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    INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS FOR AUSTRALIA’S CRITICAL PROJECTS

    We provide turnkey industry solutions that support infrastructure projects across the country. High-grade equipment, rapid delivery, quality maintenance, and compliance assured.

    Our Infrastructure Offerings

    At Kennards Hire, we provide high-grade equipment and machinery for infrastructure projects of all shapes and sizes, ensuring every job has the industry solutions required to succeed. We’ve supported countless Australian civil infrastructure projects over the past few decades with a turnkey approach, equipping projects with the tools needed to deliver projects on time.

    We cover all facets of equipment and machinery hire for projects all over Australia:

    • Earthmoving & Excavation: Excavators, dozers
    • Lifting and Industrial Solutions: Telehandlers, conveyors, cable hauling, rigging
    • Access & Support: Scaffolding, lifts, propping
    • Traffic & Safety: Barriers, traffic lights, VMS, signage
    • On-site Facilities: Offices, lighting, power generators
    • Fluid & Electrical Management: Pumps, HVAC, temp power.

    Our specialists operate as an extension of your team, working hard behind the scenes to ensure equipment is performing smoothly, maintained regularly, and meeting all of your needs on site with maximum uptime. We have more than 210 branches across Australia and New Zealand, meaning we offer true national coverage, making it easier than ever for you to scale your operations as required.

    We work rapidly, mobilising equipment as you need it, and we can handle multi-phase rollouts with ease. That ensures that your schedule remains on track, giving you the best opportunity to deliver each phase on time and within budget, even with shifting demands. Our wide coverage ensures a rapid response to any emergency maintenance requirements, running hand-in-hand with ongoing, on-site servicing. 

    From Roads And Bridges To Pipelines

    Whether you’re building roads, bridges or pipelines, your infrastructure project has to stay on schedule. With decades of experience supporting large scale infrastructure projects, Kennards Hire have the solutions you need. From earthmoving equipment to complete site solutions, our experts take care of the details to help you get the job done on time.

    Experienced Multisite Management

    There’s a lot involved in large scale infrastructure projects. From fencing, temporary offices, power supply, water management, to traffic management and beyond, we have the equipment and expert advice to help your project run smoothly. Kennards Hire Site Solutions specialists help to prepare a wide range of sites across all infrastructure project types, we work with you to understand the project needs, then partner with the right internal experts to ensure you have a comprehensive team behind the scenes keeping the equipment hire component of your project moving. Depending on the size and scope of your requirements, you can also leverage our project management service.

    On-Site Servicing And Maintenance

    With 190+ branches across Australia and New Zealand, and a 24/7 response, the equipment you need is close at hand. Our rapid response, agreed 2-hour delivery window and on-site servicing and maintenance help keep your project on schedule. While flexible, transparent and all-inclusive pricing helps keep you on budget.

    Infrastructure Safety & Compliance Is Our Priority

    Reducing risks on any worksite is critical. Kennards Hire have over 75 years of experience working across major infrastructure projects and are fully compliant with WHS Act and Regulations . All equipment is compliant and expertly serviced and maintained, with full service history and usage instructions available to support the safety of your worksite.

    Find Out More About Our Offerings Across Various Infrastructure Projects

    Rail & Bridges

    We provide turnkey services for rail and bridge projects to ensure works remain safe and on schedule throughout your entire timeline. We deliver the equipment you need for lifting and industrial solutions, access and support, and on-site services like offices, lighting, and power, and more. Enjoy peace of mind with safe and precise delivery and setup, thorough site assessments, regular servicing, and emergency maintenance at all hours.
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    Road & Transport

    Kennards Hire has been trusted to provide industry solutions for road and transport projects for decades now. We deliver, set up, and maintain essential equipment for transport infrastructure projects, including earthmoving and excavation machinery, traffic management and safety equipment, on-site facilities, temporary fencing and more. We’ll work in tandem with your team members and ensure all of your needs are met across each phase of the project.
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    Utilities & Energy

