What began as a modest rigging company with a second hand Franna has grown into a formidable lifting and rigging force servicing Perth’s Tier One construction sector. Under the leadership of husband-and-wife team Kevin and Tanya Fitzgerald, Rigsafe Lifting Solutions is now marking its 10th year in business with more than 70 staff, a fleet of 17 cranes, and a new 10,000 sqm facility in High Wycombe, which is set to launch the company into its next phase of growth.
“We started out predominantly as a rigging company focused in the construction space. Now, we’ve grown into a leading force in lifting and rigging,” Kevin said. “For the last 18 months, we’ve been working on significant Tier One projects like the Alua Elevated Rail project and new Perth Film Studios, where they’re going to make movies. It’s exciting.”
Evolving Beyond Rigging
While rigging remains a core strength, Rigsafe today delivers far more. The company offers an integrated service model that includes full equipment hire, access solutions, labour hire, experienced project managers, and crane lift specialists. This end-to-end approach allows clients to benefit from a single, coordinated provider across multiple scopes of work.
“We’re not just riggers – we’re a one-stop shop for lifting, access, labour and planning,” Tanya said. “Our clients come to us for solutions, and we have the capability, systems and people to deliver what they need, when they need it.”
The Evolution of a Culture
Tanya credits the team and culture for Rigsafe’s evolution from subcontractor to trusted Tier One service provider.
“Over the years, we’ve built a team of high-calibre individuals who not only bring experience but also embody a positive, solutions-focused mindset. That culture –which we now call ‘The Rigsafe Way™’ – has become the backbone of our service,” she said.
It’s more than a catchphrase. Rigsafe has formally trademarked ‘The Rigsafe Way™’ to capture the values and behaviours that define every interaction with the company.
“From quoting and planning through to execution and invoicing, every touchpoint reflects our ‘can-do’ approach, where the client’s needs are always front and centre.”
A Culture of Transparency and Trust
Kevin explains that ‘The Rigsafe Way™’ is just as evident internally as it is to clients.
“Our communication is open, honest, and based on mutual respect.
“If something’s not right, it’s flagged early. We encourage 360-degree feedback, and problem-solving is collaborative – not reactive.”
Before joining the business, every prospective employee receives a copy of Rigsafe’s mission statement and values, so expectations are clear from the outset.
“We’re crew-centric and client-centric, and people know that from day one. Our team wear the brand with pride – it means something to them, and they want to do a good job,” Kevin said. “Doing the right thing isn’t always the easy thing. But our values guide us, and we never shy away from a hard conversation when it’s in the best interest of the team or our clients.”
Positioned for Growth – Into Defence and Mining
With every dollar over the past decade reinvested into the business, Rigsafe is now poised for its next chapter. Its new headquarters allow for a doubling of office staff capacity and supports an expanding equipment fleet.
Looking ahead, the company’s growth strategy includes expanding into the defence and mining sectors – two areas where safety, precision, and reliability are paramount.
“Our systems, people and capabilities are well-aligned with the expectations of the defence sector, and we’re already in the process of aligning with key requirements like DISP (Australian Defence Industry Security Program) membership,” Tanya said. “Mining is another area of growth where our integrated service offering is a natural fit. We’re excited about what the next 10 years will bring,” Kevin added.
The Fleet
Rigsafe operates a modern and diverse fleet, including mobile cranes with lifting capacities up to 160 tonnes, a fleet of Magni rotating telehandlers, boom lifts reaching up to 150 feet, and a range of Maeda spider cranes. The fleet also includes scissor lifts with overwatch, mechanical rigging gear rated up to 100 tonnes, and a suite of transport equipment such as prime movers, tilt trays, and mobile rigging utes – ensuring rapid deployment and full-service delivery across complex projects.
“We’ve kept our fleet consistent and modern, particularly with Tadano cranes, because operator familiarity boosts efficiency. With our own transport capability, we can manage logistics in-house and deliver greater flexibility to our clients,” Kevin noted.
Certified, Award-Winning, and Community Focused
Rigsafe is triple-certified (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) and a recognised leader in safety. In 2023, the business was awarded the WorkSafe Plan Platinum Certificate of Achievement and named Subcontractor of the Year at the Master Builders WA Excellence in Construction Awards.
In 2025, Tanya was honoured as a WA Business News 40 under 40 Award winner, taking out the Family Business category, further recognising Rigsafe’s values-driven leadership and long-term investment into building people, capability, and culture.
The company is also deeply committed to community impact. Rigsafe proudly supports initiatives such as:
• Mates in Construction (partnering to support mental health in construction)
• Toby FCC Charity (supporting children with cancer and research)
• Sponsorship of all six local football clubs, as well as staff children’s netball, swimming clubs, WA School Sports and the Special Children’s Christmas Party
“We’re here to lift our industry, prioritise solutions, and deliver exceptional service to our clients, crew, and community,” Tanya said. “That’s ‘The Rigsafe Way’™.”