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Professional operated plant hire - excavators, dumpers and diggers across Cornwall and Devon

Professional Plant Hire

From micro diggers to 13-tonne excavators, dumpers to compaction equipment - professional operated plant hire with skilled CPCS qualified operators across Cornwall & Devon.

🚜 15+ Equipment Types
👷 CPCS Qualified Operators
📍 Devon & Cornwall

Why Choose Our Plant Hire Service?

Professional, reliable plant hire backed by experienced operators and a commitment to safety and quality

CPCS Qualified Operators

All our plant operators hold CPCS/CITB qualifications and safety-critical medical certificates. Experienced in all aspects of groundworks and construction.

Well-Maintained Fleet

We frequently invest in new machinery and equipment. All plant is regularly serviced and maintained to ensure reliability and performance on every hire.

Fully Insured Service

£5 million public liability insurance covering groundworks to 5 metres depth. £10 million employers liability. CHAS accredited for your peace of mind.

Flexible Hire Periods

Daily, weekly, and long-term hire periods available to suit your project timeline. All equipment comes with skilled CPCS operators.

Delivery & Collection

Professional delivery and collection service across Devon and Cornwall. We handle transport so you can focus on your project.

Expert Guidance

Not sure which machine you need? Our experienced team can advise on the right equipment for your specific project requirements and site conditions.

Our Plant Hire Fleet

Comprehensive range of well-maintained plant equipment for hire

Mini Excavators

Hitachi ZX19U 1.9 tonne mini excavator hire Cornwall and Devon with CPCS operator

Hitachi ZX19U Mini Digger

1.9 Tonne mini excavator

  • Compact design
  • Rubber tracks
  • Multiple bucket sizes
With CPCS Operator
Hitachi ZX26U 2.6 tonne mini excavator for hire in Liskeard Cornwall with operated service

Hitachi ZX26U Mini Digger

2.6 Tonne mini excavator

  • Versatile performance
  • Hydraulic thumb
  • Breaker available
With CPCS Operator

Medium & Large Excavators

Case CX80 8 tonne excavator with hydraulic rock breaker hire Plymouth Devon Cornwall

Case CX80 Excavator

8 Tonne tracked excavator

  • Powerful digging
  • Rock breaker available
  • All-terrain tracks
With CPCS Operator
Case CX130D 13 tonne excavator with hydraulic breaker for hire Cornwall Devon

Case CX130D Excavator

13 Tonne tracked excavator

  • Heavy-duty work
  • Large reach
  • Hydraulic breaker available
With CPCS Operator
Takeuchi TB295W 10 tonne wheeled excavator rubber duck hire Cornwall road legal

Takeuchi TB295W

10 Tonne wheeled excavator (Rubber Duck)

  • Road travel
  • Stabilizers
  • Versatile applications
With CPCS Operator
Hidromek 102B wheeled excavator backhoe loader JCB 3CX alternative hire Devon Cornwall

Hidromek 102B

Wheeled excavator/digger (JCB 3CX equivalent)

  • Front loader
  • Backhoe
  • Multi-purpose
With CPCS Operator

Dumpers

Messersi power barrow tracked high-tip dumper 660mm narrow access hire Cornwall

Messersi Power Barrow

Tracked high-tip dumper, 660mm wide

  • Tight access
  • High tip
  • Tracked stability
With CPCS Operator
Thwaites 3 tonne swivel skip dumper 360 degree hire Liskeard Cornwall operated

Thwaites 3 Tonne Swivel Dumper

3 Tonne skip swivel dumper

  • 360° swivel
  • Site dumper
  • Skip loading
With CPCS Operator
Thwaites 9 tonne dumper transporting materials on construction site Cornwall

Thwaites 9 Tonne Dumper

9 Tonne straight tip dumper

  • High capacity
  • Robust design
  • Site transport
With CPCS Operator
Wacker Neuson 9 tonne cabbed dual view dumper enclosed operator hire Cornwall

Wacker Neuson 9T Dual View

9 Tonne cabbed dumper

  • Enclosed cab
  • Dual view safety
  • Weather protection
With CPCS Operator

Compaction Equipment

Bomag 120 smooth drum vibratory roller soil compaction hire Cornwall Devon

Bomag 120 Roller

Smooth drum vibratory roller

  • Soil compaction
  • Granular materials
  • Professional finish
With CPCS Operator
Bomag pedestrian walk-behind roller trench compaction hire Liskeard Cornwall

