Universal Cranes Expands: Welcoming Gold Coast Cranes to the Family
In November 2024, Smithbridge Group, our parent company, increased its shareholding in Gold Coast Cranes from 50% to 100%, leading to the rebranding of Gold Coast Cranes as Universal Cranes Gold Coast. We are proud to bring Gold Coast Cranes, a respected name in crane hire and lifting solutions across the Gold Coast and Southeast Queensland, into the Universal Cranes family. This acquisition combines the expertise of both companies, enabling us to offer an expanded range of crane and lifting services to better serve the evolving needs of our clients.
Why Choose Universal Cranes on the Gold Coast?
With over 30 years of experience in Australia’s crane industry, Universal Cranes is known for its commitment to safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction. The addition of Gold Coast Cranes enhances our capabilities with a skilled team and well-maintained fleet that’s perfectly suited to serve the unique needs of the Gold Coast and surrounding regions.
What This Means for Gold Coast Clients
The transition to Universal Cranes will bring new resources, expanded services, and improved availability for projects of all sizes. Clients of Gold Coast Cranes can expect the same dedicated team, now backed by Universal Cranes’ extensive support network and advanced technology. We’re here to ensure a seamless transition for our clients, and you’ll soon notice refreshed branding on our fleet, reflecting our combined strength.
Our Services: Comprehensive Crane Hire Solutions on the Gold Coast
Universal Cranes offers a comprehensive suite of crane services, including mobile cranes, crawler cranes, and specialized lifting solutions. Our expanded Gold Coast branch now delivers:
Mobile Crane Hire
Heavy Haulage and Logistics
Lift Planning and Engineering
Specialized Lifting Solutions
24/7 Support for Emergency and Scheduled Projects
The Universal Cranes Promise
Safety, reliability, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. As we grow through acquisitions like Gold Coast Cranes, we remain dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable lifting solutions to every project and site.
Connect with Us for Your Next Project
Universal Cranes is here to support your project’s success. For more information about our services in the Gold Coast area or to learn more about our acquisition of Gold Coast Cranes, please contact us today.
CONTACT DETAILS
Get in touch with Universal Cranes Gold Coast to book a crane, organise a free site assessment, get a crane hire quote, or get advice on your next crane lift.
Gold Coast
Ph: (07)55 93 4688
Email: admin@goldcoastcranes.com.au
Address: 9 Kimberley Rd, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
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Kobelco – 250t Crawlers ready for hire! 🚧🔹 Boom Length: 91m main boom + 30.5 jib🔹Luffing fly option: 60m main boom + 61m luffing fly🔹 Machine Width: 7.62m🔹 Max radius:74m🔹 Machine availability: Adelaide, Brisbane, Central Qld✔️ Available with fly jib or luffing fly ✔️ Ideal barge craneGet in touch now to hire a 250t Crawler for short- or long-term hire. PH: 07 39075800E: projects@universalcranes.comW: www.universalcranes.com
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Operate this baby four (4 )donkey years in Papua new Guinea
We’re thrilled to share that our powerhouse crane, the LTR11200, recently completed its very first project on Beams Road in Brisbane! This impressive machine played a crucial role in the Level Crossing Removal Project, where it helped construct a new bridge over a live rail line.Thanks to the expertise of our crane crew and a seamless partnership with our client, we successfully installed all 9 beams in just one shift (instead of two), finishing ahead of schedule – and safely.
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Would be awesome to have a model of this in 1:50 👌
This would have taken all the fun out of building the old Super-lifter 💪🏼 all those years ago. 😂😂
Nice work team .
On Saturday, 2nd of November, Universal Cranes joined the Brisbane Convoy for Kids 2024, a charity event featuring a parade of trucks and vehicles that raises funds for children's charities and supports children in need.A total of 840 trucks gathered at the Redcliffe Showgrounds, and alongside our trucks, we displayed our mobile cranes. The kids were thrilled to see these up close, and our drivers did an incredible job showing them around the cranes and trucks.A big thank you to the entire Universal Cranes team who participated in this event, especially to Zane Raymond and Terry Raymond for helping to organize it.We hope we brought smiles to kids of all ages! ❤️
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Good on ya guys. Great job Zane Raymond
Where is the big Mack Ricky Charles ?
