Excavator Hire Tweed Heads

Excavator Hire in Tweed Heads for Civil, Residential & Commercial Projects

At J & M Bashforth & Sons, we provide professional excavator hire in Tweed Heads backed by over 78 years of experience. From trenching and land clearing to large-scale earthworks, we support civil, commercial, industrial and residential developments with reliable equipment and skilled operators.

Our modern excavator fleet includes everything from mini diggers for tight-access sites to heavy-duty machines for bulk excavation. You can choose wet or dry hire, with flexible short or long-term options to suit your project timeline and budget.

Beyond excavation, our team delivers complete civil construction solutions—covering subdivisions, roadworks, and site preparation. We also supply quarry products and offer a full range of plant hire across Tweed Heads and the Northern Rivers.

Whether you're digging foundations, clearing land or preparing infrastructure, we deliver fast, efficient and safety-focused results.

Contact our team today on (02) 6685 1337 to book high-quality excavator hire in Tweed Heads you can rely on.

Excavation Services Included With Our Hire

When you hire from J & M Bashforth & Sons, you’re getting more than just a machine. We provide full excavation solutions across Tweed Heads tailored to your site, timeline and specs.

Our services include:

• Site Preparation – Clearing, levelling and grading for new builds or infrastructure
• Trenching & Footings – For plumbing, electrical, stormwater or foundations
• Bulk Earthmoving – Large-scale excavation for subdivisions and commercial sites
• Tight Access Excavation – Ideal for residential properties or confined job sites
• Post Hole & Pier Drilling – For fencing, retaining walls or structural supports
• Land Clearing – Removal of vegetation, debris and soil in preparation for construction

All our excavation work is handled by qualified operators, with attention to detail and a strong safety focus.

Why Choose Us for Excavator Hire in Tweed Heads?

When it comes to reliable, professional excavator hire in Tweed Heads, J & M Bashforth & Sons is the trusted choice for contractors, developers and builders across the region. Here’s what sets us apart:

• 78+ Years of Local Experience
  We’ve delivered successful excavation and civil projects across Tweed Heads since 1946. Our team knows the local soil types, council requirements and challenges inside out.
• Personalised, Family-Owned Service
  You’re not just another job to us. As a local, family-run business, we pride ourselves on open communication, quick response times and genuine client care.
• Modern Excavator Fleet
  We maintain a fleet of high-performance excavators ready for immediate deployment. Regular servicing ensures maximum uptime and project efficiency.
• Skilled Operators (Wet Hire Available)
  Our wet hire packages come with fully qualified, ticketed operators who are experienced in working on a wide range of sites, from tight residential blocks to major civil works.
• Competitive, Transparent Rates
  We offer competitive pricing on all excavator hire services in Tweed Heads without compromising on quality or service standards.

With decades of experience behind us, we are proud to support Tweed Heads growing residential developments, infrastructure projects and commercial expansions with reliable excavation machinery and services.

Earthmoving Services for All Projects

Tweed Heads is a rapidly growing area with diverse terrain—from coastal sand to hilly hinterland. Our team understands the local conditions and delivers tailored earthworks solutions to suit your site. We handle everything from backyard dig-outs to bulk earthmoving for subdivisions and developments.

Our earthworks services include:

• Site clearing and preparation
• Trenching for plumbing and electrical
• Land levelling and grading
• Footings and foundations
• Driveway and access track construction
• Soil and rubble removal
• Retaining wall and landscaping excavation



No matter the size or scope of your project, we deliver prompt and professional results using modern, well-maintained equipment and licensed operators.

Flexible Excavator Hire in Tweed Heads

We offer excavator hire Tweed Heads residents and builders can rely on for both short- and long-term projects. Our fleet includes a range of machines from mini excavators for tight-access sites to larger excavators for major excavation work. Choose from:

• Dry hire (machine only)
• Wet hire (machine with an experienced operator)

All our equipment is serviced regularly, fully insured and maintained to meet the highest safety standards. If you’re unsure which excavator suits your needs, our friendly team will guide you through the best options based on site access, job type and timeline.

We’re proud to be a local team with a reputation for reliability, attention to detail and affordable pricing. With years of industry experience and a strong focus on safety and customer service, we’ve become the go-to name for excavator hire Tweed Heads wide.

We understand that every project is different, which is why we take the time to understand your goals and deliver solutions that meet your timeline and budget.

Servicing Tweed Heads & Surrounding Areas

Our team services Tweed Heads and nearby locations including Banora Point, Kingscliff, Terranora and Coolangatta. Whether you’re working on a coastal property or an inland acreage, we bring the same high standard of workmanship to every job.

Looking for trusted excavator hire Tweed Heads homeowners and developers can depend on? Contact us today for a free quote or to discuss your project needs. From site prep to final grading, we’re here to help you build with confidence—backed by local experience and reliable equipment.

Tweed Heads residents and businesses need excavator hire to handle everything from residential landscaping to large-scale construction projects. Excavators make earthmoving faster, safer and more accurate, especially on sloping sites or where access is limited. It’s an essential service for efficient project completion in this fast-developing coastal region.

With ongoing growth in housing, infrastructure and commercial development across Tweed Heads, reliable excavator hire helps locals keep pace. Whether preparing a site for a new build or upgrading an existing property, expert operators and quality machinery ensure every job meets local standards and environmental requirements—on time and within budget.