CRL Day One Readiness Project Manager - Train Operations

Auckland One Rail (AOR) is seeking a strategic and collaborative Project Manager to drive operational readiness for the Day 1 launch of the City Rail Link (CRL) timetable. This role bridges project delivery and business-as-usual operations, ensuring crew procedures, service planning, and performance standards are aligned and ready. If you have what it takes to lead operational readiness for Auckland's most transformative rail timetable launch, apply today.

This is a fixed term contract through to the end of June, 2026.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead change management and readiness planning across train operations.

• Act as the key liaison between delivery teams and operational staff.
• Align business processes with new operational procedures and standards.
• Engage with unions (RMTU) and internal stakeholders to support smooth transitions.
• Monitor readiness metrics and report progress to senior leadership.

Requirements

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience in rail operations, project delivery, or change management.

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including union collaboration.
• Excellent planning, communication, and risk management capabilities.
• Ability to work across office and operational environments.

Benefits

• Free Train Travel: Enjoy complimentary train travel on Auckland passenger trains.
• Travel Discount: Nominate a person and up to 3 dependents for train travel discounts.
• NZ Railways Trust Membership: Benefit from discounted holiday accommodation and medical perks.