About The Smithbridge Group

Smithbridge Group and our associates comprise a portfolio of well-known construction services and equipment hire brands throughout Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Region. While each of our organisations holds their own unique market position, all are known for providing high quality, innovative construction and equipment services.

With a rich history spanning 50 years, Smithbridge Group still remains a 100% family owned business. Founded in Rangiora, New Zealand in 1964 as John C Smith Contractors Ltd, Group Managing Director Albert Smith inherited his father’s business in 1986. Albert’s brother Tim also inherited part of the business which today operates as Smith Cranes and Construction in New Zealand.

The Group has since grown to over 800 employees, 500 units of equipment, and has expanded its service offering to crane hire, transport solutions, engineering, civil and marine construction, aggregate and construction materials, ready mix concrete and precast concrete.