So cool! Well done team 🥰🥰
🌟 Big Announcement! 🌟 We’re thrilled to share that Gold Coast Cranes has been purchased by Universal Cranes and will soon be rebranded as Universal Cranes Gold Coast!With over 30 years of experience in Australia, Universal Cranes is known for our professionalism and commitment to excellence. As we transition, you can expect to see our refreshed cranes around the Gold Coast, symbolizing our dedication to innovation and quality service.We can’t wait for what’s ahead! 🚀
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Well done, that’s pretty cool. 😎
Erin Bradley
Our LTR 11200 is ready to be hired, but first, it needs a nickname! Should it be Big Bird, Big John, Big Al, or do you have a better idea? Drop your suggestions below and let’s name our new toy together!We’ll draw an LTR 11200 Merch Kit for one lucky person who likes and replies to this post.#universalcranes #LTR11200 #Liebherr #newtoy
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I walked into that yard 17 years ago with no experience and got a start. I will always be grateful to the Smith family for giving me a go !
Amazing job guys, I hope Clark was there to MC the event! Keep up the great work and keep the milestones coming.
The Unisauras .. What a cracking looking machine. 👌
The official launch event of the LTR 11200 took place on August 29th at the Universal Cranes Brisbane Yard. It was an incredible opportunity for our customers to understand the versatility of this crane. With its high lifting capacities and various boom options, it is perfectly suited for a wide array of applications across the industrial, mining, infrastructure, wind, and energy sectors.We are thrilled that the strongest telescopic boom crawler crane on the market is now the latest addition to the Universal Cranes fleet.Thank you to all the customers who attended this amazing event and to our incredible team, who worked hard to make it happen. A special mention to the Liebherr team for their professionalism and support in making this event possible.
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Congratulations Albert and Universal Cranes Team on the acquisition. Looks awesome. 💪
Congratulations on the acquisition of a fantastic asset. I look forward to seeing its work.
This afternoon, the Universal Cranes team gathered for a BBQ as part of the "Fly the Flag for Your Mates" week, organized by MATES in Construction. Fly the Flag is a public show of support, highlighting the crucial work the construction industry does every day to promote mental health and prevent suicide.Thanks to our connectors for helping cook the BBQ and celebrating with our amazing team.#matesinconstruction #matesflyingtheflag24 #matesstrongertogether #mateshelpingmates
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Thank you to all our amazing Team & to our #MATESInConstruction ❤️❤️
Love it & Love the cause! 🥰 Sorry we couldn’t be there but we are in spirit! 💙
Great cause 👍🏻
R U OK? A simple question can change the course of someone’s day or even their life. Universal Cranes is encouraging everyone to make this simple question a part of our everyday interactions with friends, family, and colleagues, to prevent small things from becoming big things 💛
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Exciting news! The strongest telescopic crawler in the world is the latest acquisition of Universal Cranes’ fleet.Introducing the New Liebherr LTR11200: Max. Lifting Capacity: 1200tMax. Lift Height: 189mMax. Lift Radius: 124mCounterweights: 202tReach out to the Universal Cranes team today.
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Saw it in their yard yesterday. .pretty neat bit of gear.
Bugger watched it for weeks & forgot to go to the exhibition day off it see if Pete can track it down to the QP for a quick beer
Do you need operators nice bit of kit
Exciting news! The strongest telescopic crawler in the world is the latest acquisition of Universal Cranes' fleet.Introducing the New Liebherr LTR11200: Max. Lifting Capacity: 1200tMax. Lift Height: 189mMax. Lift Radius: 124mCounterweights: 202tReach out to the Universal Cranes team today.
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Looks Awesome. Is there a picture with all the boom fully extended? Be great to see.
Didnt max cranes have one of these as well. Awesome crane
Now that’s an impressive bit of gear 🤙🤙
Behind the scenes! 📸 We're looking forward to showing you our latest shoots with all our beautiful employees and fleet.
