Civil & Rural Earthworks Mackay, Sarina, Eton & Pioneer Valley

Civil-Spec Excavation, Drainage, Driveway Construction & Earthmoving for Rural, Residential and Civil Projects Across Greater Mackay

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Whether you need a driveway repaired after the wet season, drainage works to protect your property, a culvert or causeway constructed,Erosion control, fence line cleared with post holes drilled or Just some general excavation and site preparation,  EJ's Plant Hire & Vegetation Management brings civil-spec machinery and experienced operators to rural, residential and civil projects across Mackay, Sarina, Eton and Pioneer Valley.

We operate a 5.5T Kubota U55-4 excavator with a full range of attachments and a Cat CT610 Tandem Tipper and a ASV RT75 skid steer giving us the capability to handle earthworks of all sizes, from a single stump removal to larger civil construction support jobs.

Civil & Rural Earthworks Services We Offer

Trenching, Drainage & Stormwater Works

Poor drainage is one of the most damaging issues on rural and residential properties in the Mackay region, particularly after the wet season. Water that pools, runs into structures, or washes out driveways and access tracks causes ongoing damage that compounds with every rain event. We repair and construct practical drainage solutions to suit your needs.

  • Trenching for drainage, plumbing and irrigation services

  • Agricultural and rural property drainage

  • Stormwater culvert and causeway construction and repair

  • Creek bank drainage and erosion control works

  • Drainage channel clearing and reinstatement

  • Washed-out driveway and access road drainage repair

  • Erosion control

Drainage & Stormwater Works, EJ's Plant Hire Mackay and Sarina

Driveway Construction & Repair

Rural driveways across Mackay, Sarina, Eton and Pioneer Valley take a battering during the wet season, washed-out surfaces, eroded shoulders, damaged culverts and boggy sections that make access difficult or impossible. We construct and repair rural and residential driveways to a practical, durable standard using quality fill and drainage.

  • Rural driveway construction, new builds and upgrades

  • Driveway repair and resurfacing after flood or wet season damage

  • Access track construction and maintenance

  • Causeway and creek crossing construction and repair

  • Culvert installation and replacement

  • Gravel and fill supply and placement with our 11T Tipper

Stump Removal

Tree stumps left after land clearing, storm events or general property maintenance are a hazard and a nuisance. We remove stumps cleanly then fill the hole, leaving a flat workable surface, without the mess left after stump grinding or the risk when burning.

  • Single stump removal for residential and rural properties

  • Multiple stump removal as part of a larger clearing project

  • Root grubbing and full below-ground removal

  • Backfill and site levelling after stump removal

Excavation & Site Preparation

Our 5.5T Kubota U55-4 excavator with hydraulic tilt hitch and a range of attachments paired with our ASV RT75 skid steer can handle a range of excavation works on civil, rural and residential sites across the Mackay region.

  • General excavation for civil and rural projects

  • Trenching, footings, postholes, services and drainage

  • Posthole drilling for fencing, structure, buildings and retaining walls

  • Land preparation and site clearing for construction

  • Site levelling and cut and fill

  • Stump removal and root grubbing

Civil & Construction Support

For contractors and civil projects requiring experienced plant and operator support across Mackay and Sarina, EJ's Plant Hire provides reliable wet hire with an experienced operator.

  • Civil construction support, excavation, trenching and site works

  • Rural and agricultural property infrastructure works

  • Structural footings and foundation excavation

  • General civil and earthmoving support

Bulk Materials Haulage & Tipper Hire, EJ's Plant Hire Mackay & Sarina

Bulk Materials Haulage & Tipper Hire

Our Cat CT610 Tandem Tipper is available for bulk materials haulage across Mackay, Sarina and surrounding regions, fill, gravel, drainage rock, green waste, soil and general construction materials.

  • Fill, gravel and drainage rock delivery and placement

  • Ability to spread gravel evenly when tipping, limiting machine time spreading it out

  • Green waste and spoil removal

  • General bulk haulage for civil and rural projects

  • Wet hire (with driver) and dry hire options available

Our Machinery

5.5T Kubota U55-4 Excavator, EJ's Plant Hire & Vegetation Management Mackay & Sarina

5.5T Kubota U55-4 Excavator

Civil-spec excavator with hydraulic tilt hitch and full range of attachments but not limited to, including range of buckets, angle dozer blade, hydraulic hammer, posthole auger, hydraulic grapple and mulcher. Suited to a wide range of civil, rural and residential earthworks applications.

  • Zero tail swing, works in tight residential and rural sites

  • Well maintained - to minimise onsite down time

  • Hydraulic tilt hitch, fast attachment changeover on site

  • Fully insured, registered and maintained to civil spec

Skit Steer Plant hire Mackay & Sarina, EJ's Plant Hire & Vegetation Management

ASV RT75 Skid steer

 Civil-spec ithe low ground pressure tracks, 4 in 1 bucket, Auger with adjustable auger Cradle, 6ft slasher and 6ft HD brush cutter

Cat CT610 Tandem Tipper

Registered tandem tipper available for bulk materials haulage, spoil removal and general transport across Mackay and Sarina. Wet hire with experienced driver or dry hire for qualified operators.

How Much Does Excavation or Earthworks Cost in Mackay?

Civil and rural earthworks are generally priced by machine time, hourly or day rate, or by the job where clearly defined scopes of work are quoted using the below cost factors:

  • Size and complexity of the job

  • Machine and attachments required

  • Location and transport of gear

  • Number of people needed

  • Any special equipment hire needed

  • Site access and ground conditions

  • Materials required, fill, gravel, drainage aggregate, Concrete or pipe

  • Whether tipper haulage is needed

We provide free, transparent quotes with no hidden charges. For most jobs we can give you an indicative price range over the phone before visiting the site.

Areas We Service for Civil Earthworks

  • Mackay: residential, rural and civil projects across the city and surrounds

  • Sarina: rural properties, cane region and Sarina Beach area

  • Eton: rural and agricultural earthworks

  • Pioneer Valley: Marian, Mirani, Finch Hatton, Gargett and surrounds

  • Walkerston, Bucasia, Eimeo and surrounding rural areas

For projects outside this area, call us on 0400 551 147 to discuss, we may still be able to assist depending on the scope and location.

Frequently Asked Questions - Civil Earthworks Mackay

Ready to Get Started on Your Earthworks Project?

Contact EJ's Plant Hire & Vegetation Management for a free quote on civil & rural earthworks across Mackay, Sarina, Eton & Pioneer Valley. We respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.