a phase of significant transformation to modernise and grow our rail and Interislander ferry services in Aotearoa. The successful applicant will play a pivotal role in planning, executing, and delivering the technology-driven projects that enable this. You will ensure that ICT projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget, aligning to KiwiRail’s strategic goals. Critical to the success of this role is the ability to cultivate and maintain effective working relationships across a wide variety of business and technical stakeholders to ensure the delivery of successful outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Defining project scope, objectives, budgets, schedules, and deliverables
• Developing business cases and engaging stakeholders to support project outcomes
• Engaging with business owners and teams to ensure business problem or opportunity is fully defined.
• Leading project teams, vendors, business SMEs, and technical specialists
• Managing project risks, issues, dependencies, and governance requirements
• Monitoring project budgets and ensuring effective financial management
• Providing regular reporting and project updates to senior leaders and stakeholders
• Ensuring quality outcomes through testing, reviews, and delivery assurance processes
• Driving continuous improvement and lessons learned across project delivery
• Supporting the successful delivery of KiwiRail's ICT and business transformation initiatives

Ngā pukenga e rapu nei mātou | What you will bring:

We are looking for a highly capable project professional with proven experience delivering complex enterprise technology projects.

You will bring:

• Extensive experience (8+ years) delivering enterprise ICT projects end-to-end
• Working within a 24*7 highly operational transport business is advantageous
• Strong knowledge of project methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2, PMP)
• Proven ability managing scope, budgets, timelines, resources, and risks
• Commercial acumen with the ability to align technology to business outcomes
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills
• Experience working with vendors and cross-functional teams including other business units and SMEs
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills

Additionally, it would be advantageous to have:

• Experience in transport, infrastructure, utilities, or 24/7 operational environments
• Exposure to multiple delivery methodologies and tools such as Jira
• Understanding of change management and transformation programmes
• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience
• Project management certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, Agile)

Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for you:

• Competitive salary plus 4% employer KiwiSaver contribution
• Staff discount southern cross medical insurance
• A wide range of discounts at retail partners
• Discounted staff travel Access to join NZ Rail Staff Welfare Trust where you will enjoy a range of benefits including access to holiday homes across New Zealand, as well as support for optometry, physiotherapy, GP services, and prescription costs
• Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace dedicated to innovation, sustainability and community impact

Kua rite, kia rite | Ready to make a difference?

Joining KiwiRail means contributing to a safer, stronger, better-connected Aotearoa. If you are ready to build your career and be part of the team that keeps New Zealand moving, apply today.

Applications close: 3 July 2026 (unless filled sooner)

Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen

Applicants must hold New Zealand residency or citizenship

KiwiRail is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunity to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences because together, we’re stronger.