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Vision

A safe and sustainable crane industry ​providing service

​to our community.

Mission 

To provide one clear voice, advocating with regulators,

authorities and industry partners to provide a safe and

efficient crane industry for our members and our community.

Code of Ethics

The Crane Association has a Code of Ethics that members must abide by. That Code of Ethics endorses the professionalism of members of the Association.
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The Code of Ethics can be read >> here 

NZTA Bridge Maps 

Indicative crane access maps have been developed by NZTA to identify bridge constraints for information purposes for the crane industry. These will enable crane operators to identify bridge's status when planning routes to and from worksites. They are available on the NZTA Maphub >> here.

Lobbying and Advocacy

Lobbying forms an important part of our role in representing the New Zealand cranes industry. As construction is a large contributor to the national GDP, the value of cranes to the nation means that we punch above our weight as the building and infrastructure sectors are totally reliant on cranes.
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We can lobby local and central government as a collective voice and champion policies that allow our members in the crane industry to succeed.    

Current Lobby and Advocacy Work

WorkSafe NZ
  • Licencing of High-Risk Occupations
  • PECPR (Pressure Equipment, Cranes and Passenger Ropeway Regulations 1999)​ replacement
RoVE: Reform of Vocational Education
  • Working with Skills NZ and TEC to understand the new training framework and how this will impact the crane industry 

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SafeCrane has been created by the Crane Association of New Zealand (Inc.) to provide guidance on how to create a safe workplace for cranes.

Resources are available for:
  • Crane Users
  • Crane Owners
  • Crane Operators
  • Dogman/Riggers

This website is your one-stop shop for information about cranes.

Go to SafeCrane website.

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The Crane Training New Zealand Shop - are you looking for resources for the construction and crane sector, then you have come to the right place!

The number one resource for Crane Operators in New Zealand is the New Zealand Crane Safety Manual. You can purchase the manual from Crane Training New Zealand Shop.
 
Lift Planning is one of the best tools a Crane Operator can use for assigning responsibility, checking for foreseeable hazards and addressing risks on site.

​The Crane Association produces a number of lift plans and rigging plans available for businesses to use as part of their process. You can purchase these plans from Crane Training New Zealand shop.
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Join today - Crane Association Members receive a discount on the purchase price.
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JOIN TODAY

CANZ Lift Planning Guide

The Crane Association of NZ is proud to provide you the following Lift Planning Guide.

Not sure what type of plan you need? 

We have produced this guide to help make Lift Planning easier for you and your team. You can purchase the Lift Planning tools discussed in this guide from www.shop.cranes.org.nz.  

To download the guide, simply click on the below image.
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TODAY’S FUEL SAVINGS - to access member fuel discounts, apply here >> https://apply.z.co.nz/

Fuel prices have never been lower since 2010 and with the Association discount added on this means considerable savings across our member's fleets.

As a member, you may already have a discount but compare your current savings with the potential savings from the Associations Caltex Fuel Programme.

View current and historical fuel prices here.

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Premier Business Partner Sponsor

We are proud to share that Skills Organisation is our Premier Business Partner Sponsor for 2020.

CANZ FAQs

Frequently asked questions that may answer your query.

>> Read more <<

COVID-19 information

Please go to the CANZ COVID-19 webpage, for recent updates.

Word from the President: December 2020

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Welcome to my last column for 2020.  It has been a year of challenges, uncertainty, and more importantly, adaptability.

And thankfully, the year ahead is paved with opportunities to further strengthen the crane industry.

With that in mind, I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge all our members and the wider construction industries’ commitment to providing such incredible service during the COVID-19 uncertainty.

The CANZ Council recently had its second face-to-face meeting – the first one since the pandemic hit – in Auckland which was a good opportunity for the councillors to meet Sarah.

Sarah is doing an excellent job of getting out and about to meet members, so I encourage you to continue taking the time to speak with her.

Those conversations – straight from the horse’s mouth, effectively – about what your expectations are and what you need from the Association to support you are imperative to our future direction.

The Council meeting was also a good opportunity to solidify said direction, thanks in large part from your ongoing feedback. So, keep it coming.

