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Equipment hire · 19 suppliers
Power Generation hire Australia
Temporary power is a system of generation, distribution, fuel, protection and redundancy. A generator on its own is rarely enough.
What power generation can you hire?
Power Generation Hire in Australia covers a range of machine types and sizes. These are the most commonly hired, and what each is typically used for:
| Machine | Typical use |
|---|---|
| Portable generators (2–20 kVA) | Small tools, trades and events |
| Towable generators (20–500 kVA) | Construction sites, compounds and shutdown work |
| Containerised generators (500 kVA+) | Industrial standby, mining and critical loads |
| Lighting towers | Night works, roadworks, events and security |
| Distribution boards & cabling | Getting power safely to each load |
| Load banks | Testing generators and standby systems under load |
Before you request a quote
A useful enquiry tells the supplier what has to be achieved, where the equipment will work and what could change the selection. Include dimensions, quantities, material conditions, dates, the delivery route, unloading area and any site compliance requirements.
Compare offers on the complete configuration: machine, attachments, operator (for wet or dry hire), transport both ways, minimum hours, fuel and return conditions. See how to read a plant hire quote.
Selection factors
Three things that change the answer.
Redundancy for critical loads
Pumps, medical, data and refrigeration may need N+1 generation or automatic changeover.
Fuel and distribution
Plan refuelling intervals, bunding, cable runs, RCD protection and who is responsible for electrical compliance.
Power Generation Hire companies
Filter by state →19 suppliers to compare.
Australia
Coates
National industrial and general equipment hire provider serving construction, infrastructure, mining and other Australian industries.
Access EquipmentCompaction EquipmentEarthmoving Equipment+9
Australia
Kennards Hire
Family-owned equipment hire company with a large branch network and general, construction and specialist hire ranges.
Access EquipmentCompaction EquipmentEarthmoving Equipment+8
Australia
Flexihire
Equipment hire company with branches across Queensland and northern New South Wales.
Access EquipmentCompaction EquipmentEarthmoving Equipment+7
Australia
Master Hire
Family-owned equipment hire business serving Queensland and the Mid North Coast of New South Wales.
Access EquipmentCompaction EquipmentEarthmoving Equipment+7
Australia
Hireworks NT
Locally owned Northern Territory equipment-hire business with Palmerston and Winnellie branches and a broad construction fleet.
Access EquipmentCompaction EquipmentEarthmoving Equipment+6
Australia
Hire Power NT
Northern Territory equipment and plant hire company operating from Palmerston, Katherine and Berrimah.
Access EquipmentEarthmoving EquipmentMaterial Handling Equipment+5
Australia
Tutt Bryant Hire
National plant and equipment hire provider with branches supporting construction, infrastructure, resources and industry.
Access EquipmentCompaction EquipmentEarthmoving Equipment+5
Australia
Alice Equipment Hire
Family-owned Alice Springs equipment hire business serving DIY, trade, civil, construction and mining customers.
Access EquipmentEarthmoving EquipmentPower Generation+4
Australia
Ezyquip
Plant and equipment hire provider supporting civil, construction and mining projects with wet and dry hire solutions.
Access EquipmentCompaction EquipmentEarthmoving Equipment+4
Australia
Asset Construction Hire
Locally owned Canberra construction-equipment hire provider serving contractors and homeowners from two Fyshwick yards.
Access EquipmentCompaction EquipmentEarthmoving Equipment+3
Australia
Hobart Plant Hire
Locally owned Hobart plant and equipment hire business supplying earthmoving, compaction, access and general construction equipment.
Access EquipmentCompaction EquipmentEarthmoving Equipment+2
Australia
Onsite Rental Group
National specialist business-to-business equipment hire provider with branches and project support across Australia.
Access EquipmentMaterial Handling EquipmentPower Generation+2
Australia
Adelaide Hire
Adelaide construction equipment hire business supplying scissor lifts, lighting towers, trailers and temporary power equipment.
Access EquipmentPower GenerationTools and General Equipment+1
Australia
PremiAir Hire
Specialist equipment-hire provider supplying generators, compressors, pumps, lighting towers and traffic equipment from multiple Australian depots.
Power GenerationPumps and Fluid ManagementTools and General Equipment+1
Australia
Hannant Plant Hire
Queensland dry-hire provider supporting civil, construction and mining projects from Brisbane to regional Queensland.
Earthmoving EquipmentMining EquipmentPower Generation
Australia
Gaamben
Regional New South Wales equipment provider offering short- and long-term compressor, generator and lighting-tower hire.
Power GenerationTools and General Equipment
Australia
Renteca
Specialist hire provider for industrial welding, site power generation and turnkey project tooling.
Power GenerationWelding and Industrial Equipment
Australia
RPM Hire
Traffic-management equipment hire specialist supplying barriers, signs, lighting and portable traffic systems across South Australia.
Power GenerationTraffic Management Equipment
Australia
W.E.S.S.
South Australian welding-industry equipment hire specialist supporting construction and shutdown projects.
Power GenerationWelding and Industrial Equipment
FAQ
Power Generation hire questions.
What size generator do I need?
Add up the running loads, allow for the largest motor's starting surge and add headroom. A supplier can size it from a load list.
Are generator hire rates inclusive of fuel?
Usually not. Fuel is typically supplied by the hirer or charged on return or via scheduled refuelling.
Can generators run 24/7?
Yes, with a refuelling plan and scheduled servicing. Longer hires often include maintenance visits.
Do I need an electrician?
Connecting to installations or distribution normally requires a licensed electrician. Ask the supplier what it installs and certifies.
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