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Midlands Civil Engineering & Plant Hire Ltd

Excavator Hire with Experienced Operators

Modern Excavator Hire for Groundworks, Civil Engineering & Construction Projects

Midlands Civil Engineering & Plant Hire Ltd provides professional excavator hire services for commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects throughout the East Midlands, West Midlands and South Yorkshire.

We operate a modern fleet of well-maintained excavators ranging from compact 1.5 tonne mini diggers through to 30 tonne excavators, allowing us to support projects of all sizes. Whether you require machinery for drainage installations, foundations, earthworks, site clearance or large-scale civil engineering works, we can provide the right excavator and experienced operator to deliver the job efficiently.

All excavators are supplied with a qualified operator, ensuring safe, productive and reliable operation on site.

Key Areas Covered:


  • Derby

  • Nottingham

  • Leicester

  • Lincoln

  • Mansfield

  • Chesterfield

  • Northampton


  • Birmingham

  • Coventry

  • Wolverhampton

  • Walsall

  • Dudley

  • Solihull

  • Worcester


  • Sheffield

  • Doncaster

  • Rotherham

  • Barnsley

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Call us on: 0115 9443900

Excavator Hire from 1.5 Tonne to 30 Tonne

Our fleet includes a wide range of modern excavators suitable for both small and large construction projects.

Smaller machines are ideal for restricted access sites, plot drainage, foundation excavations and utility works, while larger excavators are regularly used for bulk earthworks, deep drainage schemes, site preparation and major civil engineering projects.

By offering excavators from 1.5 tonnes up to 30 tonnes, we can match the right machine to your project requirements, helping to maximise productivity and minimise unnecessary costs.
Digger Hire
Digger operator

Supplied with Experienced Operators

Every excavator is supplied with a skilled operator who has experience working across a wide range of groundworks and civil engineering environments.

Our operators understand the importance of working safely, efficiently and in accordance with project specifications. From precise foundation excavations through to large-scale earthmoving operations, we provide dependable support to help keep projects on schedule.

Hiring an excavator with an operator offers several benefits, including:
  • Increased productivity on site
  • Reduced project risk
  • Experienced machinery operation
  • Improved health and safety compliance
  • Flexible support for short and long-term projects
  • Reliable performance from modern equipment
Using modern placement and finishing techniques, we ensure every concrete slab meets the required strength, finish and performance specifications.

Supporting a Wide Range of Projects

Our excavator hire services are regularly used for:
  • Foundation excavations
  • Trench fill foundations
  • Deep drainage installations
  • Utility trenching
  • Earthworks and site preparation
  • Site clearance
  • Commercial developments
  • Industrial construction projects
  • Infrastructure and civil engineering schemes
Whether you require a compact excavator for detailed groundwork or a larger machine for significant excavation works, we can provide the equipment and expertise needed to support your project.
Plant Hire

Why Choose Midlands Civil Engineering & Plant Hire Ltd?

With over three decades of industry experience, Midlands Civil Engineering & Plant Hire has built a reputation for delivering dependable civil engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors. We combine practical construction expertise with a proactive approach to project delivery, helping clients overcome challenges and maintain progress throughout every stage of construction.

Over 30 Years of Civil Engineering Experience

Our management team brings decades of practical civil engineering and drainage expertise to every project.

Experienced Workforce

Our highly skilled operatives are trained to deliver drainage projects safely, efficiently and to specification.

Modern Plant & Equipment

We operate a comprehensive fleet of plant and machinery suitable for complex drainage and infrastructure works.

Reliable Project Delivery

We understand the importance of programme deadlines and work proactively to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Safety-First Team You Can Trust

Our fully qualified workforce operates to strict health and safety standards, ensuring every project is delivered responsibly, professionally and with minimal risk on site.

Large Area of Coverage

While based in the Midlands, and undertake drainage and civil engineering projects throughout the East Midlands, West Midlands and South Yorkshire.

Frequently Asked Questions

We provide modern excavators ranging from 1.5 tonne mini diggers up to 30 tonne excavators.

Yes. All excavator hire includes a qualified and experienced operator.

Yes. Our fleet includes compact 1.5 tonne excavators that are ideal for smaller projects and restricted access sites.

We regularly support foundation works, drainage installations, earthworks, site preparation, commercial developments and civil engineering projects.

We primarily work throughout the East Midlands, West Midlands and South Yorkshire, while also supporting selected projects further afield.
Digger Hire

Need an Excavator with Operator?

From compact 1.5 tonne mini diggers to powerful 30 tonne excavators, Midlands Civil Engineering & Plant Hire Ltd provides reliable machinery and experienced operators for projects of all sizes. Contact our team today to discuss your requirements and receive a competitive quotation.
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