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Ethan Smith getting it done
Nice work Hugh Janice 
Our team is growing!Universal Cranes is hiring a Branch Manager / Administration Officer (par time) / Administrative coordinator in Roma/Western QLD. If you are interested, please apply today!www.linkedin.com/company/3353828/admin/dashboard/
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Universal Cranes has ordered Trade Mutt Hi Vis shirts for the whole crew in Brisbane, Roma, and Central Queensland. By wearing a funky shirt every Friday, we are turning the best day of the week into a day where we can all take ownership of our own mental health and encourage meaningful conversations with those around us. 💪
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This is an amazing initiative that we’re so proud of. Tragically, workers in the construction industry are 6 times more likely to die by suicide than in a workplace accident. We spend so much time and energy focusing on physical safety, which is obviously important too, but the stats are telling us that your mental wellbeing is just as (if not more) important. TradeMutt shirts are a great conversation opener for you blokes who struggle to be vulnerable and talk about what’s going on in your inner world. There’s always someone who will be willing to lend an ear!
A 100% worthwhile & profound initiative, how can it not be!!!!❣️I’m so proud of our company Universal Cranes supporting this. We care for our Team/ for our guys! I sincerely hope our Bros across the Tasman have a similar set up/ support group if not Daniel Smith get on it! R U OK?
I hope it starts those conversations. 🤞🙏🏼
Another quality 10 year rebuild by the Universal Cranes maintenance team 👌Demag CC2800-1 600T
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Nice work
How much price plz
WE’RE GIVING AWAY 3 UNIVERSAL CRANES MERCH PACK🎁Guess the correct type of crane in the image below, post your answer in the comments, and go into the draw to win!The more times you enter, the more chances you have to win!!!The winner will be announced on July 4th, 2024.
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Liam Dunne Dean Cameron
Hi All, we know the Scammers will be coming, so please note that this Promotion doesn't finish until Thursday 4th July, we won't announce the winner until Thursday 4th July & we WON'T ask you for your personal information or advise any winners before then. If you get any messages pretending to be us, please delete & report to Facebook. We'll be knocking the scammers out 1 by 1, but they never stop (but neither do we), so go well everyone!
Our Grove GMK 7450 lifting an Alani Sunseeker boat.Any lift, anywhere, any time.
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We're thrilled to announce that 4 Universal Cranes projects are featured in this year's Queensland Major Contractors Association (QMCA) Construction Photography Competition! 📸Public voting is now open, and your support would mean the world to us! 🙌Voting is easy—just click on the photo of your choice to cast your vote: qmca.com.au/resources/qmca-construction-photo-competition/Projects:- O'Keefe Bridge (photo 1)- Visy Paper (photo 2)Category Plant and Equipment:- Saunders BP Lifts LR 1600Category Community Engagement:- Fun Run - Supporting Women with Breast CancerJoin us in celebrating our incredible projects and the amazing team behind them!
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Two days ago, the Brisbane City Council announced that the Kangaroo Point Bridge is now fully connected between the CBD and Kangaroo Point, bringing the project to 85% completion. We are honored to have our crawler crane play a crucial role in this significant project. Excited to see the final stages come together!
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We did the same job in 2016, and here we are again in 2024. Maintaining the turbine for Arrow Energy Braemar. 📢🏗Any lift, anywhere, any time#unicrane #cranesaustralia #brisbanecranes #CraneService #cranespotting #universalcranes
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Universal Cranes offers a diverse fleet ranging from 2.5T to 600T. Our expert team is prepared for any lift, anywhere, any time. Contact our team today!Brisbane Ph: (07) 3907 5800#unicrane #cranesaustralia #brisbanecrane #CraneService #cranespotting #universalcranes #cranelife
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⏰ The countdown is on! Join us at the Brisbane Careers & Employment Expo! ⏰Want to know what it is like to work in the crane industry? Chat to our crane drivers, mechanical fitters and other experts in our business.Friday 24th June 9am - 3pm and Saturday 25th June 9am - 4pmBrisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, South BankFree registration below: regonsite.eventsair.com/careers-employment-expo-brisbane-2024/index/Site/RegisterSee you all then!
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After all this time, that crane is still looking nice. Was such a great crane on rail and building job sites 👌
Looking great girls 👍🏼🥰
Looking good. 👍🏻
JOIN US AT BRISBANE CAREER EMPLOYMENT EXPO THIS WEEK 📢🏗Are you interested in launching a career in the crane industry? Visit us at Stand 194. Why visit us?- Discover amazing job opportunities- Get professional career advice- Enjoy some great freebies!Free Entry Register here:lnkd.in/eHstaSiF#brisbanecareeremploymentexpo #universalcranes #brisbanecareer #cranecareer #universalcranescareer #opportunityuniversalcranes
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Towel crane opperator..
