KiwiRail Graduate Programme - Interislander

Summary about this job

Detail information about job KiwiRail Graduate Programme - Interislander. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Inspiring and ambitious graduates wanted!
• Guaranteed permanent position on successful completion of the programme
• $55k starting salary with 6 monthly remuneration reviews

At the core of our successes are our people. We have a strong team of 3400 across the country who genuinely care about creating a NZ that's even better tomorrow than it is today. If you crave being a part of something meaningful and want to make a difference in New Zealand, then come start a career in an organisation that has a proud history but an even more exciting future!

We are looking for energetic, ambitious and talented graduates who are the next generation of influential and inspiring leaders.

So, who are we?

Interislander has been creating New Zealand's most remembered journeys since 1962, with over 36 million people travelling on our ships between the North and South Islands during the past 54 years. Interislander is not just a Cook Strait ferry service but an iconic New Zealand experience for domestic and international travellers alike.

What are we offering?

• An exciting and comprehensive two year programme which will see you pushed out of your comfort zone and growing toward your full potential
• A guaranteed permanent position upon successful completion of the programme
• $55k starting salary with 6 monthly remuneration reviews
• Senior management mentoring and a buddy from within the business
• An opportunity to get a wealth of experience within a Union focussed environment
• 5 weeks annual leave and a host of other great benefits and rewards

Why a career with the Interislander?

The Interislander is recognised as "one of the most beautiful ferry journeys in the world". As a result, our iconic fleet of white ships have become a "must-do" experience for both international and domestic tourists and travellers and attracts over 800,000 passengers, 200,000 cars, 20,000 rail wagonsand 60,000 trucks a year

We're offering an exciting opportunity for a graduate to experience what we do from head to toe. This is a fantastic gateway to a career in a proud and hands-on environment. We are looking for adaptable, practical and enthusiastic graduates who want to get involved in every aspect of this dynamic industry right from the running of the engine room through to sales and tourism campaigns

What will I need?

• You don't need to have a specific degree background but you must be comfortable working in a practical and operational environment.
• A passion or interest for Hospitality, Sales and Tourism would also be advantageous
• Have graduated recently (within the last two years) or be graduating this year with a degree
• Be safety conscious….(high risk/hazardous environment)
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships quickly and effectively
• Be curious, practical and innovative and be a fantastic team player
• Must be a New Zealand Citizen or Resident

! Start your voyage with Interislander today! Apply now for an exciting career within Interislander and Kiwirail

All applications must be made online via the KiwiRail careers site. Please note that successful applicants will be required to commence their employment in the 4th February 2019.

Applications close 5pm 20th August 2018