Junior Business Insight Analyst - Auckland

• Position located in Auckland  

• Career development and growth opportunities 

• Full Time - Permanent (40 Hours per week Monday – Friday) 

Position Description  

He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the role: 

As a Junior Business Insight Analyst, you will play a key role in turning data into actionable insights that support informed decision-making across KiwiRail. 

Working as part of the Business Information team, you will collaborate with stakeholders to understand business challenges, uncover opportunities, and deliver meaningful reporting and analysis to enhance performance. You’ll engage with a variety of data sources and tools while contributing to the development of dashboards, reports, and business intelligence solutions that add value to the organisation. 

This role is well suited to someone looking to grow their career in business intelligence, analytics, and stakeholder engagement within a large and complex environment. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Design, develop, and maintain reports, dashboards, and BI solutions  

• Analyse data and provide clear insights and recommendations  

• Deliver both regular and ad hoc reporting  

• Partner with stakeholders to understand business requirements  

• Support business analysis and problem-solving initiatives  

• Assist with data quality, cleansing, and governance processes  

• Contribute to BI projects and continuous improvement initiatives  

• Provide clear commentary to help stakeholders interpret business performance 


• Manage and Administer Support requests via JIRA Incident Management 

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

We’re looking for a curious and analytical individual with a passion for data and solving business problems. You will bring: 

• Around 2+ years’ experience in business intelligence, analytics, reporting, or a related field 

• Proven experience developing reports and dashboards using Power BI (or similar data visualisation tools) 

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Commerce, Science, Statistics, Information Systems, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience 

• Strong understanding of database technologies and data management principles 

• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office skills 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities 

• The ability to communicate insights clearly, both verbally and in writing 

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across diverse stakeholders 

• A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement 

• Strong focus on documentation and process improvement. 

It would be advantageous if you also have: 

• Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and methodologies 

• Familiarity with governance, compliance, or regulated environments 

• Experience working with large and complex datasets 

• Experience with JIRA & Confluence 

Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for you: 

• Competitive salary plus a 4% employer KiwiSaver contribution 

• Staff-discounted Southern Cross medical insurance 

• Discounts with a range of retail partners 

• Discounted staff travel across the KiwiRail network 

• Access to the NZ Rail Staff Welfare Trust, including holiday homes nationwide and wellbeing support 

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression within KiwiRail 

• The opportunity to support technology platforms that power an essential national transport network 

Kua rite, kia rite | Ready to Make a Difference? 

If you're passionate about data, enjoy solving business problems, and want to help shape better decisions across KiwiRail, we'd love to hear from you. 

Apply now and help us create stronger connections and a better New Zealand. 

Rā aukati | Applications close: 19 June 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 creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can feel valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences because together we are stronger.