Forklift hire Melbourne

When you need a forklift in Melbourne or regional Victoria, Waverley Forklifts is your one stop shop for short and long term hire.

Find your ideal lift

With over 50 years in operation and a head office in Mount Waverley, close to the Monash Freeway and EastLink, we make it easy for businesses across the state to access a fully maintained fleet of forklifts, telehandlers and yard equipment. Whatever your industry or project length, our team will help you find the right lift for the job.

Our forklift rental range covers every application, from busy warehouse floors to outdoor construction and all terrain sites. Explore the range below or contact our team to talk through your requirements.

LPG & Diesel Forklifts

Our diesel forklifts give you the power you need, while our LPG options will have you covered all day.

Battery Electric

Waverley Forklifts provides long lasting battery powered forklifts that will keep you running all day.

All Terrain & Telehandlers

Our modern fleet of all-terrain forklifts & telehandlers are designed to withstand any environment.

Yard Tractors & Tow Tugs

Our versatile terminal tractors and tugs are designed to safely and efficiently move trailers and products around your yard.

Short Term & Long Term Forklift Rental in Melbourne

Whatever the length of your project, Waverley Forklifts has a rental option to suit. Choose the term that works for your business, and rest assured every forklift arrives fully serviced and ready to work.

Short Term Forklift Hire

Perfect for one off jobs, seasonal peaks or short notice equipment needs. Short term hire gives you access to a fully maintained forklift without the cost or commitment of ownership.

Long Term Forklift Rental

Considered long term rental? There are many benefits that will save you money in the long run and free up capital that can be used elsewhere in your business. Read more about our long term rental options.

Your experts in forklift hire & forklift rental

At Waverley Forklifts, we have worked hard to ensure the level of service you receive is second to none. We offer a variety of all terrain machines, ranging from LPG, petrol and diesel forklifts, as well as electric powered forklifts. We also specialise in counterbalance forklifts ranging in capacity from 1.5t to 16t.

If you have any questions or requests, rest assured you will be met with the highest level of expertise, experience and competence. Whether you are looking for forklift hire in Melbourne or based outside of the city in rural Victoria, Waverley Forklifts will always provide a service that exceeds the expectation of your requirements.

Long term rental benefits

Have you considered long term rental? There are many benefits that will save you money in the long run and free up capital that can be used elsewhere in your business.

Flexibility

Long term rental provides scalability, enabling you to adjust the rental period, and easily upgrade or downsize equipment as your needs change.

Fixed costs

Long-term rentals also allow for predictable budgeting with fixed monthly costs, facilitating better financial planning for your business.

Fully Maintained

We take care of all the servicing and compliance of our fleet, eliminating the burden of ongoing maintenance and repair costs.

No upfront costs

Enjoy access to some of the latest models and technology without the upfront investment required to purchase new equipment.
Flexibility
Long term rental provides scalability, enabling you to adjust the rental period, and easily upgrade or downsize equipment as your needs change.
Fixed costs
Long-term rentals also allow for predictable budgeting with fixed monthly costs, facilitating better financial planning for your business.
No maintenance
We take care of all the servicing and compliance of our fleet, eliminating the burden of ongoing maintenance and repair costs.
No upfront costs
Enjoy access to some of the latest models and technology without the upfront investment required to purchase new equipment.

What services do we offer?

It’s the range of services we offer that makes Waverley Forklifts the leading supplier of forklifts in Melbourne. Our services cover:

Forklift Servicing & Repairs

Our qualified technicians are skilled across all makes and models including LPG, electric, diesel and all terrain units.

Machinery Transport

No matter where you are in Australia, we’ll deliver forklift and access equipment on time, and in perfect working order.

Quality Used Equipment

We offer high-quality used equipment, thoroughly inspected and maintained to ensure reliable performance.

Equipment Hire

At Waverley Forklifts, we provide short and long term forklift hire and forklift rental to customers right across the state.

Contact our team today

Waverley Forklifts in Melbourne is your one stop shop for all things forklifts, with servicing/repairs, consultation, and forklift hire in Melbourne and across the entire state.

 

Regardless of whether you’re based in Melbourne’s metropolitan area or in rural Victoria, Waverley Forklifts will reach you within the time frame you require, so you have no concerns about meeting the deadline required to fulfill your project obligations. Whatever it is that you need, please don’t hesitate to contact our dedicated team about forklift rental in Melbourne and more.

Frequently asked questions

Cost depends on the forklift type, hire duration and any attachments needed. Contact our team for a tailored quote based on your specific job.

Short term hire suits one off jobs or short notice needs and is billed for the length of the job. Long term hire suits ongoing projects, offers fixed monthly costs and includes full servicing and maintenance for the duration of the rental.

Yes. Waverley Forklifts operates its own transport division and delivers forklifts and access equipment across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria, in perfect working order and on time.

We offer LPG and diesel forklifts, battery electric forklifts, all terrain forklifts and telehandlers, and yard tractors and tow tugs, with counterbalance capacities ranging from 1.5 tonne to 16 tonne.

Yes. Every forklift in our hire fleet is fully maintained and compliance checked by our qualified technicians before it reaches you, so there is no ongoing maintenance burden on your business.
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