About Us

Mobile cranes offer unmatched flexibility, especially in tight urban spaces where access is limited and static cranes aren’t practical.

Our Journey

Founded over 12 years ago by Warren Galbraith and his partner Audrey, Ashburton Crane Hire began with a bold move: selling their house and living in a garage to establish the business. Their dedication laid the foundation for a company that now boasts over 40 years of combined experience in crane operating and rigging.
Warren Galbraith leads the company with decades of experience in crane operations across New Zealand. In 2015, Arran Henderson, a highly skilled crane operator with over 20 years of experience, joined the team, bringing valuable expertise to our operations.

Our Commitment

At Ashburton Crane Hire, we pride ourselves on:

Our Mission

What we stand for:

Built on a Foundation
of Hard Work

From humble beginnings to a trusted name in Canterbury and beyond, our growth has always been driven by doing the job right and doing right by our clients.
Expertise

We have more than 40 years experience in crane operating and rigging.

Reliability

We're fully insured for your peace of mind and all machines are fully certified.

Value

The work we can perform is very diverse, and covers many different industries.

Quality

All cranes come with a comprehensive range of chains and slings for lifting.