What this class covers
ANZSIC class 3292 classifies businesses that provide construction machinery along with qualified operators for hire. These businesses don't just rent equipment - they supply both the machine and the skilled operator needed to operate it safely and effectively. This classification applies to companies that specialise in making specialised construction equipment available to construction sites, mining operations, and infrastructure projects across Australia.
Typical businesses in this category include crane hire companies that provide mobile cranes with certified crane operators for building construction or industrial projects. It also includes businesses that hire out concrete pumping equipment with operators for residential and commercial concrete placements. Other examples include companies providing specialised access equipment like scissor lifts or boom lifts with trained operators, or those offering piling rigs and operators for foundation work.
Primary activities in plain English
- Hiring out construction cranes along with certified crane operators
- Providing concrete pumping equipment with trained pump operators
- Supplying elevated work platforms (scissor lifts, boom lifts) with operators
- Hiring out piling equipment and operators for foundation work
- Providing other specialised construction machinery with qualified operators (excluding earthmoving equipment)
Exclusions and nearby codes
This class specifically excludes businesses that hire out earthmoving equipment with operators. Activities such as hiring excavators, bulldozers, graders, or other earthmoving plant with operators are classified under ANZSIC 3212 (Site Preparation Services) instead.
Businesses that hire construction machinery without operators fall under a different classification in the Rental, Hiring and Real Estate Services division. Additionally, businesses that primarily provide construction labour without specialised equipment would typically be classified elsewhere in the Construction Services subdivision.
Practical guidance
When registering your business with the Australian Business Register, use Business Industry Code (BIC) 32920, which corresponds directly to this ANZSIC classification. This ensures correct classification for tax purposes and business activity statements.
Businesses in this industry should be aware of state-based licensing requirements for certain equipment operations, particularly for crane operations which often require specific high-risk work licenses. Workers' compensation insurance classifications will typically fall under construction-related categories, but you should verify with your state's WorkCover authority for precise requirements.
Keep detailed records of equipment usage and operator qualifications, as these may be required for compliance with workplace health and safety regulations. Some government tenders or construction projects may require specific certifications for both equipment and operators.