Melbourne & Mornington Peninsula

Eyes on every lift. Controlled crane solutions.

From tight-access residential frameworks and pool placements to commercial steel erection. Hawk Cranes supplies reliable 20-ton Franna hire with qualified spotters and licensed dogmen across Melbourne and the Peninsula.

  • Franna Hire 20-Ton Fleet
  • Certified Dogman & Spotter
  • WorkSafe Victoria & CICA Member
Hawk Cranes 20-ton Franna mobile crane performing precision lifting on a residential site
Live Lift Telemetry
Radius: 14.2m | Rating: 20T Franna
Trusses, Steel & Prefab
Pools, Spas & Machinery

Operational Capabilities & Crew

Core Lifting Solutions

Equipped with a high-capacity 20-ton Franna mobile crane and dedicated, certified site personnel. We handle complex placement challenges with surgical accuracy across Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula.

Franna AT-20 Mobile Crane
Primary Mobile Plant

Franna AT-20 Mobile Crane

Versatile, tight-access mobile crane engineered for pick-and-carry lifting across construction, residential, and civil job sites in Melbourne.

Rated Capacity20.0 T
Max Hook Height19.5 M
Articulated Steering40 DEG
Site Access RatingTIGHT-ZONE
20T FrannaCICA CertifiedWorkSafe Compliant
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Certified Rigging & Dogman
Site Operations Crew

Certified Rigging & Dogman

Licensed dogmen managing load calculations, sling configurations, visual signals, and multi-point balance for smooth crane operations.

Crew CertificationDG / RB CLASS
Lifting Gear CheckDAILY LOGGED
Radio ProtocolUHF DIRECT
Safety StandardAS 2550.1
Licensed DogmanRigging SpecialistSafety First
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Electrical & Hazard Spotter
Surveillance & Control

Electrical & Hazard Spotter

Registered safety observers managing electrical clearance zones, pedestrian perimeters, and active plant boundaries on every lift.

Clearance ScopeNO-GO ZONES
Vic Network CardESV ENDORSED
Visual Oversight360-DEG SURVEIL
Site Risk ProtocolSWMS COMPLIANT
Registered SpotterESV ApprovedEyes on Every Lift
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"Eyes On Every Lift" Safety Philosophy

Every dispatch includes verified pre-lift checks, direct radio signaling, and certified WorkSafe Victoria compliance.

Operational Rigging Sectors

Specialized Lift Capabilities

Whether for a single domestic placement or an ongoing commercial structural contract, Hawk Cranes provides high-capacity 20-ton Franna mobility paired with accredited Dogman and Spotter crews.

CICA Member Accredited WorkSafe Victoria Standards Eyes on Every Lift
Structural Steel Erection
Commercial & Industrial
Structural Steel Erection
Surgical placement of universal beams, structural portal frames, and high-tensile lintels in congested Melbourne envelopes.
SpecificationUp to 20t pick & carry | Tight radius
Prefab Walls & Hebel Panels
Modern Construction
Prefab Walls & Hebel Panels
Precise panel manipulation, AAC Hebel placement, and modular precast wall panels with certified rigging control.
SpecificationZero tilt drift | Rigging certified
Roof Sheets & Flashings
Envelope & Cladding
Roof Sheets & Flashings
Long-pack corrugated bundle lifts to steep pitched frames and commercial roof spans without sheet deformation.
SpecificationMulti-point slings | High clearance
Timber & Pos-Strut Trusses
Residential Framing
Timber & Pos-Strut Trusses
Rapid delivery of gang-nail trusses and floor joists safely seated on top plates for residential builders.
SpecificationSafe boom reach | Rapid cycle
Air Conditioning & Chiller Units
Mechanical Services
Air Conditioning & Chiller Units
Rooftop mechanical placement, compressor exchanges, and HVAC air handling units with spotter clearance.
SpecificationVibration-free drop | Precision guide
Swimming Pools & Spas
Domestic Placements
Swimming Pools & Spas
Over-roof fiberglass shell and swim spa installations navigating trees, power easements, and tight suburban fence lines.
SpecificationBlind lift coordination | Certified spotters
Heavy Plant & Factory Machinery
Industrial Relocations
Heavy Plant & Factory Machinery
CNC milling beds, injection molders, generators, and industrial switchboards lifted and shifted across plant floors.
SpecificationLow-headroom mobility | 20t Franna capacity

Custom Project Consultation

Have an atypical pick, blind drop, or restricted clearance site in Melbourne or the Mornington Peninsula?

Franna Hire:20 Ton Mobile

Crew:Spotter & Dogman

Coverage:Melbourne & Peninsula

Accredited Crane Crew On Every Assignment

Every lift plan includes certified dogmen and spotters to guarantee strict WorkSafe safety and zero site disruption.

Operational Compliance & Verification

Built on verified safety and Australian standards

CICA MEMBERREG: CICA-VIC
Crane Industry Council of Australia

Hawk Cranes operates under the rigorous operational benchmarks of the Crane Industry Council of Australia. Every lift plan, boom deflection standard, and mobile crane procedure aligns with national lifting frameworks.

Annual compliance audits & certified plant equipment
WORKSAFE COMPLIANTSTD: AS 2550.5
Certified Rigging & Site Safety

With dedicated spotters and licensed dogmen on site, our team enforces proactive hazard mitigation on Melbourne and Mornington Peninsula worksites. Strict adherence to WorkSafe Victoria and Australian Crane Standards.

Licensed electrical spotters & qualified dogmen crew
FULL COVERAGEPOL: 20M-PL
Comprehensive Comprehensive Cover

Every machine movement carries high-limit public liability and comprehensive mobile plant protection. We issue immediate certificates of currency and lift-specific risk assessments before any machinery mobilises.

Comprehensive public liability & machine damage cover
Telemetry & FeasibilityCICA Member Standards

Request a Crane Quote

Tell us about your lift location, access specifications, and materials. Our certified dispatch operators assess tonnage charts and provide clear, itemized rates.

Job Specifications Form

Ref: 20T-FRN-ENG

Provide structural weight and radius requirements for accurate plant allocation.

Optional: tentative dates can be confirmed on call.

Direct dispatch confirmation within 2 business hours

Direct Rigging Line

Immediate assistance for on-site emergencies & schedule adjustments.

Direct Site Crew

Connect to WhatsApp

Transmit site photos, drawings, and access videos directly to our lift superintendent.

Chat On WhatsApp

Technical Engineering Email

Admin@hawkcranes.com.au

Forward lift plans, engineering reports, and architectural DWG files.

Service Radius Coverage

Melbourne & Mornington Peninsula: Full mobilization for residential builds, structural steel erection, air conditioning lifts, factory machinery moving, and pool placements.

Available by appointment & scheduled site shifts

Certified Riggers & Dogmen

Every lift is managed by accredited crew adhering to WorkSafe Victoria protocols.

20-Ton Mobile Franna Capacity

Compact pick-and-carry capability ideal for restricted access sites.

Melbourne & Peninsula Reach

Rapid mobilization from central depots to both residential and commercial zones.

24/7 Mobile Dispatch Active|Melbourne & Mornington Peninsula
CICA Member Accredited

Dedicated mobile crane solutions with certified 20-ton Franna hire, spotters, and dogmen. Delivering precise and safe lifts across commercial and residential sites.

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Core Capabilities

  • Franna Hire 20 Ton Crane
  • Steel Erection & Trusses
  • Prefab Walls & Cladding
  • Machinery & Pool Lifts
  • Spotter & Dogman Certified

Operational Reach

Melbourne & Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Australia
Available by appointment; 24/7 emergency site scheduling

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