It was an honour to host Brisbane Broncos legend Shane Webcke as our safety guest speaker at Universal Cranes Brisbane this week. Shane's thought-provoking story telling of the impact to his family due to a workplace incident involving his father and his own personal safety journey resonated well with our team. #safetyisadecision #stopsafetycomplacency #BrisbaneBroncos #shanewebcke
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That’s better than awesome. Well done. 👌👌👌
Another day, another project... Done and dusted! 👏👏👏Dual lift 90T compressor with WR Cranes 220T and Universal Cranes 130T. #universalcranes #mobilecranes #hirecranes #cranelover #crane
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Good on you Team Roma 👍🏼
We are unstoppable! One more Liebherr crane has joined our fleet!This beautiful new Liebherr LTM1060 arrived in February and is now on the road, busy lifting around Brisbane.Interested in hiring our new @Liebherr LTM1060? Get in touch today!#cranesbrisbane #cranesaustralia #hirecranes #universalcranes #liebherrcranes #liebherrconstruction #ltm1060 #crane #cranelovers #craneoperatorLiebherr Crane Fans
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Good lifter been in older models can do a job easy
That's a beautiful unit, congratulations!
Lance Tassaadar Riddell
🚨NEW ARRIVAL! 🚨 Our fleet is growing...Universal Cranes received a new SANY SCC400TB in March, 2024. This is a great addition to the Universal Cranes 40+ crawler crane fleet ranging from 2.5t – 600t.Interested in hiring or want to learn more about our new SANY SCC400TB? Get in touch today!#crane #craness #constructionequipment #craneoperator #cranelife #cranespotting #planning #lifting #universalcrane #sanycrane #crawlercrane
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I could be your new operator 👍 🕺 please 🐶
Should of brought a link belt
Once operate 250t in png
Universal Cranes is among the top 5 companies that raised the highest amount of funds for Mater Cancer Research in 2024. We raised over $13,400 (in addition to the company's corporate sponsorship) for breast cancer research through our participation in the International Women's Day Fun Run in Brisbane.The Fun Run event was yesterday, and the sea of pink wave was full of energy, smiles, and happiness. We had a crane positioned along the course, displaying a Universal Cranes flag. Our crane provided a scenic backdrop for over 26,000 people who were running, jogging, and walking through the event, allowing them to take photos.A special thank you to all the Universal Cranes team, clients, and partners who made donations and contributed to this important cause. Check out some fun moments of the Universal Cranes team at Fun Run: #UniversalCranes #IWDFUNRUN #breastcancersupport #UNIVERSALCRANESAUSTRALIA
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Great photos. Very proud of us, Universal Cranes 🩷💓💞
Terry Raymond & Kim Raymond you dodged the camera! 😂
🌟 Happy International Women's Day! 🌟Today, we're proud to celebrate the incredible women of Universal Cranes! From our dedicated team members to our inspiring leaders, your hard work, passion, and commitment drive our success every day.At Universal Cranes, we believe in the power of diversity and equality. We recognize and appreciate the unique perspectives and talents that each of our team members, regardless of gender, brings to the table.To all the women who are part of the Universal Cranes crew – thank you for your invaluable contributions, your unwavering dedication, and for being shining examples of excellence in our industry.Let's continue to lift each other up, break barriers, and create a more inclusive future together. Here's to strong women – may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them! 💪🚀#InternationalWomensDay #IWD2024 #UniversalCranes #Diversity #Inclusion #Empowerment
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What a wonderful team we have... Happy International women's day to everyone 🙏🙏
Thank You to our wonderful team of Ladies at Universal Cranes. A few faces missing in those photos but we appreciate each and everyone of you! 🙌🏼
Behind every good crane company there are fine woman. Happy World Woman's Day Shayne
Universal Cranes is once again participating in the International Women's Day Fun Run, fundraising for the Mater Foundation Chicks in Pink. The team will run/walk 5km on Sunday 10th March.Today, you can double your impact in support of women with breast cancer. Right now, donations to my page will be doubled. But hurry! You'll need to donate now via my personal fundraising page: fundraise.mater.org.au/fundraisers/UniversalCranes
