Cairns tipper truck hire

Tipper Truck Hire in Cairns

Check the current Cairns tipper listing and booking dates, or call Glen & Jay to confirm licence, payload, towing and local collection requirements.

Glen & Jay at Diggermate Cairns

Meet your local business owners

Glen & Jay, your local Cairns owners

Glen and Jay Jessop are now managing Diggermate Cairns, along with two other Diggermate locations—Diggermate Cairns South and Diggermate Atherton Tablelands. These are separate entities but uphold the same friendly service that the Cairns community have grown accustomed to. Additionally, Glen and Jay have expanded their resources by incorporating more assets and machinery, allowing them to distribute them effectively across the group and ensuring a consistent availability of machines for your projects. Diggermate Cairns' current address is at 12 Redden St, Portsmith QLD 4870, Australia.

Local equipment hire

Tipper trucks

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Tipper truck hire options in Cairns

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These are dedicated local combo products available for online booking in Cairns. Each price shown is the combo product's listed one-day rate.

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Huski Skid Steer Loader + Tipper Truck

This is a dedicated local combo. Open it to choose the combo, confirm dates, inclusions, towing requirements and the final booking total.

AUD $565/dayChoose combo and check dates
Micro Excavator + Tipper Truck combo available from Diggermate Cairns

Micro Excavator + Tipper Truck

This is a dedicated local combo. Open it to choose the combo, confirm dates, inclusions, towing requirements and the final booking total.

AUD $565/dayChoose combo and check dates
Mini Excavator + Tipper Truck combo available from Diggermate Cairns

Mini Excavator + Tipper Truck

This is a dedicated local combo. Open it to choose the combo, confirm dates, inclusions, towing requirements and the final booking total.

AUD $565/dayChoose combo and check dates

Mini Loader + Tipper Truck

This is a dedicated local combo. Open it to choose the combo, confirm dates, inclusions, towing requirements and the final booking total.

AUD $565/dayChoose combo and check dates

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Machines available from Diggermate in Cairns

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Other machines in Cairns

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Rotary Laser Machine Control (Cairns) available from Diggermate Cairns
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Rotary Laser Machine Control (Cairns)

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Attachments and accessories in Cairns

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Auger Drive Attachment (Cairns) available from Diggermate Cairns
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Auger Drive Attachment (Cairns)

AUD $119/day View and book
Rock Grab (Cairns) available from Diggermate Cairns
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Rock Grab (Cairns)

AUD $109/day View and book
Auger Drive Power Head (Cairns) available from Diggermate Cairns
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Auger Drive Power Head (Cairns)

AUD $119/day View and book
Trencher (Cairns) available from Diggermate Cairns
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Trencher (Cairns)

AUD $119/day View and book

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Need the job completed?

Need excavation or loading completed before transport?

The main Cairns page explains excavator hire with an operator for suitable excavation, spoil loading and site work. Operated excavation is assessed separately from tipper truck dry hire.

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Tipper Truck Hire Near Cairns

Cairns, Northern Beaches, Kuranda, Port Douglas, Mossman

Need reliable tipper truck hire in Cairns? Diggermate supplies job-ready tipper truck with flexible hire options and fast local availability across Cairns and surrounding areas, with delivery available to most sites.

Local Tipper Truck Hire in Cairns for Construction and Trade Jobs 

Our tipper truck hire service in Cairns supports residential, commercial, and civil projects. We work with builders, landscapers, concreters, tradies and owner-builders who need a practical way to cart material, clear spoil, and keep the site moving.

Why Hire a Tipper Truck in Cairns

Hiring locally means easier logistics, quicker turnaround, and support from a team that understands the kinds of jobs happening in Cairns. You’ll spend less time chasing transport and more time getting work done.

Common Jobs Suited to Tipper Truck Hire

Tipper truck hire is ideal for:

  • Soil and spoil removal
  • Green waste and site clean-ups
  • Delivering gravel, road base, sand and mulch (where applicable)
  • Concrete demo waste runs
  • Tight schedule jobs where you need quick cartage

Dry Hire and Wet Hire Options in Cairns

Dry hire lets you operate the equipment yourself. For excavator hire with an operator in Cairns, ask Glen & Jay to confirm operator availability, the suitable machine and a quote for your job.

Our Tipper Truck Fleet Across Diggermate

Across the Diggermate network, we run a practical fleet of tipper trucks suited to day-to-day trade work. Common brands include Isuzu, Hino, Fuso/Mitsubishi, and UD, with popular models such as the Fuso Canter, Hino 616/617/716, and a range of Isuzu N-Series and NPR/NLR/NMR configurations. This mix helps us match the right truck to your job, whether you’re after a lighter site runabout or a more capable unit for heavier cartage.

Check with your local Diggermate to confirm availability and tipper truck model.

Choosing the Right Tipper Truck

The best tipper for your job depends on:

  • How much material you’re moving (and how often)
  • Site access and turning space
  • Ground conditions on-site
  • Whether you need a lighter truck or a higher-capacity option

If you tell us what you’re moving and where, we can point you to the best fit.

