Grow your business with the next generation of Crane specialists
Train talent your way with on-the-job learning across Level 3 & Level 4 strands (Dogman and Overhead, Mobile, Crawler and Tower). Build capability in your business while they earn.
Match workforce to lifting demand across construction sites, wharves, and factories. Apprentices gain varied, real-world experience and work effectively as part of your lifting team.
Structured training emphasises pre-use checks, lifting plans and communication. Need specific units? Use casual credits to meet ACOP requirements and up-skill where it counts.
Train talent your way with on-the-job learning across Level 3 & Level 4 strands (Dogman and Overhead, Mobile, Crawler and Tower). Build capability in your business while they earn.
Match workforce to lifting demand across construction sites, wharves, and factories. Apprentices gain varied, real-world experience and work effectively as part of your lifting team.
Structured training emphasises pre-use checks, lifting plans and communication. Need specific units? Use casual credits to meet ACOP requirements and up-skill where it counts.
Train talent your way with on-the-job learning across Level 3 & Level 4 strands (Dogman and Overhead, Mobile, Crawler and Tower). Build capability in your business while they earn.
Match workforce to lifting demand across construction sites, wharves, and factories. Apprentices gain varied, real-world experience and work effectively as part of your lifting team.
Structured training emphasises pre-use checks, lifting plans and communication. Need specific units? Use casual credits to meet ACOP requirements and up-skill where it counts.
Three simple ways to set crane apprentices up to succeed on site and progress through strands faster.
Rotate apprentices through tasks that match your plant and chosen strand(s)—pre-use checks, slinging & signalling, lifts under supervision, basic maintenance, and documentation. Exposure might include overhead (cab/pendant), truck loader, self-erecting tower, or site dogman work.
Demonstrate once, supervise closely, and sign off competencies. Small wins daily build safe, confident operators.
Allow time for on-job evidence and theory. Apprentices complete strands within the New Zealand Certificates in Cranes (Level 3 then Level 4). Your support with scheduling assessments and providing suitable lifting scenarios keeps progress moving.
Need specific units to meet site or ACOP requirements? Use casual credits to up-skill in targeted areas.
Provide PPE and maintain equipment; emphasise lifting plans, clear comms, and pre-start checks. Encourage questions and stop-work for hazards. Keep tags/inspections current and document handovers.
A strong safety culture keeps apprentices engaged, protects people and plant, and lifts quality on every job.
Fill out the form and our team will be in touch to guide you through the process, answer your questions, and help you take the next step in growing your workforce.
Already have someone ready, or need help? We’ll confirm eligibility and the right pathway through Level 3 to Level 4 strands that fit your operation (e.g., Dogman, Overhead, Truck Loader, Self-erecting Tower → Mobile, Crawler, Tower, etc.).
We set up the EarnLearn training agreement and induction. You organise PPE and site onboarding; we align expectations and get assessment started so learning can begin on the job.
Apprentices work under your supervision on real tasks: pre-use checks, slinging & signalling, basic lifts under direction, documentation, and equipment care, matched to your plant and chosen strands.
They complete theory and assessments alongside on-job evidence. Need specific units to meet site or ACOP requirements? Use casual credits to up-skill in targeted areas.
Your EarnLearn Account Manager checks in regularly, helps with evidence and sign-offs, and keeps progress moving from Level 3 into Level 4 specialisations.
Already have someone ready, or need help? We’ll confirm eligibility and the right pathway through Level 3 to Level 4 strands that fit your operation (e.g., Dogman, Overhead, Truck Loader, Self-erecting Tower → Mobile, Crawler, Tower, etc.).
We set up the EarnLearn training agreement and induction. You organise PPE and site onboarding; we align expectations and get assessment started so learning can begin on the job.
Apprentices work under your supervision on real tasks: pre-use checks, slinging & signalling, basic lifts under direction, documentation, and equipment care, matched to your plant and chosen strands.
They complete theory and assessments alongside on-job evidence. Need specific units to meet site or ACOP requirements? Use casual credits to up-skill in targeted areas.
Your EarnLearn Account Manager checks in regularly, helps with evidence and sign-offs, and keeps progress moving from Level 3 into Level 4 specialisations.
Already have someone ready, or need help? We’ll confirm eligibility and the right pathway through Level 3 to Level 4 strands that fit your operation (e.g., Dogman, Overhead, Truck Loader, Self-erecting Tower → Mobile, Crawler, Tower, etc.).
We set up the EarnLearn training agreement and induction. You organise PPE and site onboarding; we align expectations and get assessment started so learning can begin on the job.
Apprentices work under your supervision on real tasks: pre-use checks, slinging & signalling, basic lifts under direction, documentation, and equipment care, matched to your plant and chosen strands.
They complete theory and assessments alongside on-job evidence. Need specific units to meet site or ACOP requirements? Use casual credits to up-skill in targeted areas.
Your EarnLearn Account Manager checks in regularly, helps with evidence and sign-offs, and keeps progress moving from Level 3 into Level 4 specialisations.
We’re here to help with onboarding, choosing strands, and keeping progress on track. Talk to our team any time.
Contact us to discuss your operation and plant. We’ll confirm eligibility, set up the EarnLearn training agreement, and onboard you and your apprentice to the right pathway: start with Level 3, then progress into Level 4 specialisations.
Level 3: Cab-controlled overhead, Dogman, Pendant-controlled overhead, Self-erecting tower, Truck loader.
Level 4: Advanced Dogman, Crawler, Mini crawler, Mobile, Non-slewing articulated, Tower.
You’ll have an EarnLearn Account Manager for check-ins, planning, and progress tracking—plus guidance on assessments, scheduling theory/learning, and programme requirements.
Provide quality on-job training matched to your plant and chosen strands, supervise appropriately, allow time for assessments and theory, and maintain safe, compliant lifting practices (pre-use checks, lifting plans, comms, equipment maintenance).
Yes, use casual credits to complete individual units for ACOP/site requirements or targeted up-skilling, without enrolling in a full strand.
EarnLearn provides free, specialised learning and wellbeing support services to all apprentices and employers during their training.
Our nationwide team of dedicated EarnLearn Account Managers (AM) are your ‘go-to’ for all things related to your apprentice’s training. They help coordinate off-job and on-job learning, and can provide support from enrolment through to completion.
We check in on our apprentices every 8 weeks throughout their training to ensure they are supported in all ways.
If you have any questions, give them a call.
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If you’re overseas, please phone
+64 09 9051748
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