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Cairns Crane Hire
East Coast Cranes proudly offers crane hire and lifting services to clients across Cairns, providing safe, reliable solutions for construction, infrastructure and industrial projects. With years of experience and a strong focus on site safety, we help local contractors, project managers and business owners manage lifts and transport with ease.
Our fleet includes mobile cranes, Frannas, slewers, crawler cranes and crane trucks, along with specialised rigging support for complex jobs. In a region like Cairns where logistics and timing are everything, we deliver responsive, flexible support backed by experienced operators who know how to get the job done.
Whether you're dealing with tropical weather challenges or tight project deadlines, our team will keep things moving safely and efficiently. We offer tailored lift plans, high-quality equipment and practical site knowledge that makes a real difference.
No matter the size of your job, we’ve got the capability and attitude to match. Call 0458 005 800 today to book crane hire or arrange a free site assessment anywhere in Cairns.
Crane Hire Services We Offer in Cairns
- Mobile crane hire for local lifts
- Crane truck hire with transport included
- Mechanical rigging for complex loads
- Franna crane hire for tight sites
- Slewer crane hire for construction projects
- Crawler crane hire for challenging terrain
Mobile Crane Hire in Cairns
Our mobile crane hire service in Cairns is built for flexibility. Whether you're lifting steel, machinery or structural elements, we bring the right crane and crew for the job.
With a wide range of mobile cranes available, we can tackle short-term domestic lifts through to commercial and infrastructure work. Our experienced operators know the local area well and work efficiently around Cairns' varied site conditions and access points.
Every lift is planned with safety and site efficiency in mind.
Crane Truck Hire in Cairns
Transport and lifting in one easy service—that’s what our crane truck hire in Cairns delivers. We provide tilt trays, flat tops, semis and super-tilts equipped to lift and place loads across town or on-site.
Perfect for equipment relocation, structural work or material delivery, our crane trucks are operated by skilled professionals who understand local site challenges. Save time and hassle by using one team to move and lift your load with precision.
Mechanical Rigging in Cairns
When the lift requires more than just a crane, we’ve got the rigging expertise to get it done. Our mechanical rigging team in Cairns handles jacking, skating and mechanical equipment installations or removals.
We work closely with builders, engineers and site supervisors to plan and execute safe, efficient rigging solutions that keep your project on track. From factory setups to industrial upgrades, we’ve got the knowledge and equipment to manage heavy moves in tight or complex spaces.
Franna Cranes in Cairns
Franna cranes are a great fit for mobile, pick-and-carry lifts across Cairns. These compact units are ideal for navigating local construction sites, driveways and industrial areas where access is tight or the job needs to be done quickly.
We offer 15T, 20T and 25T Frannas operated by experienced locals who know how to get the most out of every lift. Whether it’s gear relocation or structural placement, our Franna crane hire is fast, safe and efficient.
Slewer Cranes in Cairns
Our slewer crane hire in Cairns gives you the reach and capacity needed for construction, steel placement and large-scale lifts. With a selection of city cranes, truck-mounted slewers and all-terrain options, we match the right crane to your site conditions and load requirements.

Slewer cranes are ideal for high-reach and precision jobs, and our operators know how to make it work on both open and confined sites around the Cairns region.
Crawler Cranes in Cairns
If your job site in Cairns has uneven ground or limited stability, our crawler cranes are the right choice. These track-mounted machines offer excellent lifting strength and ground contact, making them ideal for infrastructure, civil or industrial works where wheeled cranes aren’t practical.

We supply crawler cranes for short and long-term hire and work closely with your team to plan safe, stable lifts—even on the most challenging terrain.