Tipper Truck Hire Rates and Availability in Cairns

Tipper truck hire in Cairns typically starts from around $365 per day, depending on the truck size and local fleet availability.

We offer flexible hire options including:

  • Daily hire
  • Weekend hire
  • Weekly and long-term hire

Ask the local team to confirm the total for weekly or extended hire.

For the most accurate pricing and availability, always check with your local Diggermate team, as truck size, availability, and local rates may vary across locations.

What’s included in your Tipper Truck Hire

Every hire includes: 

  • Fully serviced equipment
  • Pre-hire safety checks
  • Local support if issues arise 

Do I Need a Special Licence to Drive a Tipper Truck in Cairns?

Licence requirements depend on the size and class of the truck. Some smaller tipper trucks may be driven with a standard car licence, while larger trucks may require a Light Rigid (LR), Medium Rigid (MR), or Heavy Rigid (HR) licence. If you’re unsure which licence applies, your local Diggermate can confirm the requirements before booking.

Explore Other Equipment Categories in Cairns

Along with tipper truck hire, Diggermate also supplies a range of practical equipment for site work and landscaping projects across Cairns, including:

Combining the right equipment can help you complete your job faster and more efficiently.

Fast availability across Cairns and nearby areas 

We provide fast delivery and pickup across Cairns, Northern Beaches, Kuranda, Port Douglas, Mossman, helping you keep your project moving without downtime.

Why Choose Diggermate for Tipper Truck Hire in Cairns

Diggermate focuses on reliable equipment, practical advice, and responsive local service for every hire. 

Well-maintained, job-ready machines 

Our machines are inspected and serviced between hires to reduce breakdown risk and keep your job on track. 

Local knowledge and fast turnaround 

We understand local access limits, site constraints, and scheduling pressures in Cairns, allowing us to respond quickly. 

Trusted by builders, tradies, and contractors 

Builders and contractors across Cairns rely on Diggermate for repeat hire due to consistent service and dependable machines.

Book Tipper Truck Hire in Cairns Today 

Ready to book tipper truck hire in Cairns? Contact Diggermate Cairns today to check availability or request a quote for your job.

Tipper Truck Hire FAQs for Cairns

For tipper truck hire in Cairns, you generally need a driver’s licence that matches the vehicle class. Some lighter tipper trucks may be suitable with a standard car licence, while larger trucks may require an MR or HR licence. If you choose tipper truck hire with a driver (where available in Cairns, Northern Beaches, Kuranda, Port Douglas, and Mossman), you won’t need a licence or operating experience. If you’re unsure, tell your local Diggermate what you’re planning to move and we’ll help confirm the best option.

The right tipper truck size depends on the type of material, how many trips you want to make, and access conditions around Cairns and nearby areas such as Cairns, Northern Beaches, Kuranda, Port Douglas, and Mossman. Smaller trucks are better suited for tight residential sites, while larger trucks can carry heavier loads and move more material per trip. If you’re unsure which truck is best for your job, it’s always best to discuss your project before booking.

Yes. Depending on the truck and local setup, delivery or driven drop-off options may be available across Cairns and surrounding areas including Cairns, Northern Beaches, Kuranda, Port Douglas, and Mossman. This saves time and removes the need for you to organise transport yourself. Check with your local Diggermate operator to confirm delivery options for your area.

Yes, weekend tipper truck hire is usually available in Cairns, subject to booking and vehicle availability. Many customers across Cairns, Northern Beaches, Kuranda, Port Douglas, and Mossman hire trucks for weekend projects, and multi-day or extended hire rates can often provide better value than separate daily hires. It’s recommended to book early for weekends, particularly during busy periods.

Tipper truck hires in Cairns start with a minimum one-day hire period. Weekly and longer-term hires are also available and usually provide better value compared to booking individual daily hires. If your job in Cairns, Northern Beaches, Kuranda, Port Douglas, and Mossman runs longer, extended hire options may be available.

Yes. Tipper trucks hired in Cairns and nearby Cairns, Northern Beaches, Kuranda, Port Douglas, and Mossman are typically supplied with fuel at the start of the hire and should be returned with the same fuel level. If the truck is returned with less fuel, a refuelling charge may apply.

Bookings in Cairns are 100% refundable up to 1 hour before the scheduled pickup time. If the weather turns bad or your job across Cairns, Northern Beaches, Kuranda, Port Douglas, and Mossman needs to be postponed, simply call or text your local operator to cancel before collection.

Once the truck has been picked up or delivered, the hire is active and the full hire fee applies. If you take the truck, you pay for it. If you don’t take it, you don’t pay for it.

Yes. Many customers in Cairns and surrounding areas such as Cairns, Northern Beaches, Kuranda, Port Douglas, and Mossman hire a tipper truck together with a mini excavator or skid steer to complete jobs faster. This combination allows you to dig, load and remove material efficiently without needing multiple trips.

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