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On February 13th, the Mates in Construction team facilitated a General Awards Training session for our Roma team in Central QLD. It was a valuable opportunity to discuss various topics related to mental health and suicide prevention in the construction industry.#universalcranes #romaqld #cranesaustralia #MATESInConstruction
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Check out the incredible precision of this crane in action during the Nineteenth Avenue Bridge reconstruction! 😮🏗️ But wait, can you name something more satisfying than witnessing this engineering marvel? Any lift, Anywhere, Any time#universalcranesau #universalcranes #satisfyingvideos #PrecisionEngineering
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🌟 Shining Bright at Gold Coast Turf Club! 🌟Our crew, led by Joel Bibby, flawlessly installed stadium lights for T2 Electrical. Special thanks to Deon Bauer, Dean Reddington, Alex Kuzewicz, Nathan Wyatt, and Dean O'Leary for their hard work!Crane & Configuration: Grove - GMK7450, 120t counterweight, Megawing, and 73 Metres luffing fly. Also, a Liebherr LTM1120 was used to assist in assembling and tailing light poles, assisting in relocating GMK7450, and other lifts.Additionally, special consideration was given to horses during race time. All vehicles had to be moved to a certain spot and precisely lined up flush with each other, as any deviation could potentially confuse the horses. 🏇We are Universal Cranes: Any lift, anywhere, any time! #CraneHire #StadiumLights #GoldCoastTurfClub #UniversalCranes #UniversalCranesAu #horse #goldcoasturfclub
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I appreciate all the help , team . People. Weather your on that job . On a ( I have a quick one for you job ) . Everyone is a team /, brother,/ sister . / we are family. I do support/ back / enjoy our family. Without your support and friendship. We wouldn't be where we are today. Raise ur glasses / drinks . Whoòooo haaaaaaw
Matt English
Something exciting is just around the corner...Stay tuned! 📢📢📢#universalcranesau #universalcranes #cranesareawesome #cranes #cranesaustralia #cranesbrisbane
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Looking good
Universal Cranes Welcome, I am happy to be part of your team for work. I am a professional crane operator with extensive experience in the field of cranes. Fourteen years of work in the field of mobile cranes. I am looking for a job.
Universal Cranes is part of the wave of change supporting women with breast cancer, as proud partners of the International Women’s Day Fun Run presented by Queensland X-Ray!We will join the Sea of Pink on Sunday March 10, making waves in Brisbane, and beyond!Ready to join us? Today is Pink Friday and to celebrate, you will receive HALF PRICE entry.Fun Run will sell out so don’t delay! Register today: womensdayfunrun.com.auwww.youtube.com/watch?v=hz_1u-1NO4Q&t=3s
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🏆 Exciting News Alert! 🏆 We are thrilled to announce that at the recent CICA conference in late October 2023, we brought home multiple awards for our outstanding Geodesic Dome Roof Lift carried out in March 2023!🥇 Peoples Choice Lift of the Year (>20t) 📸 Peoples Choice Photo of the Year 🥈 Runner-up for Lift of the Year (>20t)We are truly honored and grateful for the recognition of our hard work and dedication. This achievement wouldn't have been possible without our amazing team and the support of our valued clients.Thank you to everyone who voted and believed in our commitment to excellence. We're looking forward to more groundbreaking projects in the coming year!
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Wahooo, congratulations Universal Cranes, this is fantastic 🥇🏆
Well done by all involved
Well Done Universal Cranes Team 🙌🏼
🎄🏗️ Universal Cranes Wishes You a Merry Crane-mas! 🏗️🎄As the year comes to a close, Universal Cranes wants to extend a heartfelt "Happy Holidays" to all our amazing clients, partners, and friends!2023 has been a year filled with incredible projects, towering achievements, and heavy loads carried with precision. We are grateful for your trust in us and for making Universal Cranes your preferred heavy lift crane hire company.This festive season, let's celebrate the spirit of togetherness and the strength of our partnerships. 🤝 May your holidays be as bright as our cranes' spotlights and as joyful as the successful lifts we've accomplished together.Universal Cranes wishes you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year! 🎅🎁 Thank you for choosing Universal Cranes – where every lift is a testament to our dedication to excellence. Here's to another year of reaching new heights together!#universalcranes
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Merry Christmas to all at Universal Cranes and Smithbridge
Merry Christmas to all my friend at Universal & Smithbridge
