About
ABOUT M And K Plant Hire
We pride ourselves on being Brisbane’s hassle-free earthmoving contractors. Our skilled team and modern equipment ensure efficient, reliable service for projects of all sizes, making your earthmoving experience seamless and stress-free.
m&k is a proud australian owned and operated earthmoving business.
Among Brisbane's earthmoving companies, few have a history as distinguished as M&K Plant Hire. Established in 1994 by Peter McGhie & Hugh Kyle, who had collaborated since the 1980s, M&K is renowned for its straightforward, inclusive approach and competitive pricing.
The company prides itself on fostering genuine teamwork, as evidenced by the many staff and subcontractors who have been with M&K for over a decade. Despite challenges such as the introduction of the GST and the Global Financial Crisis, M&K has prospered alongside the growth of South East Queensland, continually adapting to meet evolving demands. Under the leadership of Peter McGhie, his children Shanna & Ryan, and an exceptional team, M&K prioritises quality over size, ensuring personalised service and customer satisfaction. Their commitment to excellence ensures that customers consistently receive attentive and reliable service.
Wet hire of earthmoving equipment
M&K ensures every job is done right across Brisbane, South East Queensland, and beyond. We offer wet hire earthmoving equipment for the building industry and homeowners, backed by loyal staff, quality machinery, and a personal touch. Our specialties include posi-track hire, machinery combos, and mini and micro excavators.
Professional service, family values
Family members of M&K's founders remain active in the business, ensuring strong relationships and clear communication. Alongside them are over 100 machinery professionals, from top managers to expert subcontractors. This setup combines traditional values of good service and strong ethics with industry-leading professionalism, quality, and expertise.
our services span across many areas of earthmoving
M&K specialises in providing a comprehensive array of services, guaranteeing the efficient and professional completion of your project.
- Bulk Excavations
- Civil Works
- Compaction & Final Trim
- Drainage
- Driveway Excavation
- Dust Control
- Footings
- foundations
- hardstands
- material supply
- pool excavation & demolition
- post holes
- rock & retaining walls
- site clean & rubbish removal
- site preparation and fill
- tipper hire
- trenching
- underhouse excavation
- and many more!
EXCAVATION
From mini combos that can get into the tightest places to big excavators moving big volumes, M&K Plant Hire is your Brisbane and South East Queensland solution for excavator hire. Our excavator hire rates are carefully tailored to each job.
machinery
M&K Plant Hire always offers the best machinery and earthmoving equipment for every job. Not locked to any brand, we ensure our own fleet and the fleets of our selected subcontractors are the best match for your specific needs.
Safety Policy
M & K Plant Hire ensures all jobs are conducted in a safe and healthy work environment. We provide specialised induction training aligned with our Safety Management Plan and tailored to client and site needs.
Our safety procedures include:
- Safe Work Method Statements
- Daily Pre-start Checklists
- Plant Risk Assessments
- Skills and Competencies Register
- Incident Reporting
- Safety Roles and Accountability
- Injury Management Policy
- Safe Systems of Work
- Risk Management Process
- Hazard Reporting
- Hazardous Substance Reporting
- Current White Cards for all operators
- Relevant Tickets/VOCs for all operators
Environmental Policy Statement
M and K Plant Hire is dedicated to environmentally responsible operations and risk management, adhering to principles of sustainable development and continuous improvement. This commitment is prioritised by senior management and communicated to all personnel.
Managers and site supervisors ensure policy implementation, addressing environmental performance at worksites. All staff contribute to minimising environmental impacts and report incidents to prevent recurrence. The company prioritises waste reduction, recycling, and responsible disposal, and provides relevant training to employees and contractors. M and K Plant Hire consults with employees, contractors, and clients on safety and environmental issues, especially regarding workplace changes.