Helen leads KiwiRail’s collaboration with government agencies on transport policy, funding and investment frameworks. She also oversees our ICT, Communications and People & Culture functions, as well as the Scenic and Commuter business.
She joined KiwiRail in 2014 and has more than 20 years’ experience leading finance, funding and strategy teams. As a Chartered Accountant, she has worked across a range of local and central government agencies, with a particular focus on the transport and infrastructure sector. Prior to KiwiRail, Helen worked as a consultant leading finance transformation programmes in the public sector after several years as Financial Controller for Wellington City Council. Helen is a champion for diversity and inclusion, and is the Chair of KiwiRail’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee.
Current role