Earthmoving

Excavator HireSouth Africa

PHM Services offers a comprehensive range of excavators across South Africa — from compact 1-ton mini excavators ideal for confined residential sites to 100-ton mining excavators for large-scale earthworks. All machines are well-maintained, GPS-tracked, and available with CPCS-certified operators. We serve construction, civil engineering, mining, and municipal clients nationwide.

Operating Weight

1 – 100+ ton

Bucket Capacity

0.1 – 6 m³

Dig Depth

2.5 – 9 m

Engine Power

13 – 450 kW

Yellow excavator digging on a construction site in South Africa
Mini excavator working in a narrow trench for pipe installation
Large excavator performing bulk earthmoving at a mining site
✅ Nationwide Delivery✅ Certified Operators✅ Competitive Rates✅ Fast Mobilisation✅ 24/7 Support

Pricing & Availability

Flexible hire options for short-term projects and long-term contracts across all 9 provinces.

Mini (1–6 ton)

From R2,500

per day

Ideal for residential & confined sites

Medium (7–20 ton)

From R4,500

per day

General civil & construction

Large (20–45 ton)

From R8,500

per day

Heavy earthworks & mining

Heavy Duty (50+ ton)

POA

per day

Large-scale mining operations

Rates exclude VAT, fuel, and operator costs. Monthly rates available. Call for a custom quote.

Key Features

  • GPS tracking
  • Certified operators available
  • Multiple bucket sizes
  • Hydraulic breaker attachment option
  • Nationwide delivery

Common Applications

  • Trenching & pipe laying
  • Bulk earthmoving
  • Demolition
  • Mining & quarrying
  • Foundation excavation
  • Land clearing