Operating the largest crane fleet in Australia, backed by 23 strategically located branches, this comprehensive network empowers a consistent safe delivery to meet and exceed on clients expectations.
Freo Group’s fleet boasts over 480 modern and well-maintained crane units with an average age seven years and ranging from 3 tonnes to 800 tonnes in lifting capacity.
Freo Group invests over $40 million each year into new equipment, maintenance and upgrades to ensure added reliability and to provide industry-leading benefits for all clients.
Training
Freo Group is committed to ensuring that all employees have access to learning and development opportunities to pursue their career goals.
The growth and development of employees is a top priority for Freo Group which provides a wide range of training opportunities, from technical training to career pathways, which include the purchase of high-risk work licences, specific external programs aligned to individual growth plans and a comprehensive suite of customised leadership development programs.
Freo Group’s dedicated national training and safety teams ensure employees are appropriately verified for competency to perform high-risk work and provide ongoing training and development opportunities to ensure all employees can perform their jobs safely and effectively.
Career pathways and leadership development programs developed by Freo Group include:
Leadership Academy
Freo Groups Leadership Academy is a comprehensive leadership culture-building and behavioural change initiative, that will encompass all leaders within Freo Group. There are three independent leadership programs within the Leadership Academy which aim to elevate our leadership capabilities and overall performance. This initiative aligns seamlessly with Freo Group’s strategic priority of ‘Developing teams with passionate leaders and coaches’.
Leadership Pre and Post Program Evaluations
Prior to commencing their leadership journey each leader completes a 180 degree Leadership Competency Evaluation to assess their current skills, knowledge and capabilities. As part of this evaluation an individual growth plan is developed in conjunction with their leader to identify areas to focus on as part of their leadership development journey. The 180° Leadership Competency Evaluation is repeated at the conclusion of the program to track improvements.
MyEverythingDiSC
In addition to the 180° Leadership Competency Evaluation Freo Group has also invested in DiSC for every leader. DiSC is a personality profiling tool which helps to understand our own personality traits and the personality traits of others. DiSC will be used interchangeably throughout our Leadership Programs to assist leaders in understanding the needs of others to improve communication and relationships.
Freo Leadership Program for Supervisors
The Leadership Program for Supervisors commenced in July 2024, and approximately 60 supervisors will participate in this program over the next 24-36 months. This program is highly customised to Freo Group’s supervisor roles. There are a total of 14 modules clustered into 5 Learning blocks. Each learning block consists of pre work, two full days of face-to-face training and a workplace application task which is assessed.
After completing each successful learning block leaders receive a Credly Digital Badge which includes a digital summary of what they had to complete to achieve this.
Topics covered in this course include: Emotional Intelligence, leadership shadow, adapting your leadership style, strategy, performance management, coaching, leadership safety, innovation and continuous improvement, change management, risk management, incident investigation, presentation skills and customer engagement.
Freo Leadership program for Managers
The Leadership Program for Managers commenced in June 2024, approximately 30 managers will participate in this program over the next 24-36 months. This program is highly customised to Freo Group’s manager roles. There are a total of 16 modules clustered into six learning blocks. Each learning block consists of pre work, 2 x full days of face to face training, a workplace application tasks which is assessed and a 90-minute coaching session.
After completing each successful learning block, leaders receive a Credly Digital Badge which includes a digital summary of what they had to complete to achieve this.
Topics covered in this course include: Emotional Intelligence, leadership shadow, adapting your leadership style, strategy, performance management, coaching, leadership safety, innovation and continuous improvement, change management, risk management, financial management, negotiation and contract management, incident investigation and presentation skills.
Freo Executive Leadership Program
The Executive Leadership Program commenced in March 2024, and 20 senior leaders will participate in this program over the next 12 months. This program is highly customised to senior leader roles and relevant to Freo Group. There are a total of 15 modules clustered into 5 Learning blocks. Each learning block consists of pre work, 2 x full days of face to face training, a workplace application tasks which is assessed and a 90 minute coaching session.
After completing each successful learning block leaders receive a Credly Digital Badge which includes a digital summary of what they had to complete to achieve this.
Topics covered in this course include:
Emotional Intelligence, leadership shadow, adapting your leadership style, strategy, performance management, coaching, leadership safety, innovation and continuous improvement, change management, risk management, financial management, negotiation and contract management and employee relations.
Rigger to Operator Career Pathway
Freo Group provides full-time and long-term casual employees with a structured Rigger-to-Operator Pathway, offering comprehensive training for riggers aspiring to become crane operators. This pathway includes a series of progressive training steps over a 3–4 year period, covering the acquisition of all High Risk Work Licences (HRWL), truck licences, and extensive on-the-job training to develop the technical skills necessary for success as a crane operator.
Freo Advanced Skills Training
(FAST) Program
The FAST Program was developed to address the industry-wide shortage of skilled riggers while ensuring safety and quality standards are upheld before new riggers are sent to worksites. This initiative stems from the relatively low barrier to obtaining a rigging ticket, often without substantial hands-on experience. The program’s primary goal is to instil in riggers the principles of the “Freo Way of Lifting,” emphasising Safe Hands lifting practices, a professional and thoughtful approach to high-risk rigging tasks, adherence to “fit-for-work” standards, and a commitment to excellence in all aspects of their work. This two-week program is a paid Freo Group learning experience and to get involved speak to Freo Group’s recruitment team.
Virtual Reality Training
Virtual Reality Training is one of Freo Group’s innovative initiatives designed to enhance workforce training alongside traditional theoretical and practical programs. This value-added option in Freo Group’s training suite aims to inspire the next generation of crane operators by offering new team members an immersive learning experience. It provides employees with on-the-job training in a risk-free environment, covering the basics of rigging and allowing them to drive our cranes in realistic scenarios.
Freo Group recruitment drive:
Why is Freo Group an ideal destination for employment?
The importance of successfully attracting high calibre personnel can be demonstrated by the many initiatives and programs implemented by the company to ensure Freo Group provides personnel with a positive work environment, pathways of progression and specialised training courses.
• Significant workload of Contracts over the next 18 months, across both East and West of Australia.
• Offer opportunities for growth and development, allowing employees to enhance their skills and advance in their careers.
• Focus on employee well-being and work life balance – Support from BSS for you and direct family, and with private health discounts rolled out in March 2025.
How can interested individuals approach Freo Group?
Freo Group takes a direct approach to advertising available positions, primarily through SEEK. Be sure to visit the careers section of the Freo Group website for the latest openings. You can also find career opportunities posted on LinkedIn. For those seeking a more personal touch, connect with our Branch Managers and Business Development Managers, who will be actively engaged at local Career Pathway Programs in Karratha, Port Hedland and Moranbah. Take this opportunity to inquire about potential job openings directly.