Bomag Pedestrian Roller

Walk-behind vibratory roller

  • Trench compaction
  • Small areas
  • Easy maneuverability
With CPCS Operator

Hydraulic Breakers

Hydraulic breaker attachment for mini excavator concrete breaking hire Cornwall

Mini Digger Breaker

Hydraulic hammer for micro/mini excavators

  • Concrete breaking
  • Rock excavation
  • Demolition work
With Operated Hire
Prodem hydraulic breaker 8 tonne excavator rock hammer hire Plymouth Devon

8 Tonne Prodem Breaker

Heavy-duty hydraulic hammer

  • Large concrete
  • Hard rock
  • Heavy demolition
With Operated Hire
13 tonne hydraulic breaker heavy duty rock breaking demolition hire Cornwall

13 Tonne Breaker

Extra heavy-duty hydraulic hammer

  • Extreme breaking power
  • Quarry work
  • Major demolition
With Operated Hire

Our Equipment in Action

See our well-maintained fleet working on projects across Devon & Cornwall

Mini excavator with compactor plate attachment working on construction site Cornwall
Dumper working on excavation site groundworks project Cornwall
Wheeled excavator working in countryside Cornwall rural groundworks
Excavator performing field work groundworks Devon Cornwall
Excavator working on rural construction site Cornwall Devon
Plant equipment working in countryside groundworks Cornwall
Excavator groundworks in rural Cornwall countryside project
Excavator site work groundworks Devon Cornwall countryside
Micro digger working in tight doorway access Cornwall groundworks
Mini excavator with auger drilling attachment Cornwall Devon
Wheeled excavator backhoe loader working on groundworks site Cornwall
Thwaites dumper transporting materials on construction site Cornwall
Thwaites dumper working on groundworks project Devon
Bomag roller performing soil compaction groundworks Cornwall
13 tonne excavator hire with hydraulic breaker Cornwall
8 tonne excavator with rock hammer Plymouth Devon
Hydraulic breaker attachments for excavators Cornwall Devon

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Why Choose Operated Plant Hire?

Professional equipment operation delivering efficiency, safety, and quality results

Expert Operators Included

All our plant hire comes with CPCS qualified operators who bring expertise and efficiency to your project. Our operators are experienced professionals with safety-critical medical certificates.

  • CPCS/NOCN qualified operators
  • Safety-critical medical certificates
  • Experienced in all groundworks aspects
  • Efficient, professional project completion
  • 17+ years of groundworks experience

Safety & Efficiency

Operated plant hire ensures safe, efficient machine operation while you focus on other aspects of your project. No need to worry about operator qualifications or machine damage.

  • Maximum safety on site
  • Faster project completion
  • Expert advice and guidance
  • Full insurance coverage
  • Quality workmanship guaranteed

Professional Results, Every Time

Our operated plant hire service combines modern, well-maintained equipment with skilled operators to deliver professional results on every project. Whether it's groundworks, excavation, or site preparation, you can trust our team to get the job done efficiently and safely.

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Plant Hire Service Areas

Delivering professional plant hire across Cornwall & Devon

Coverage Areas

Liskeard
Callington
Launceston
Looe
Saltash
Torpoint
Padstow
St Austell
Tavistock
Okehampton
Plymouth
Ivybridge
Exeter

Based in Liskeard, Cornwall - We cover the majority of Cornwall and Devon. Don't see your area listed? Contact us - we're flexible on service areas and happy to discuss your project location.

Fully Insured & Accredited Plant Hire

Your project is protected with comprehensive insurance and industry-leading accreditations

£5 Million Public Liability

Comprehensive coverage for all plant hire and groundworks operations, including work to 5 metres below ground level.

£10 Million Employers Liability

Protecting our team and ensuring professional standards on every project.

CHAS Accredited

Contractor Health & Safety Assessment Scheme certified, demonstrating our commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.

CPCS Qualified Operators

All operated plant hire includes CPCS/NOCN qualified operators with safety-critical medical certificates.

Professional Peace of Mind: Our comprehensive insurance and accreditations mean you can hire with confidence, knowing that safety, quality, and professionalism are guaranteed on every project.

Suitable for All Types of Projects

Our plant hire services support domestic and commercial projects of all sizes

Groundworks Projects

  • • Excavations
  • • Foundations
  • • Drainage systems
  • • Site clearance

Landscaping Work

  • • Garden excavation
  • • Pond installation
  • • Driveway preparation
  • • Leveling & grading

Construction Sites

  • • New builds
  • • Extensions
  • • Material handling
  • • Site preparation

Specialist Projects

  • • Archaeology work
  • • Ground investigation
  • • Demolition
  • • Utility installation

We frequently work with archaeology and ground investigation companies

Enquiries welcome for specialist projects requiring experienced operators

Ready To Start Your Project?

Get in touch today for a free, no-obligation quote from our expert team.