KiwiRail workplace culture in board's spotlight

KiwiRail workplace culture in board's spotlight
KiwiRail's chair is expressing confidence in CEO Greg Miller. (Image: Supplied)
Oliver Lewis
KiwiRail's board is weighing up a workplace culture review following the departure of several key executives, BusinessDesk understands.It follows negative media reports about the leadership style of KiwiRail chief executive and former board chair Greg Miller.Several executives and lower tier managers have left the state-owned rail operator since Miller was appointed chief executive in May 2019.Rail and Maritime Transport Union (RMTU) general secretary Wayne Butson said the union would welcome a review.“I think it’s needed becaus...

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