About EzyQuip
Founded in 2008, Ezyquip Hire provides superior plant and equipment hire solutions for the civil, construction and mining industries.
Operating from six branches across Queensland, New South Wales and the Northern Territory, Ezyquip Hire is strategically positioned to service our growing customer base.
With an impeccably maintained fleet of over 700 pieces of equipment and specialised machinery that outperforms traditional alternatives, Ezyquip Hire can provide a ready-to-work solution for almost any hire requirement, including wet or dry hire.
We go the extra mile.
Embedded in all that we do is the drive to go the extra mile for our customer. In an ever-changing, time-critical industry our team understands the need for modern, high-performance equipment that can be delivered to metro, regional and remote areas without delay.
Quality, Safety, Environment
Health and safety is our priority
Ezyquip Hire has always fostered a strong safety culture and maintained a solid focus on quality and environment. The company continues to see impressive QSE performance statistics as a result of a proactive and preventative culture implemented by management and nurtured by all members of the Ezyquip Hire team. We have a daily mission of “No injuries to anyone”, “No rework or error”, and “No harm to the environment” and our team use these daily missions to set targets and objectives within each branch and project. Ezyquip Hire also implement a number of safety campaigns and initiatives throughout the year including the “Personal Big5™” campaign, the Sentis Safety Culture eLearning Program, and Safety First Events with Workplace Health and Safety QLD Ambassador Shane Webcke.
Ezyquip Hire’s Workplace Health and Safety management system is certified to ISO 45001:2018 standards. Our team are consistently focused on health and safety in all aspects of what we do, from workshop and maintenance operations through to transportation, deployment and operation of our equipment on site.
Additionally, Ezyquip Hire ensure that all processes meet the safety requirements of Tier 1 mining companies and contractors and maintains prequalification status for these companies.
Quality outcomes
With certification to ISO 9001:2015, Ezyquip Hire’s quality policies and procedures support our high standards for procurement, commissioning, hire, and maintenance.
Ezyquip Hire is dedicated to providing the best quality outcomes for our customers with high-performing and impeccably maintained equipment, the latest model machinery and a highly qualified maintenance team.
Minimising our footprint
Ezyquip Hire follows a strict environmental policy that is certified to ISO 14001:2004. Our goal is to reduce the impact of our business operations on the environment, and we do this by complying with all relevant legislation and promoting sustainability and environmental awareness at all levels of the business.
Giving Back
Community engagement
Ezyquip Hire are passionate about supporting the local communities in which we operate. We love giving back to charities, clubs and community groups in relevant and impactful ways, whether it be in-kind programs or monetary support. We are particularly proud of our support for remote and indigenous charities and organisations.
Some of the highlights of our recent community work has been providing support to the Weipa Fishing Classic, Roma’s Easter in the Country, Dubbo Dirt Bike Club, Toowoomba Hockey Association, and the Darwin Cricket Club.
If your community has an event or group in need of support, please email a detailed proposal to marketing@ezyquip.com.au at least six months prior to the activity or event, and include the following information:
- Organisation description
- Location, promotion and schedule of proposed activity/event
- Degree of community involvement/benefit
- Funding requested or sponsorship levels available with breakdown of inclusions
- Other sponsors involved
Ezyquip Hire will review all proposals received and provide a response.
Our People
Hardworking, dedicated, skilled – every member of our team is a remarkable force that gives Ezyquip Hire the continued confidence to grow as an industry leader. We are passionate about our equipment and the services we offer, and our number one goal is to adapt and align with our customer’s needs. Your success is our success.
Denis Gardner
Managing Director
Managing Director of Ezyquip Hire, Denis Gardner has been at the helm of the company since 2008. Denis brings with him more than 20 years’ experience in the construction, infrastructure and hire industries. With a hands-on, operational background, Denis has ideal industry knowledge and experience to lead a team of more than 90 professional mechanics, operators and administration staff…
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Clayton Evans
Operations Manager
As a qualified diesel fitter by trade and with over 20 years working in the heavy equipment industry, Clayton has extensive knowledge and experience in both workshop and business operation roles…
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Brett Lenz
Sales & Marketing Manager
Having started his career in the earthmoving industry in 2005 as a Rental Coordinator for Hastings Deering, Brett has worked in various roles including as a Rental Account Manager in the Northern Territory before moving into sales. After moving back to Brisbane in 2009 to take up the Brisbane Sales Representative position, he started dealing with Ezyquip Hire not long after our formation in 2008.