CLICK HERE to read more


​2021 Crane Conference and Trade Exhibition

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Crane Association of New Zealand Conference 2021 

We welcome you to join us at the Crane Association of New Zealand Conference and trade exhibition 2021 on Wednesday 14 – Friday 16 July 2021 at the Claudelands Event Centre, Hamilton.

To learn more, please contact the Crane Association of NZ on E: info@cranes.org.nz



CANZ Conference 2021: Sponsorship prospectus: NOW AVAILABLE

​To learn more, please contact CANZ on E: info@cranes.org.nz or through our Event Organiser, James Chatterley on E: James@eventdynamics.co.nz.
LEARN MORE

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Looking for a job in the New Zealand crane industry then check out our job portal here.

Thinking of becoming a crane operator?

Awesome! We’ve got the info you need right here.
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Crane operators love working with heavy machinery, working in teams, and have good hand-eye coordination. If this sounds like a great way to spend your working day, you could have a bright future as a crane operator.

Work outdoors instead of being stuck in the same office all day. As your career grows, you’ll have more freedom and flexibility in your schedule to fit in more time for the things that matter, such as family, hobbies, and interests.

To learn more, select our training webpage.


What the Association Does?

The Crane Association of New Zealand Inc is the national trade association for companies that operate or hire cranes and offer ancillary services relating to the crane industry.

The Association acts as a conduit between the members, the regulators and the training providers to provide leadership in crane industry best practice. It facilitates the highest standards of workplace safety, and promotes the premise that all crane operators must be trained, competent and are qualified on the equipment they are operating in the work environment.

To achieve this, the association works closely with its members, the government departments and agencies, Industry Training Organisations (ITO) as well as other associations and stakeholders.

Joining the Association

If in your business you are using any of the following types of crane or supply the crane industry, then join the association and be recognised as a leader in the industry:

  • Carrier mounted
  • Truck Loader
  • Materials Handler
  • All Terrain
  • Rough Terrain
  • Crawler
  • Tower
  • Gantry
  • Telehandler


You can find out more about joining the association here.

Benefits of Membership

Financial Members of the Association receive the following benefits:

  • Up to date information on changes or additions to legislation, regulations and  to Approved Codes of Practice
  • Advocacy on behalf of members and the wider industry
  • Input into consultation on national, regional and local policy matters
  • Inclusion in the online industry directory
  • Negotiated member group purchasing
  • Networking opportunities with industry members
  • Annual Conference
  • An online company profile accessible for updating by the member 
  • Contractor Magazine
  • News Brief – the Association online newsletter
  • Advice on crane and business issues
  • Mediation on behalf of members
  • Free monthly Contractors magazine and quarterly Dispatches newsletter
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Services Our Members Offer

Our services include the following:
  • Access Equipment Hire
  • Access equipment sales and service
  • Advanced Riggers
  • Construction (Building)
  • Construction (Civil)
  • Consultants
  • Contract personnel suppliers
  • Cranes and equipment sales and service
  • Crawler Crane Hire
  • Demolition
  • Drilling (Foundation)
  • Drilling (Well)
  • Dry Crane Hire
  • Engineering
  • Engineered Lift Planning
  • Finance and insurance
  • Heavy Transport
  • Hiab Transport
  • Mechanical and electrical services
  • Mobile Taxi Crane Hire
  • Piling and Foundations
  • Planning and Resources
  • Precast Concrete Fabrication
  • Riggers and Dogmen
  • Rigging equipment sales and service
  • Safety equipment sales and service
  • Safety Inspection Services
  • Steel Fabrication (Industrial)
  • Steel Fabrication (Stainless)
  • Steel Fabrication (Structural)
  • Steel Supply
  • Term Crane Hire
  • Tower Crane Hire
  • Training and Assessing

Disclaimer

​While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this document is complete and accurate, the Crane Association of New Zealand Inc does not warrant the accuracy or completeness of the information or that this information is suitable for use in every situation. The Association, and its directors and officers, do not accept any responsibility or liability arising directly or indirectly from or in conjunction with your use or reliance on this information, or from any omission in the information.
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