Mobile Crane Hire Adelaide

Fast, safe mobile crane hire in Adelaide for construction, infrastructure, industrial sites, and complex lifts. United Cranes provides qualified operators, modern crane options, and lift planning support to keep your job moving efficiently and safely.

Mobile Crane Hire Adelaide

Fast, safe mobile crane hire in Adelaide for construction, infrastructure, industrial sites, and complex lifts. United Cranes provides qualified operators, modern crane options, and lift planning support to keep your job moving efficiently and safely.

Our Crane Hire Fleet (Adelaide & Metro)

With a versatile fleet, we can match the crane to your access, height, and load requirements — helping your job run smoother from the first lift.

Demag AC-220-5United Cranes

Demag AC-220-5

Max: 245 Tonnes Maximum Boom
Height: Up to 78 Metres

Liebherr LTM1130-5.1United Cranes

Liebherr LTM1130-5.1

Max: 42 Tonnes Maximum Boom
Height: Up to 95 Metres

Liebherr LTM1095-5.1United Cranes

Liebherr LTM1095-5.1

Max: 95 Tonnes Maximum Boom
Height: Up to 84 Metres

Mobile Crane Hire Adelaide

Mobile Crane Hire In Adelaide You Can Rely On

When your lift needs precision, clear planning, and dependable execution, mobile crane hire gives you the flexibility to handle installs, deliveries, and heavy lifts without slowing the site down. We support residential, commercial, industrial and civil projects across Adelaide — with the right crane configuration, crew support, and planning to suit your site conditions.

Who Mobile Crane Hire Is For

Mobile crane hire is a great fit if you’re managing:

Commercial Construction

Mobile crane support for multi-storey builds, installs, and site deliveries.

Industrial & Shutdown Works

Ideal for plant upgrades, shutdown lifts, and complex industrial positioning work.

Civil & Infrastructure Installs

Support for infrastructure lifts, staged programs, and civil site installations.

Steel Erection

Accurate placement of structural steel, beams, columns, and assemblies on site.

Precast & Modular Installs

Safe lifting and placement for precast panels and modular building components.

Machinery Moves & Tight-Access Sites

Machinery moves, restricted access lifts, and live sites where timing matters.

Typical Mobile Crane Jobs In Adelaide

Our mobile crane hire services are commonly used for:

  • Steel beams, columns, and structural placement

  • Precast panel installs and concrete components

  • Mechanical plant and equipment lifts (HVAC, units, vessels)

  • Rooftop placements and restricted access picks

  • Tilt-up panel support and staged deliveries

  • Container, pallet, and material handling on site

  • Machinery relocation support and heavy positioning

  • Shutdown work requiring coordinated lift sequencing

Need help selecting the right crane? Send your lift details and site constraints — we’ll recommend the safest, most efficient option.

Mobile Crane Hire Adelaide
Mobile Crane Hire Adelaide

Mobile Crane Capability And Setup

Every job is different — the “right” mobile crane setup depends on load weight, lift radius, access, and site restrictions. We’ll help match the crane configuration to your site based on:

  • Load weight and dimensions

  • Required boom length and working radius

  • Ground conditions and stability

  • Access routes and setup space

  • Overhead hazards (structures, power lines, traffic)

  • Lift method, rigging approach, and supervision needs

  • Timing constraints and staged lift planning

Lift Planning Considerations

Safe mobile crane operations rely on good planning — especially on Adelaide metro sites with traffic, pedestrians, limited access, or tight programs. Before confirming the job, we’ll work through:

01

Site access & traffic management

Routes, laydown, requirements, spotters/exclusion zones, and site coordination planning.

02

Ground conditions & stability

We check ground bearing capacity, slope, and surface hazards to ensure safe positioning and travel.

03

Overhead risks & clearances

We assess power lines, nearby structures, and required clearances to keep movements safe and controlled.

04

Load handling & lift method

We confirm the lift method, slinging approach, and attachment points. We include tag lines where required.

What Affects Mobile Crane Hire Cost?

Pricing for mobile crane hire in Adelaide typically depends on:

  • 1

    Hire duration (short lift vs multi-hour or staged works)

  • 2

    Travel and mobilisation to site

  • 3

    Crew requirements (operator, dogman/rigger, supervision)

  • 4

    Site complexity (tight access, live traffic, restricted paths)

  • 5

    Lift planning needs (documentation, site meetings, engineering input)

  • 6

    Permits or traffic control (where required)

  • 7

    Setup and downtime risk (waiting time, staged deliveries, access constraints)

If you can provide the load weight, pick location, set location, and site constraints, we can quote more accurately.

Mobile Crane Hire Adelaide

Safety & Compliance

Safety is central to how we plan and deliver every job. We follow site requirements, apply proven lift planning processes, and keep communication clear on site to help reduce risk and keep projects moving smoothly. From pre-start checks through to safe execution, our focus is on consistent, controlled operations from start to finish.

We also align with recognised industry safety and compliance frameworks, including CraneSafe and CICA, to support best-practice standards across our work.

Client Testimonials

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OFFICE LINE

1300 306 198

OUR LOCATION

10 Temple Ct, Ottoway SA 5013

WORKING HOURS

9:00AM – 5:00PM

FAQs

It depends on load weight, lift radius, placement height, and access. Send your lift details and we’ll recommend the best-fit crane setup.

Yes. We assist with lift planning and site coordination for complex or higher-risk lifts, live sites, and staged programs.

Yes — we regularly support lifts where access, traffic, pedestrians, or surrounding assets require controlled movement and careful planning.

Where required, we can include crew support based on the lift method and site requirements.

Call 1300 306 198 or send your lift details through the quote form and we’ll confirm availability and the best crane solution.

Service areas across Adelaide

We provide mobile crane hire across Adelaide metro and surrounding areas.

Adelaide North

Elizabeth Salisbury Mawson Lakes

Adelaide South

Marion Noarlunga Hallett Cove

Adelaide East

Norwood Burnside Glen Osmond

Adelaide West

Henley Beach Port Adelaide West Lakes

Adelaide Hills

Mount Barker Stirling Hahndorf

Not sure which area you fall under? Request a quote and we’ll confirm coverage and the best crane setup for your site.