The basics of plant and fleet hire
When managing mining, civil or construction projects, choosing the right equipment hire option can make all the difference. The key choice is often Dry Hire vs Wet Hire – understanding the difference helps you choose the best option for your team.
CPH offers flexible hire options across a wide fleet, including excavators, dozers, trucks and specialised plant and equipment. Choose Dry Hire or Wet Hire based on your project scope, timeline, available operators, and resource needs.
Dry Hire vs Wet Hire explained:
- Dry Hire: Equipment is hired without an operator, offering flexibility and control to clients with their own skilled workforce.
- Wet Hire: Includes both equipment and a trained operator, ideal for projects requiring specific skills or additional resources.
Dry Hire – Flexibility and control
Dry hire from CPH gives you quality machinery without operator costs – ideal if your team includes trained, in-house equipment operators.This option provides:
- Full Control: Clients can schedule and manage machinery use based on their needs.
- Cost Savings: By using in-house operators, businesses save on labour costs, particularly for long-term projects.
- Skill Development: Operators gain hands-on experience, contributing to a more skilled workforce.
Wet Hire: Full solution with expert operators
For businesses without experienced operators or those working on complex projects, wet hire provides a comprehensive solution. This option includes:
- Expert operators: Handle equipment with skill, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
- Streamlined management: Delegating machinery operation allows clients to focus on planning and managing the project.
- Quick mobilisation: Wet hire simplifies logistics, particularly for urgent or time-sensitive projects.
Choosing the right option for your project
Choosing between dry and wet hire depends on factors such as:
- Budget: Dry hire typically incurs lower costs but requires skilled personnel. Wet hire may have higher upfront costs but can save money by enhancing productivity and reducing risks.
- Project complexity: Simple tasks often suit dry hire, while complex work benefits from the added expertise that comes with wet hire.
The decision between dry hire and wet hire ultimately hinges on your specific project requirements:
- Opt for Dry Hire if you have the in-house expertise to operate equipment and need flexibility in managing your project.
- Choose Wet Hire if your project involves specialised tasks, urgent timeframes or is lacking skilled operators.
Assess your budget, team skills and project complexity to choose the most efficient, cost-effective hire option.
Why partner with CPH Mining & Civil?
With over two decades of experience serving the Bowen Basin and Moranbah regions, CPH Mining & Civil can offer reliable plant and fleet solutions. The team works closely with clients to customise hire solutions, helping them achieve project goals with confidence.
By partnering with CPH, you gain access to an ever-growing range of modern machines, ensuring that you have the best equipment available for your project. In addition to this 130+ extensive fleet, CPH’s dedicated team has a focus on service and excellent support.
At CPH Mining & Civil, we understand the unique challenges faced by businesses in the mining, civil construction and industrial sectors. Whether you’re managing a large-scale operation or a smaller project, our custom hire solutions provide the tools and expertise you need to succeed.
Get in touch to explore Dry and Wet Hire options and how we can support your next project. Call 07 4941 9537 to discuss your needs and discover how our fleet can help.
