Excavator Hire in
| Brisbane and Southeast Queensland

At APU Excavations & Rentals, we provide 1 to 8.5 tonne excavators ready to operate across Brisbane, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba and surrounding areas.
We handle delivery and collection to and from your site, ensuring punctuality and operational efficiency. 

Excavator Hire Services 

We supply excavators suited for civil, commercial, and residential projects.

Our fleet includes compact units for tight-access jobs and heavier equipment for demanding earthworks. We offer both wet hire (with certified operator on site) and dry hire (excavator only).

Bobact hire is also available as part of our earthmoving service. 

Available Excavator Models 

We offer a wide range of excavators:

1 Tonne Excavator 

1.7 Tonne Excavator 

2.6 Tonne Excavator 

3.5 Tonne Excavator 

5 Tonne Excavator 

6.5 Tonne Excavator 

Wet or Dry Hire Options

Choose the hire method that best suits your team and project requirements:

Wet Hire

 Equipment supplied with a certified APU operator

Dry Hire

Equipment only, for teams with licensed personnel

Available for wet hire (with operator) or dry hire (equipment only).
You can select your preferred option directly in our quote request form.

Complete your Project with our wide range of Construction Equipment Hire Fleet

Support your next project with reliable, site ready machinery available for short-term or long-term hire:

All machines are meticulously maintained and ready for immediate dispatch.

Explore Our Skid Steer, Posi Track and Bobcat Loader Hire Options 

In addition to excavators, APU also offers a full range of compact loader hire options.

Whether you’re after a skid steer loader, a posi track for soft ground, or a mini bobcat-style machine, we’ve got a model to match your job.

Delivery or Collection Across Southeast Queensland

30+ years

of combined industry experience

Why Choose APU Excavations & Rentals

With over 30 years of combined experience, our team provides reliable equipment, qualified operators and a focus on efficiency and safety.
Our fleet is kept in excellent condition and available for immediate dispatch. 

All operators are fully certified, Defence-cleared and trained to comply with current Australian regulations. We also ensure environmental compliance on every job. We’re available for same-day or next-day service with no delays or intermediaries. 

What Our Clients Say: Real Project Outcomes

“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

“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

Get in Touch for Excavator Hire 

Request your personalised quote today and access ready-to-deploy excavators across Brisbane and SE Queensland. Our team provides fast response, technical advice and flexible hire solutions. 

Excavator Hire Across Southeast Queensland 

We service Brisbane, Ipswich, Gold Coast, Toowoomba, and Sunshine Coast with delivery or pick up available from Yatala.  

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Frequently Asked Questions About Excavator Hire 

The right size depends on the task, available space and required digging depth. Models from 1 to 3.5 tonnes suit confined areas. For medium-scale excavation or deeper trenches, 5 to 8.5 tonne units are recommended. 

Yes. All our excavators are available for wet hire with a certified operator, or as dry hire if you have qualified personnel on site. 

Yes. We manage delivery and collection of the excavator from our Yatala base to your job site, and return after completion. 

For dry hire, operators must be licensed and experienced. For wet hire, APU supplies fully certified operators. 

Rates depend on model, hire duration, site conditions and whether you choose wet or dry hire. Contact us for a personalised quote. 

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