    Power, telecommunications, and water projects require high-quality equipment that can be relied on to get the job done. We provide compliant earthmoving and excavation machinery, fluid and electrical management equipment, traffic control and management, onsite power, temp fencing and safety gate fencing, and much more. We’re able to scale to make sure you’ve got the infrastructure solutions you need as your project progresses, and our specialised service staff are always here to back you with expert support.
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    Mining & Resources

    Mining and resource projects require tailored infrastructure support through high-grade equipment and machinery hire, ensuring you’re able to complete each stage on time. We provide solutions for projects of all sizes, including heavy-duty earthmoving and excavating equipment, industrial lifting gear, temporary site infrastructure, onsite power and more. We tailor our services to keep your project on track, even when dealing with harsh conditions and unforeseen challenges in some of the most remote locations in the country.

    Equipment Ready for Any Project

    Browse our extensive range of hire gear, built to support jobs big or small. Whatever you’re working on, we’ve got the equipment to keep your project moving.

    Full Turnkey Service Model

    At Kennards Hire, we deliver fully tailored services for your project. We know through experience that an attentive turnkey approach is the most effective way to ensure that every infrastructure project receives the support required to remain on schedule and under budget. Our tried and tested process allows us to deliver the best service model for your works, whatever you need.

    We’ll manage the entire process from start to finish, beginning with a detailed planning stage, progressing to delivery, set up, and operation, and finishing with demobilisation once the project or stage is complete. Our team will be with you every step of the way, ensuring every step remains on time and under control. Enjoy smoother handovers and fewer headaches with our customised solutions.

     

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    Planning & Design
    We begin by conducting thorough site surveys and risk assessments throughout our initial planning stage. We get to know your project requirements, then take the information gathered by our assessors and put together a plan that’s tailored to the needs of your job, taking into account any expected challenges or unique specifications.
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    Delivery & Installation
    Our team delivers the equipment with safety and precision, using tilt trays and Hiabs. Our specialists have many years of experience in safe practices, meaning you’re in great hands. We’ll then set up and conduct thorough testing to make sure everything is ready to go.
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    Operation & Maintenance
    Routine checks and maintenance by our certified specialists will ensure everything is operating smoothly. Where required on large projects, we have the resources to establish servicing centres, providing around the clock availability for any emergency maintenance requests, keeping your job running smoothly at all hours.
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    Demobilisation & Reporting
    When your project is complete and you no longer need your temporary fencing, on-site office, or excavation machinery, our team will demobilise safely and efficiently. We handle any clean up, conduct thorough site inspections and then finish off with a detailed final report for your records, ensuring compliance every step of the way

    Compliance & Standards

    Maintaining compliance on-site at all times is essential for both safety and peace of mind. 

    Every piece of equipment we supply meets or exceeds relevant Australian standards, including WHS legislation, Safe Work Australia guidelines, and AS/NZS codes, including 3012, 1657, and 2550. Whether it’s excavators, conveyors, or on-site offices, our certified specialists make sure everything is ready for use on your compliant project site.

    We also assist with essential documentation, and our team will conduct audits and risk assessments, acquire permits, and utilise signage throughout your project, ensuring you meet all of your regulatory requirements. All of our team members at Kennards are accredited and trained within strict safety frameworks, meaning we’ll become a key part of your compliance efforts. We’re dedicated to helping you deliver a safe and successful civil infrastructure project, every time.

     

    Get Started

    Looking for the right partner for your project? Enjoy tailored industry solutions for a wide variety of civil infrastructure projects with Kennards Hire.

    Book a consultation with one of our Project Specialists today.


    Talk Directly to Your Local Infrastructure Expert Today

    Kennards Hire is not just another equipment hire company. As the industry has grown, so too have we, into a mature, large hire equipment organisation, spanning two countries, a strong network, over 1600 staff with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service. As your agile industry solutions partner, we’re here to help you keep it moving. On time and on budget.
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    Need Expert Advice for Your Project?

    Our expert team is ready to offer tailored advice for your next project. Reach out today and let us help you find the best solution to get the job done.