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Kevin Woods
Area Manager
With over 20 years of industry experience, Kevin has brought a wealth of knowledge to the various roles has held at Ezyquip Hire since its inception. Starting his career with Ezyquip Hire in logistics, Kevin soon became a Hire Coordinator, then promoted to Branch Manager in Brisbane…
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Nick D’Arcy
National Business Development Manager
With more than 20 years’ experience in the mining, civil construction, plant hire, and logistics industries, Nick brings a specialist knowledge and operational expertise to his role. Nick has been a great asset to the Ezyquip Hire team since 2008 …
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Daniel Wells
Project Manager, Weipa
In 2019, Dan moved into the role of Branch Manager in Toowoomba, which he performed at a very high level until stepping into his current role as Project Manager in Weipa. Dan’s main focus as Project Manager is overseeing all of our operations onsite in Weipa. Ensuring safe and efficient practices, as well delivering high-quality output for our clients.
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Jason Richardson
Health, Safety and Environmental Manager
As the Health, Safety and Environmental Manager for Ezyquip Hire, Jason Richardson is a great asset to have both on-site and working within our branches. Tasked with ensuring compliance to internal and external safety and environmental systems, Jason has an in-depth knowledge of WHS and safety legislation and is committed to building a positive safety culture…
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Travis Oakes
Branch Manager, Brisbane
Travis started with Ezyquip Hire in 2011 as an operator, before learning the drill rigs for 7 years and working on various projects all around the country. He stepped into the drill manager role in 2020 and became Brisbane branch manager in 2021. His responsibilities include managing the day-to-day operations of our Brisbane branch, whilst overseeing Ezyquip Hire’s drilling projects.
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Graham Forbes
Branch Manager, Toowoomba
Graham worked in industrial and construction sectors for 10 years as a Plant Operator, prior to joining the hire industry in 1998.
Over the last 25+ years he’s enjoyed various roles such as Hire Coordinator, Account Manager, Branch Manager, Regional Manager in both sales and operations.
His key drivers toward growing a sustainable business are look after your people, work safely, and deliver best in class customer solutions.
Stephen Lowry
Branch Manager, Roma
Stephen started as a Subcontractor at Ezyquip, working his way into Workshop Lead, before finally earning the role of Branch Manager in Roma. Stephen is a very hard working individual with great leadership skills and an invaluable asset to the company.
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William Rybak
Branch Manager, Dubbo
Bill has a strong management background in the heavy equipment industry, with well over a decades worth of experience. As Branch Manager for our Dubbo branch, Bill has a strong understanding of local projects and works closely with our customers to develop tailored solutions for their projects.
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Angela Hennessy
Branch Manager, Darwin
Angela has 10 years’ experience in the industry and an extensive management background. She started with Ezyquip Hire in 2017 as a Hire and Service Coordinator, then transitioned to Assistant Branch Manager before becoming Branch Manager in Darwin in 2021. Angela has managed major projects in the NT in mining, civil and construction industries. She always delivers a high level of customer service and understanding of customer needs when operating in the NT.
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Kylie Oliver
HR Manager
Kylie has over 25 years of HR experience, having worked in many different roles including HR Business Partner, HR Manager, Group HR Manager, Manager Shared Services, Learning and Development Manager and more. She has worked in a range of industries, from retail to construction, manufacturing to transport and disability services.
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Mark Leon
Maintenance Manager
Mark started his career as a qualified Diesel Fitter, working for 15 years in the mining industry, 10 years of which he spent on the front lines of leadership in mining and civil. Mark joined Ezyquip Hire in 2021 in a Supervisor role at Amrun, Weipa. He became Maintenance Manager in early 2022, overseeing all maintenance procedures and practices across Ezyquip.
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Graeme Fox
Financial Controller
Graeme has worked in a variety of larger and medium sized entities such as Holcim, Cement Australia, Pacific National, Onesteel and Fuji Xerox. He has been in finance for about 25 years and has worked in or touched just about every area in Finance.
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