We love celebrating achievements and milestones to recognize the contribution each and every person makes to Universal Cranes. Annually we celebrate 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30+ years of Service with the company with personalised gifts mark the occasion.

At Universal Cranes, family comes first. We foster a supportive environment where our people feel valued, connected, and part of a true work family.

We invest in our people by offering industry tickets (Dogman and Crane Operator) along with office-based training, including Excel, to support career growth across all roles.

Through NAWIC membership, our team gains valuable opportunities to connect, learn, and grow—supporting career development and promoting diversity within the construction industry.

Universal Cranes Social Club has been going for more than 10 years. Each year we have at least 2 events. Membership is $5 a week. Events include, family days, races, adventures, boat parties and more.

Universal Cranes offers the option of salary sacrificing to help boost your superannuation, which may be eligible for a concessional tax rate. We recommend speaking with your accountant or financial adviser to receive personalised advice based on your circumstances.

Each month, we celebrate four employees who truly bring our company values to life — Teamwork, Growth, Care and Family. These ambassadors lead by example and make a positive impact on our team and workplace every day.

Our Life Saving Commitments program empowers our team to work safely every day—because when we all commit, we all come home.

We value the hard work and expertise of our team. That’s why we offer competitive wages designed to recognise your skills, experience, and the important role you play in our success.

Universal Cranes is part of the Smithbridge Group, which operates across three countries: Australia, New Zealand and Guam. This provides opportunities for employees to transfer between branches or travel to other locations to broaden their knowledge, gain new skills, and share expertise across the group.

Each month we celebrate team members who step up for safety. These ambassadors lead by example, support their crew, and help create a workplace where safety always comes first.

Universal Cranes operates eight branches across Australia in key locations: Brisbane (Head Office), Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Gladstone, Rockhampton, Roma, Townsville and Mackay, allowing us to support projects and customers across the country.

Universal Cranes partners with industry leading support services which offer our people and their immediately family members access to free, confidential and independent assistance 24 x 7.

At Universal Cranes, career progression means more than just moving roles—it’s about continuous development. We offer hands-on training, mentoring, and opportunities to gain new licences and skills, helping our people grow within the business and across different areas of the industry.

By working with Mates in Construction, we support mental health and wellbeing across the industry. With trained employees acting as Connectors, we help foster a safer, more supportive and connected workplace

Throughout the year, we organise a range of events that bring our team together and support important causes. From fundraising initiatives like the Fun Run we’ve proudly sponsored since 2020, to R U OK? Day activities, our Children’s Christmas Party, and our Leadership Forum, there are plenty of opportunities to connect and celebrate as a team.