Move earth safely and efficiently with professional excavator hire Armidale from RC Civil. Our skilled operators, reliable plant and local knowledge keep projects on program and on budget across the New England.

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Our Excavation Hire Services

You can trust RC Civil to complete high-quality excavation tasks for your construction project. With our 20T CAT excavator, we can handle a diverse range of earthworks excavation tasks, such as trenching, complex land excavation, and more.

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Our Excavator Fleet & Attachments

We run a well maintained 20 tonne excavator suitable for civil, commercial and rural work. Machines arrive on time, set up quickly and are operated by experienced crews who work to plan.


Attachments available by request


  • General and trench buckets in multiple widths
  • Tilt hitch for accurate trimming
  • Rock breaker for hard material and footings
  • Ripper for clay and pavement breakout
  • Hydraulic grab for placement and demolition
  • Auger sizes to suit your specification


Mobilisation to site is handled through Float Hire. If you need materials in or spoil out, add Truck & Dog Haulage to your booking.

Armidale Excavation Services We Deliver

Hire our excavator and operator for standalone tasks or as part of a broader civil package.


  • Bulk cut to fill and benching as part of Earthworks
  • Trenching for power, communications, water and sewer under Civil Works
  • Detailed excavations around structures and services with Earthworks controls
  • Site cuts, pads and final trims for commercial builds coordinated with Civil Works
  • Road and carpark preparation, subgrade and drainage through Civil Works
  • Swales, table drains and batters carried out under Earthworks
  • Renewable project trenching, cable routes and pads for Solar Farms & Wind Farms
  • Rural property works in support of Agricultural & Farm Earthworks
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Excavator Hire Options & Inclusions

  • Wet hire with experienced operator
  • Minimum hours by agreement, day rates or quoted scope
  • Attachments confirmed at booking
  • Mobilisation and demobilisation via Float Hire
  • Cartage of spoil and gravel available through Truck & Dog Haulage
  • Coordination with Civil Works and Earthworks crews where required
  • Ask about packaged rates when your excavator hire forms part of a larger program.

Why Choose RC Civil For Excavator Hire

  • Local knowledge
    New England soils, slopes and rainfall are unique. Our teams understand seasonal ground conditions and how to stage works around stock and cropping.
  • Accuracy with GPS and laser
    We set grades and levels so drainage runs true and water storages perform as designed. That means less rework and longer service life.
  • Safe and compliant
    We plan access, install sediment and erosion controls, and work to documented SWMS so your property and waterways are protected.
  • On time and on budget
    Clear schedules, daily communication and milestone checks keep your project moving.
  • End to end delivery
    From early advice and approvals support through to construction and final trims, we stay with you at every step.
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A Yellow Excavator Is Driving Through a Field with Trees in The Background — RC Civil in Armidale, NSW

Our Excavator Hire Process

  • Enquire and scope
    Share plans, access notes and timings. We confirm size, attachments and safety requirements.
  • Site visit or desktop review
    We verify services and ground conditions and plan the work area with you.
  • Quote and program
    Receive a clear quote with inclusions and a start window that fits your schedule.
  • Mobilise
    Machine is delivered with         Float Hire and inducted to site.
  • Execute and QA
    Daily pre starts, safe work methods and quality checks keep production and compliance on track.
  • Demobilise and tidy
    We leave the site neat and confirm any follow on works with your team.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do you offer wet or dry hire?

    We offer wet hire only so you get safe and efficient production from trained operators.

  • What excavator sizes and attachments are available?

    Our primary machine is a 20 tonne excavator. Attachments include buckets, tilt hitch, breaker, ripper, grab and augers. Confirm your needs at booking.

  • What are your minimum hire hours and rates?

    Minimums depend on location and scope. We can price by day rate or provide a fixed quote for defined works.

  • Can you transport the machine to remote sites?

    Yes. Mobilisation and demobilisation are handled through Float Hire.

  • Can you cart spoil or import gravel?

    Yes. Add Truck & Dog Haulage to move materials efficiently.

  • Can you assist with civil delivery around the dig?

    Yes. We can package Civil Works and Earthworks with your hire so you have one team on site.

Request A Call Back

Get a FREE Quote

Book a free site visit or send your plans for pricing. We will confirm access, outline options across Earthworks and Civil Works, and provide a clear written quote.