Women in Cranes and Lifting day inspires the next generation
Summary
The Women in Cranes and Lifting day in Campbelltown showcased career opportunities in the construction sector, encouraging women to envision themselves in skilled roles.
Why It Matters
This event is significant as it addresses gender stereotypes in construction, promotes diversity, and highlights the potential for women to excel in high-paying roles traditionally dominated by men. By providing hands-on experience and mentorship, it aims to inspire the next generation of female leaders in the industry.
Key Takeaways
- Hands-on training helps women visualize careers in construction.
- The event aimed to dismantle stereotypes about women in heavy machinery roles.
- Participants learned about high earning potential in crane and hoist operations.
- Mentorship from women in the industry fosters a supportive environment.
- Promoting diversity in construction helps address labor shortages.
Participants of the Women in Cranes and Lifting day had the opportunity to learn from women already working in the industry. (Images: NexGen) A Women in Cranes and Lifting day held in Campbelltown has shown attendees the breadth of opportunity available in the sector. By Lauren Fahey, executive director at NexGen. When you ask a group of women what comes to mind when they think of cranes, hoists or dogging, you usually get: “no idea”, “sounds dangerous”, or “isn’t that a job for men?” Lauren Fahey, executive director at NexGen. So, we decided to change that. In November 2025, NexGen teamed up with Workforce Australia – Local Jobs Program (Sydney South West), Incolink’s Women in Construction Program and Tower Crane Training (TCT) to host a Women in Cranes and Lifting day in Campbelltown. It was a hands-on, boots-on kind of day, designed to shine a spotlight on a side of construction too few women ever see. Participants got to dive headfirst into dogging signals, hoists, crane operations and the teamwork and precision you need when you’re lifting the skyline. Women already working in the industry helped with the training, with the purpose of showing attendees the skills, the opportunity and that they belong there. For many, it was the first time these women could see themselves in high-vis, hard hats on, standing in front of the machinery not as spectators but as operators. That kind of exposure matters more than we think. You can’t imagine yourself in a job if you’ve never ...
