Application Process & Interviews at KiwiRail

Recorded interview, then online interview.

Submit CV and cover letter, one-way interviews, online interview, job offer, pre-employment checks, sign contract.

I completed a video interview (recording myself answering various questions), and then a Zoom interview.

The process and assessments were professional, advanced, and clear.

Applied online, attended the Interview

The overall process of the interview was for the interviewers to learn who you are as a character and whether you fit in with the work culture and ideas.

Very responsive along the process and personal interview

I had an online pre-recorded interview, then a face-to-face interview, and then later on a physical exam.

Straightforward, what is being assessed is communicated clearly to the candidate.

To the best of my recollection, the interview process consisted of 3 main elements. After sending through a CV and cover letter, a pre-recorded interview, a formal interview with the head of environment, 2 representatives from Zero Harm and one of the environmental Advisors working in projects. This took place over video as I was unable to be there in person. After this interview there was a less formal, personality-based interview.

Typical questions such as about my background, my interest in the business sector, and so on.

Safety related questions, about team development.

Situational questions that determine how you handle these scenarios and how you would react.

The usual questions about my experiences and how I would handle a variety of situations.

Pre recorded interview: Why would I like to work for KR. Formal interview: Give an example of a time when I had to consider health and safety. Did I speak out when something was not right? Why do you want to work for Kiwirail?

Do you research on the company. Have a few themes and examples ready. Ask a lot of questions - You're interviewing them too.

Be yourself because the whole point of the interview is to determine whether you fit well with the crew and whether your work ethic and character is capable of being exposed to the work culture and vision.

Ensure you know the purpose of the company and future direction.

Do your research on KiwiRail, learn about the company and be ready to ask and answer questions about the business. Also, take note of the different experiences you've had in life and previous jobs. Make sure you're confident and ready to answer the questions directly and confidently.

Do your research, learn about the company as much as you can and how it's related to the role you're applying for.