Become Part of the Uni's Team

A workplace where over than 750 people choose to show up, contribute, and grow every day.

Universal Cranes and Smithbridge Guam are part of the Smithbridge Group, offering career opportunities at all stages-from apprenticeships to experienced roles. With a strong focus on safety, professional development, and supportive work environments, we provide opportunities across Australia and internationally, including New Zealand and Guam. We are always looking for skilled and motivated individuals to join our team and grow their careers within a company committed to safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

40+

Years in crane industry

3+

Offices & Yards

45+

Modern Fleet in New Zealand

Family

Recognises individuals who create a supportive, respectful, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and welcomed.

Care

Recognises those who champion safety, wellbeing, quality, and pride in maintaining a clean, healthy, and high-standard work environment.

Teamwork

Recognises individuals for outstanding collaboration on site and knowledge sharing.

Growth

Recognising individuals for safety improvements, skill development, growth, and adaptability.

Service awards

We love celebrating achievements and milestones to recognise 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.

Family Focus

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

All Training Provided

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.

EAP

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.

Flexible Work

We provide a range of flexible work options where these suit the employee and the needs of the business.

Medical Insurance

We provide access to medical insurance with a well-regarded provider.

Life Insurance

We provide access to life insurance with a well-regarded provider.

Competitive Wages

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.

Central Locations

Universal Cranes operates three branches across New Zealand in key locations: Auckland, Waikato and Taupo, allowing us to support projects and customers across the country.

Safety Focus

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

Company Events

Throughout the year, we organise a range of events that bring our team together and support important causes. 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

Travel Opportunities

Universal Cranes is part of the Smithbridge Group, which operates across three countries: New Zealand, Australia, 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.

Career Progression

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.