Your equipment partner for infrastructure growth

Onsite Rentals has a long legacy of supporting Australia’s key infrastructure projects with a wide range of civil works equipment.

From initial site establishment through to project completion, we work closely with government agencies, project managers, site supervisors, and procurement coordinators to deliver equipment solutions that keep major builds moving.

To discuss getting high-quality equipment for your next infrastructure project, call us on 13 40 40 or connect with your local Onsite Rentals branch today.

Our Infrastructure Equipment Rental Range

Access Equipment

Knuckle and telescopic booms, scissor lifts, electric vertical lifts and trailer-mounted boom lifts for safe work at height.

Site Accommodation

Portable offices, on-site caravans, portable toilets and amenities blocks for remote and onshore project sites.

Material Handling

Forklifts and telehandlers to move materials safely and efficiently across your site.

Lighting Towers

LED and solar lighting towers delivering safe, round-the-clock visibility for upstream, midstream and downstream operations.

Pumps

Firefighting units, air diaphragm, solids, high volume drainer, high head and submersible pumps for gas operations.

Compressors

Diesel and electric air compressors sized for pipeline, refinery and gas plant operations.

Compaction Equipment

Padfoot and smooth single drum rollers for reliable soil and surface compaction across upstream, midstream and downstream sites.

Power Generators

Reliable diesel generators delivering site power for remote and offshore upstream operations.

Containers & Site Storage

10ft and 20ft containers for secure on-site storage at oil and gas project locations.

Traffic Management Equipment

Variable message signs, temporary barriers and barrier ends to manage traffic safely around oil and gas project sites.

Welders

Dual welder generators and dual welder compressors for specialist pipeline and refinery welding work.

Earthmoving Equipment

Compact loaders, excavators and skid steer loaders for earthworks across upstream, midstream and downstream sites.

Infrastructure Sectors We Support

Australia’s infrastructure pipeline spans multiple areas, each with distinct project demands:

Transport

Roads, rail, bridges, and tunnels keep Australia connected, supporting freight networks, public transport systems, and regional connectivity.

Utilities

Water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure serves growing communities, maintaining essential services and environmental compliance.

Energy

Transmission lines, substations, renewable energy projects, and data centres power the national energy transition and the digital economy.

Telecommunications

Network infrastructure connects communities and businesses, enabling communications across metro, regional, and remote Australia.

Public Infrastructure

Hospitals, schools, and stadiums support population growth, delivering essential services and community facilities.

Defence

Defence infrastructure supports national security, including base upgrades, maintenance facilities, and training installations across Australia.

Benefits of Civil Construction Equipment Hire for Infrastructure Projects

Flexible hire terms

Access a comprehensive fleet of civil plant and equipment suited to infrastructure projects of any scale. Infrastructure plant hire periods can adapt as projects move through phases, sites, or contract extensions.

Cost control

Align civil construction project equipment hire with milestones and contract schedules. This reduces capital outlay and eliminates the overhead of ownership, storage, and maintenance across multi-year builds.

Reliable project delivery

Well-maintained, fit-for-purpose equipment keeps workflows moving on-site. This supports tight construction programmes, minimises downtime, and helps maintain delivery commitments.

Compliance assured

All equipment is maintained, inspected, and serviced in accordance with Australian standards and WHS requirements.

How to Rent Infrastructure Equipment

Onsite Rentals makes organising infrastructure equipment for hire straightforward:

  1. Project engagement -

    Whether you’re a Tier 1 Contractor, principal contractor, or government agency, our team works with your procurement and site teams to understand project scope and align with contract requirements from the outset.

  2. Equipment planning -

    We collaborate with project managers and site supervisors to plan equipment requirements, schedule deliveries, and coordinate deployment across single or multiple project locations.

  3. Real-time fleet visibility -

    Monitor all hired equipment through ONTRAK™, our cloud-based Total Rental Management platform. View accounts and invoices, track asset locations and utilisation, and manage hire status across your entire project footprint.

  4. Ongoing servicing -

    Scheduled maintenance, safety inspections, and responsive technical support keep equipment operating reliably throughout the hire period.

  5. Flexible scaling -

    Add, swap, or return equipment as project phases evolve. Our hire terms flex with your programme, not against it.

Why Choose Onsite Rentals for Infrastructure & Civil Plant Hire?

Onsite Rentals is a trusted provider of civil infrastructure equipment hire solutions. From site establishment through to construction, we supply the full equipment range — site accommodation, power generation, lighting, compaction, excavation, and material handling — and a 24/7 servicing and maintenance task force.

With 35+ branches Australia-wide, we deliver on-site, on-time, and on-budget, whether you’re managing a single major build or a multi-year contract across multiple locations.

Speak to our infrastructure industry specialists today for a quote

Infrastructure Industry Solutions – Case Study

Great Eastern Highway Passing Lanes

Cost control over the life of the project was the biggest challenge facing WBHO Infrastructure, principal contractor for building 44kms of passing lanes from Southern Cross to Kalgoorlie. The almost $50 million project demanded an integrated equipment hire strategy with the preferred rental company able to demonstrate a history of cost control.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we can provide extended hire contracts for long-term and multi-year builds right across Australia. Our flexible hire terms can scale with you too.

Setting up an infrastructure site requires a combination of heavy machinery for earthworks, site amenities for staff, and safety equipment to secure the perimeter. Key equipment includes excavators, portable site offices, and lighting towers, with specific needs varying based on the project scale and type.

Yes. With strategically placed branches across Australia, we deliver specialist rental equipment to any location — even regional and remote areas. For large-scale remote infrastructure projects, our Branch-in-a-Box™ solution establishes turnkey on-site equipment depots.

The cost of hiring equipment for infrastructure projects varies depending on the equipment type, size, and hire duration. Contact us for a quote.

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