About Corellian

Our Story

At Corellian, we understand the critical importance of seamless and efficient rigging and construction operations for the successful completion of major projects. Established in 2009 by industry veterans Anthony Micallef and Gary Jefferson, our company was founded on the unwavering mission to provide the highest standards of rigging services.

Our team of highly skilled professionals boasts a comprehensive range of expertise, including metal fabrication, plastering, carpentry, plumbing, and bricklaying. This diverse skillset enables us to tackle any challenge on any construction site with confidence and precision.

Corellian takes pride in our ability to safely and efficiently relocate loads up to 50 tonnes in weight, as well as delicate and sensitive equipment such as data servers. Our whole-package approach to rigging has earned us a reputation as an industry leader.

200+
Years Combined Experience
2000+
Projects Completed
50T
Maximum Load Capacity

Our Services Overview

Expert Rigging Services

Corellian provides comprehensive rigging solutions combining professional expertise in rigging, dogging, craneage and traffic control. We specialize in the safe installation, removal and relocation of heavy machinery and delicate equipment.

  • HVAC and electrical equipment installation and relocation
  • Generators, chillers, boilers, transformers, tanks, cooling towers, and mechanical plant
  • Structural steel erection and metalwork
  • Wind turbine assembly and installation
  • Materials handling and access solutions
  • Coordination with cranes, vertical hoisting, scaffolding, traffic control and transport logistics

Our experienced team handles everything from delicate switchboards to massive industrial equipment, ensuring safe transport through any space to any location.

Professional rigging services

Comprehensive Demolition

Our demolition services cover everything from base-building to detailed services removal. We specialize in the careful demolition and removal of HVAC system, equipment and building components.

  • Chillers and boilers - cooling and heating systems
  • HVAC systems and electrical equipment
  • Hydraulic, mechanical, and refrigerant pipework removal
  • Concrete plinths and structures
  • Structural steel and architectural elements

We provide complete penetration services and can demolish masonry, partition walls, suspended ceilings, and all types of building materials with precision and safety.

Professional demolition services

Precision Building Works

From complete plant room retrofits to concrete work and temporary structures, our building services cover all architectural trade requirements. We provide both base-building and fit-out solutions to complement our heavy equipment relocation and installation.

  • Concrete plinths, inertia bases, and structural elements
  • Roof alterations and penetrations
  • Partition walls and ceiling systems
  • Metalwork fabrication and installation
  • Temporary works and access solutions

Our comprehensive approach includes design and construct services, ensuring all architectural obligations are met for your HVAC and electrical services contracts.

Professional building works

Precision Building Works

From complete plant room retrofits to concrete work and temporary structures, our building services cover all architectural trade requirements. We provide both base-building and fit-out solutions.

  • Chillers, boilers, pumps, fans, air handling units (AHUs), airconditioning Units (ACUs), switchboards, transformers, generators, motors and compressors
  • Fan wall units (FWUs), computer room air conditioning (CRAC) units
  • Prefabricated riser modules - survey to get set out, levels, prepare brackets and shaft for installation
Reliable equipment movement

Precision Building Works

Corellian can provide bespoke support systems for your new equipment in both galvanised aluminium and aluminium with design, drafting and certification. We can also construct a certified custom rigging apparatus to meet the needs of the job safely and efficiently.

  • Custom rigging apparatus - E.g.: temporary and permanent monorails
  • Structural steel equipment platforms and catwalks
  • Equipment plinth and support frames
  • Custom stands and hangers
  • Fabrication with MIG and TIG welding for aluminium and carbon steel with onsite service available
Custom fabrication

Our Directors

Meet the experienced leaders who founded and continue to drive Corellian's success.

Anthony Micallef

Anthony Micallef

Managing Director & Co-Founder

Industry veteran with over 30+ years of experience in rigging and construction operations.

Anthony co-founded Corellian in 2009 with a vision to revolutionise the HVAC rigging industry through comprehensive, whole-package rigging solutions. With over three decades of hands-on experience, he has personally overseen some of Australia's most challenging rigging projects.

His expertise spans across all aspects of heavy lifting, from delicate medical equipment installations to massive industrial machinery relocations. Anthony's commitment to safety, integrity, and innovation has established Corellian as a trusted name in the industry.

Under his leadership, Corellian has grown from a small specialized team to Australia's premier equipment rigging service provider, maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety across all operations.

Gary Jefferson

Gary Jefferson

Operations Director & Co-Founder

Expert in operational excellence and strategic project management with 30+ years experience.

Gary Jefferson brings a unique combination of technical expertise and strategic thinking to Corellian's operations. As co-founder, he has been instrumental in developing the company's systematic approach to complex rigging challenges.

His background in rigging operations and construction management ensures that every Corellian project is executed with precision, on time, and within budget. Gary's focus on continuous improvement has led to numerous innovations in rigging techniques, diverse equipment, and safety protocols.

He oversees all major project operations and complex rigging solutions, maintaining Corellian's reputation for delivering impossible-seeming projects with the reliability and professionalism that clients have come to expect.

Our Team

Our skilled professionals bring together decades of specialized experience across multiple trades.

Ricky Kelderman

Ricky Kelderman

Rigging Supervisor / Project Manager
15 years experience in heavy machinery rigging and project management
Glen Rieser

Glen Rieser

Workshop and Logistics Manager
20 years in construction, transport and warehousing
Tony Farrell

Tony Farrell

Preconstruction Manager
18 years in machining and rigging works
Raika Meyham

Raika Meyham

Project Estimator
15 years in building and construction project estimation
Jason White

Jason White

Safety Manager
25 years in HVAC and workplace safety
Dennis Jacob

Dennis Jacob

Lead Engineer
10 years in engineering and project safety
Raewyn Smith

Raewyn Smith

Financial Controller
20 years in finance and accounts
Glen Preskett

Glen Preskett

Senior Project Manager
25 years in mechanical project management
Rosabella

Rosabella

Customer Service & Administration
20 years in customer service and administration
Cameron

Cameron Hayward

Operations Manager
15 years in crane and rigging projects
David Kairouz

David Kairouz

Rigging Safety Officer
3 years in rigging safety
Fatima

Fatima

Accounts
5 years in accounts management