Equipment Hire in Cairns

Advanced Equipment Ready For Hire

Access to modern equipment plays a major role in accuracy, safety and productivity on civil sites. Terranovus Earthworks & Plant Hire provides equipment hire services in Cairns for commercial and civil projects that rely on dependable machinery and advanced technology.


Our fleet includes late-model Caterpillar equipment, with the CAT 323 Next Gen excavator delivering high production performance supported by CAT Connect systems. Features such as grade guidance, on-board payload weighing and built-in safety controls help improve efficiency while maintaining control on site. All equipment is serviced regularly and supplied ready for hire.


Call 0408 912 526 to discuss equipment availability or to get a quote.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the benefit of GPS-enabled earthmoving equipment?

    GPS-enabled earthmoving equipment helps operators achieve accurate depths, slopes and levels by following digital site designs. This reduces rework, improves efficiency and supports better material control, particularly on large or complex civil projects.

  • Is equipment hire suitable for short-term projects?

    Equipment hire suits both short-term and long-term projects, allowing machinery to be matched to specific stages of work. Hiring equipment avoids the cost of ownership while giving flexibility to scale machinery up or down as project needs change.

  • What safety features are included with modern excavators?

    Modern excavators often include safety features such as virtual boundary systems, on-board monitoring and load management technology. Features like E-Fence help prevent machine movement beyond set limits, improving safety when working near structures or traffic.

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Technology That Improves Control

Equipment hire includes machinery fitted with CAT Grade 2D & 3D systems, offering guidance for depth, slope and horizontal distance to grade. These systems help operators reach target levels faster and more accurately, reducing rework and improving material control across excavation and grading tasks. The E-Fence feature enhances safety when working near traffic or structures by preventing machine movement outside operator-defined limits.


On-board payload weighing helps achieve precise load targets, reducing the risk of underloading or overloading trucks. Combined with Trimble GPS base stations, rovers & total stations, equipment hire supports controlled, efficient site operations across complex civil works. Explore available equipment or get in touch to discuss what suits your project.


Some of our hire equipment include:



  • CAT 140M Graders
  • CAT 320DL Excavator
  • CAT 321 DL Compact Radius Excavator
  • CAT 304 CR Excavator
  • CAT 311 FL Reduced Radius Excavator
  • CAT 323 Next Gen Excavator
  • CAT 289 Skid Steer
  • CAT 430E Backhoe
  • CAT 420D Backhoe
  • CAT CS56 Rollers
  • Trimble GPS Base Stations & Rovers
  • Trimble SPS 930 Total Stations & Rovers
  • Tri-Axle Float
  • Side Tipper