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| APU Excavations & Rentals 

APU Excavations & Rentals provides a complete range of excavation and machinery hire services across Southeast Queensland.

Whether you’re managing a civil works project, preparing a construction site, or need precision non-destructive digging, our team delivers fast, compliant, and efficient solutions.

With both Wet Hire and Dry Hire options available, our clients benefit from flexibility, safety, and access to modern, well-maintained equipment operated by certified professionals when required. 

Wet Hire Services (With Operator)

All Wet Hire services include skilled, fully certified operators with Defence clearance and deep site experience. 

Specialised Excavation and Utility Services 

Vacuum Excavation

Non-destructive digging using high-pressure water and vacuum systems for precise, safe excavation around underground assets. 

Hydro Excavation

Safe, precise digging around utilities and sensitive assets.

Non-Destructive Digging

Minimises surface disruption and meets compliance standards.

Hydro Jetting

High-pressure water jetting for blocked pipelines and infrastructure.

Drain Cleaning

Effective removal of sediment, grease and debris.

Liquid Waste Removal

Collection and management of non-hazardous wastewater from construction or civil sites.

Contaminated Waste Removal

Safe removal of contaminated soil, slurry, or liquids from construction and industrial sites with full regulatory compliance.

Service Locating

Underground asset detection to prevent costly strikes.

Equipment with Operator

Excavator Hire

From tight-access digs to heavy-duty civil works.

Skid Steer Hire

Efficient for confined spaces and quick material movement.

Posi Track Hire

Ideal for soft ground, landscaping and bulk earthmoving.

Tipper Hire

Efficient haulage of soil, debris and aggregates.

Combo Hire

Bundled excavator or skid steer with tipper truck for maximum productivity.

Job Types We Tackle

This service is useful for a number of applications, including: 

Need an experienced operator and machinery for your next job? Contact us today for tailored Wet Hire solutions. 

Dry Hire Services (Without Operator)

APU offers a reliable fleet of well-maintained machinery for self-managed use. 

For contractors and experienced operators 

Micro Excavators

Ideal for confined residential or indoor jobs. 

Mini Excavators

Compact and powerful for landscaping or trenching.

Midi Excavators

Mid-range for broader civil or commercial applications.

Skid Steer Loaders

Ideal for confined sites, light demolition, or tight-access material handling.

Posi Track Loaders

Tracked machines designed for soft terrain, landscaping, and bulk earthmoving Excellent for grading, earthmoving, and tight site access.

Mini Tippers

Agile hauling of light to medium materials.

Generators

Site power for tools, lighting or emergency support.

Construction Equipment

Broad range available for short or long-term hire.

What This Gear Can Do

Looking to manage your own project with quality machinery? Get in touch for flexible Dry Hire equipment solutions. 

We Also offer a 30-Day Trade Account

30+ years

of combined industry experience

Why Choose APU Excavations & Rentals

What Our Clients Say: Real Project Outcomes

“We’ve used APU twice during our home and business renovations. Communication, reliability, and delivery were flawless. The team went above and beyond. We’ll be using APU for all future works.”
Bree Nye

Residential Client

“I requested an urgent quote for works to be carried out on a Saturday. Dan responded quickly and professionally. All special requirements were met, the client was impressed, and everything ran smoothly. I truly appreciate your work and recommend APU to anyone.”
Warwick Roberts

CV Services

“Number 1 team for everything excavation. We’ve hired multiple excavators and vac trucks always on time, never let us down. Highly recommended.”
Brenton Lehmann

Industry Contractor

Delivery or Collection Across Southeast Queensland

APU provides equipment delivery across Brisbane, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Sunshine Coast and surrounding areas, directly from our operations yard in Yatala. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

The difference between Wet Hire and Dry Hire is that Wet Hire includes both the equipment and a certified operator, while Dry Hire provides only the machinery for use by the client’s own team. 

Yes, APU offers same-day delivery for excavation and hire equipment across Southeast Queensland, depending on availability and location. 

Yes, APU’s operators are fully certified and ticketed for all relevant machinery. Many also hold Defence clearance for secure site access. 

Yes, equipment hire is available 7 days a week, including weekends and public holidays, with flexible terms tailored to your project. 

APU delivers excavation and equipment hire services across Brisbane, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba and nearby areas from our Yatala operations base. 

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