If you already hold a current NZQA National Certificate in Crane Operation (Level 4 or above), a full Class 4/5 licence, and 3+ years logged hours on mobile cranes, read on—this role could elevate your career.
We’re a Tier-1 contractor tackling complex, multi-lift projects across the North Island. We invest in top-shelf gear, safety tech, and people who can hit the ground running. If you’re still working toward your ticket, bookmark us for later; right now we need operators who can step into the cab tomorrow.
Build, Lift, Thrive—Be Our Next Crane Pro
Recent Projects
RECENT PROJECT
Kelly Bar Lift
A precision dual-crane lift assisting Smith Cranes with the placement of a 36-tonne Kelly Bar in Hatepe (Taupo).
RECENT PROJECT
New Tauhara Power Station
Working alongside Warner Construction, we assisted with a precision lift for steel bend replacement at the new Tauhara Geothermal Power Station. A technically demanding lift executed in a live steam drift with low visibility environment.
RECENT PROJECT
Ernest Kemp
Murtagh Crane Hire carried out a 22-tonne lift of the Ernest Kemp vessel from Lake Taupo for routine servicing – demonstrating precision, care, and specialist marine lifting experience.
RECENT PROJECT
Tiny Home Relocation
A large-format tiny home was relocation from Taupo to Karaka, requiring oversize transport, precision loading, and full escort support throughout the journey, for Black Bode Homes.
RECENT PROJECT
Te Mihi Power Station
Pipe upgrade works at Te Mihi Power Station involved the precision lifting and placement of complex steel pipe sections, completed in coordination with Warner Construction.
RECENT PROJECT
Machine & Steel Ltd, Taupō
Dual-crane roof life carried out for Machine and Steel Ltd in Taupo, hoisting structural steel sections into place as part of a new industrial facility build.
