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Today, we are transforming our services and infrastructure to meet future needs and create lasting economic, social, and environmental value.\nOur people work together to build stronger connections and a better future for New Zealand. Safety, health, and wellbeing are our top priorities, and we value the contribution everyone makes to our shared success.\nHe whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the role:\nAs Supply Planner - Infrastructure, you will bring together infrastructure demand, capacity, asset, maintenance, and project plans to create a clear, integrated view of supply.\nBased in our Integrated Delivery Planning & Performance team, you will lead the Infrastructure Supply Review, helping KiwiRail understand whether infrastructure capacity can meet business demand over the next four to 36 months.\nYou will embed our Integrated Business Planning (IBP) framework across Infrastructure, establish consistent planning processes, and work with teams to identify constraints, manage risks, and improve delivery readiness.\nShape integrated infrastructure planning by leading the monthly Infrastructure Supply Review and connecting demand, capacity, and delivery plans.\nImprove visibility and manage risk by identifying capacity constraints, critical asset risks, and Block of Line requirements to support reliable delivery.\nBuild collaboration and better decisions by embedding planning frameworks, strengthening data quality, and aligning stakeholders around a trusted supply plan.\nNgā pukenga e rapu nei mātou | What you will bring:\nYou will bring relevant planning experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to turn complex information into practical actions.\nWe are looking for someone with:\nAt least five years' experience in supply, demand, or capacity planning within an Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) environment, including embedding planning frameworks.\nStrong analytical and data-modelling skills, including proficiency in Excel and Power BI.\nWorking knowledge of Maximo or equivalent asset management systems, alongside an understanding of infrastructure delivery and rail operations.\nThe ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and bring structure to complex or changing situations.\nRelevant post-tertiary education in supply chain, planning, engineering, commerce, or analytics, or equivalent experience.\nNōu te rourou | What’s in it for you:\nJoin KiwiRail at an important stage in our transformation, where your work will help shape how infrastructure supply supports our future services.\nYou will collaborate with teams across Infrastructure, Asset Management, Network Integration, Operations, and Finance. Your contribution will help improve planning, resource use, delivery readiness, and business performance.\nYou will also have opportunities to develop your planning expertise, influence better decisions, and contribute to a transport network that supports communities and businesses throughout Aotearoa.\nKua rite, kia rite | Ready to Make a Difference?\nf you enjoy connecting information, solving planning challenges, and bringing people together around shared goals, we would like to hear from you.\nApply to join KiwiRail as Supply Planner - Infrastructure and help build a more connected, reliable, and sustainable future for New Zealand.\nKiwiRail is committed to an inclusive workplace where people feel respected and supported. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.\nMe pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply\nSubmit your CV and cover letter online. 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