Plant Hire

At Big Chief Hire, we specialise in providing a diverse range of top-quality, compliant equipment to meet the demands of any project. Whether you need heavy-duty trucks, earthmoving machinery, or specialised equipment, we offer hire solutions tailored to your needs.

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Caterpillar Loader 924K | 12 Ton
MODEL NO.: 924K
The Cat® 924K Small Wheel Loader sets the standard for productivity, fuel efficiency and operator comfort. 
Hitachi Loader ZW180
MODEL NO.: ZW180
The ZW180-7 is the safest wheel loader in the market thanks to the superb visibility from the cab and intelligent safety-enhancing features including the Aerial Angle camera, and rear obstacle detection and warning systems. 
Hitachi Loader ZW140
MODEL NO.: ZW140
This Hitachi is meticulously crafted to precisely cater to operators’ and owners’ requirements, empowering them to manage safety, comfort, and uptime effectively.
New Holland Loader W80C
MODEL NO.: W80C
All New Holland compact wheel loaders are designed to deliver greater stability, letting you lift and move bigger loads, operate with more confidence, and travel more smoothly even in tough conditions.
New Holland Loader W50C
MODEL NO.: W50C
All New Holland compact wheel loaders are designed to deliver greater stability, letting you lift and move bigger loads, operate with more confidence, and travel more smoothly even in tough conditions.
Caterpillar Grader
MODEL NO.: 140
Maximum operator comfort and control ensures the Cat® 140 motor grader optimizes performance, especially on long work days. 
Case Grader 865B | 14 Foot Blade
MODEL NO.: 865B
The 865B grader is the perfect fit for all medium and large sized grading job sites. With our robust A-frame and external circle tooth configuration we eliminate pinion circle drive failures and keep you on target. 
John Deere Grader
MODEL NO.: 672GP
With their exceptional balance, improved performance specs, and more maximum horsepower, G-series graders are always the right machine for contractors, counties/municipalities, or other grading applications.
John Deere Grader
MODEL NO.: 670GP
With their exceptional balance, improved performance specs, and more maximum horsepower, G-series graders are always the right machine for contractors, counties/municipalities, or other grading applications.
Hitachi Excavator ZX490LCH-5
MODEL NO.: ZX490LCH-5
Reliable performance, impressive fuel economy, swift front movement and easy operation are key benefits of the new Hitachi ZX490LCH-5 excavator.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Do I need to take out my own insurance hire equipment?

We recommend you take out two forms of cover: hired in plant insurance plus public liability insurance.

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Do you offer wet hire services i.e. supply drivers and plant operators with your trucks and machinery?

Our wet hire service is currently only available in South Australia. We have fully qualified and licensed drivers and operators for our tandems, trucks and trailers, semi-tippers, graders, loaders and excavators.

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What identification do I need to show to hire equipment?

If you don’t have a 30-day business account, you’ll need to please provide:

  • a driver’s license showing your current residential address;
  • a contact telephone number; and
  • credit card details to pay the security deposit on your booking
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Can you deliver equipment or do I need to arrange collection?

We can facilitate both. We can help you arrange delivery of your machinery to the site using our trusted team of suppliers. The cost to transport equipment depends on how big it is and where you need it delivered to.

Please speak with our friendly team for a cost estimate. Alternatively, you can arrange collection from one of our depots using your preferred transport provider.

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Is my 30-day account limited to the state where I first arrange hire?

No. You can hire equipment from any one of our depots in Victoria, Queensland and South Australia.

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Do I need to clean and refuel the equipment before I return it to the depot?

Yes. We ask that all equipment be returned in the same condition it left our depot in. This means making sure the machinery is clean and re-fuelled with diesel. Cleaning and refuelling charges apply (where applicable) to equipment returned in poor condition.

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Do you hire equipment out on weekends?

Yes. We’re open on Saturdays. If you only need to hire equipment for one day (e.g. Saturday), you’ll pay a daily fee instead of the full weekend rate provided the machinery isn’t used the following day. Our depots are closed on Sundays so please return equipment first thing Monday morning.

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What happens if there’s an equipment failure on the job?

Please call us on 1800 424 424 and ask to speak with our Service team. We have in-house service technicians and a team of trusted suppliers we can call on to get our trucks and machinery working again.

GET IN TOUCH

Reach out to our team and see discover how we can help with your next project