Our company
Ricbuilt Heavy Industries is a family-owned industrial manufacturing company with a proud history dating back to 1998. Founded by Ric and Karen Neilsen, and now led by General Manager Kodey Neilsen, we have grown into a trusted partner for mining and heavy industry businesses across Australia and beyond.
Our purpose is clear: to create high-quality fabricated products that improve safety and efficiency in maintenance environments. We specialise in custom-engineered access platforms, stands, safety rails, and other solutions that meet strict compliance standards and withstand the harshest conditions.
We deliver end-to-end service, from concept and engineering design through to fabrication and delivery. Every product is backed by engineering certification and built to meet or exceed Australian Standards, giving our clients confidence in safety and reliability.
When you work with Ricbuilt, you’re partnering with a company that values integrity, quality, and long-term relationships.
Our team
Leadership team
Kodey Neilsen
General Manager
Trent Logan
Operations Coordinator
Ty Young
Stacie Mccormack
Workshop Coordinator
Karen Neilsen
Administration Manager
Jason Pinnington
Draftsman
Kyle Watson
Draftsman
Dillon Winbank
Leading Hand
FAQs
At Ricbuilt, all our products are engineer-certified, so we can deliver high-quality products that meet Australian standards. This ensures compliance with strict industry guidelines, guaranteeing safety, durability, and reliability in every project we undertake.
Whether it’s custom designs or specialised functionality, our commitment to professional excellence means we can provide innovative, client-focused products without compromising on quality or compliance.
Our products can – and have – been shipped worldwide, reaching clients across a range of industries. Each order is carefully packed and secured to ensure it arrives in perfect condition, with every detail considered for damage-free delivery no matter the destination.
A Safety Maintenance Access Platform is a purpose-built elevated structure designed to give workers safe and easy access to hard-to-reach areas. These platforms typically feature anti-slip surfaces, safety handrails, and guardrails for fall protection. Depending on the application, they can be fixed, mobile on wheels, or height adjustable, allowing for flexible use in a wide range of environments and on various machinery.
Whether you’re conducting routine servicing on a large mining haul truck, inspecting aircraft fuselage, or accessing port machinery, these platforms are vital for safe and efficient operations.
All our products are fabricated in our Mackay-based workshop by qualified and experienced tradesmen. Our platforms are assembled and thoroughly checked before being packed and ready for shipment worldwide.
While we offer a wide range of products to suit various needs, we can also customise solutions tailored specifically to your worksite and machinery requirements.
Ricbuilt platforms stand out from the rest because they’re built with uncompromising strength, exceptional durability, and the highest quality standards. Each platform is engineered to withstand the toughest conditions, ensuring long-lasting performance and reliability on any worksite. With precision craftsmanship and rigorous quality control, Ricbuilt delivers platforms you can trust to keep your team safe and your operations running smoothly.
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