Forklift Hire & Rental Melbourne

Forklift Hire & Rental Melbourne

Forklift Hire & Rental Melbourne

Toyota gas forklifts, 1.8 to 3 tonne, delivered all over Melbourne. From $190/week + GST. New customers: first week $130 until 30 Nov.

Set up an account in under 5 minutes

First week $130, then $190/wk

First week $130, then $190/wk

Short / Long Term

Short / Long Term

150+ forklifts in the hire fleet

150+ forklifts in the hire fleet

Servicing and breakdown cover included

Servicing and breakdown cover included

Hire now, pay later

Hire now, pay later

Hire it for as long as you need it

Hire it for as long as you need it

Call 1300 326 654 or send an enquiry.

Forklift hire pricing

Hire option Price
First week, new customers 1.8t standard mast gas forklift, then $190/wk + GST. Hires booked by 30 November 2026. $130 + GST
Weekly hire: Toyota 1.8–2.5t LPG (gas) forklift Standard mast from $190, container mast up to $250. From $190 + GST per week
Minimum hire One week
Local delivery Depends on your suburb. From around $180 + GST
Longer hires Call for long-term rates

Call 1300 326 654

All prices exclude GST. Longer hires are priced on enquiry.

First-week offer: $130 + GST for the first week of a new customer’s first hire of a 1.8 tonne standard mast gas forklift, then $190 a week + GST. Hires booked by 30 November 2026. One-week minimum. Delivery and pick-up extra. Not available with other offers.

Forklift hire prices

Our real weekly rates, published in full. Hire for a month or more and the weekly rate drops. All prices are per forklift, per week, + GST.

Weekly rateWeekly rate when you hire for a month or more

Toyota LPG (gas) forklifts

Yards, docks, trucks and containers

1.8 tonne, standard mastCompact, for tighter yards
$190/wk + GST
$160/wk + GST
Save $30 a week when you hire for a month or more
New customers: first week $130 + GST (booked by 30 Nov 2026)
1.8 tonne, container mastFits inside shipping containers
$230/wk + GST
$200/wk + GST
Save $30 a week when you hire for a month or more
2.5 tonne, standard mastAll-round yard and dock work
$200/wk + GST
$180/wk + GST
Save $20 a week when you hire for a month or more
2.5 tonne, container mastFull free lift for container loading
$250/wk + GST
$200/wk + GST
Save $50 a week when you hire for a month or more

Electric forklifts

Indoor work and warehouse racking. Long-term hire available

Electric counterbalanceQuiet, no fumes, for indoor work
$270/wk + GST
$210/wk + GST
Save $60 a week when you hire for a month or more
Electric reach truckNarrow aisles and high racking
$280/wk + GST
$220/wk + GST
Save $60 a week when you hire for a month or more
We don’t do daily hire. Our minimum hire is one week. If you only need a forklift for a day or two, another dealer that does daily hire will suit you better.
Long-term hire. Hiring for months, or more than one machine? Ring us on 1300 326 654 for long-term rates, which are lower than the ones shown here.
✓Servicing and breakdown cover for the whole hire
✓Toyota forklifts from a fleet of 150+
✓Delivery quoted for your suburb before you book
✓Hire now, pay later on account

Prices are per forklift, per week, and exclude GST. Delivery and pick-up are extra, from around $180 + GST depending on your suburb.

Rates above are for 1.8 to 3 tonne LPG (gas) forklifts, and electric forklifts of the same size. For reach trucks, call 1300 326 654. Delivery and pick-up are extra and quoted up front for your suburb. Delivery costs less the longer you hire. On hires over a month, ask us about reduced delivery.

Forklift hire Melbourne businesses can rely on

We hire Toyota gas (LPG) forklifts from 1.8 to 3 tonne all over Melbourne, for a week, a season or years. Forklift hire and forklift rental are the same thing here: you get the machine, we look after it. Damoli Forklift Services is a family owned and operated Melbourne business, hiring forklifts since 2009. Our hire fleet is 150+ forklifts, mainly Toyota: LPG (gas) forklifts for yards, docks and trucks, plus electric forklifts for indoor work. We also hire electric reach trucks. We run it out of two yards: Unit 2/76 Riverside Ave, Werribee VIC 3030, and 55 Produce Drive, Epping VIC 3076 (Monday to Friday, midnight to 4pm; call before you come). When you ring about forklift hire in Melbourne, you deal with the people who own and look after the machines.

We deliver across Melbourne: the west from our Werribee yard, the north from our Epping yard, and the south-east, east and inner suburbs too. Tell us what you’re lifting, how high it needs to go and where it will work, and we’ll match the machine and quote delivery before you book.

What’s included

  • Servicing and breakdown cover for the whole hire. If something goes wrong, call us and we’ll sort it.
  • A machine matched to the job. LPG (gas) forklifts for yards, loading docks and trucks, electric forklifts for indoor work. Electric reach trucks are also available.
  • Hire now, pay later. Set up an account in under 5 minutes.

Extra: delivery and pick-up. We’ll quote them before you book so there are no surprises.

Delivery across Melbourne

We deliver hire forklifts to sites right across Melbourne. Delivery is from around $180 + GST, depending on your suburb and how long you hire. Delivery costs less the longer you hire. On hires over a month, ask us about reduced delivery.

West: from our Werribee yard

Our Werribee yard at Unit 2/76 Riverside Ave serves Melbourne’s west and inner west, from Werribee and Point Cook through Truganina, Laverton and Derrimut to Sunshine, Altona and Footscray. Based in Melton? See our forklift hire in Melton page.

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North: from our Epping yard

Our Epping yard at 55 Produce Drive (Monday to Friday, midnight to 4pm; call before you come) serves the northern industrial suburbs, from Epping, Lalor and Thomastown across to Campbellfield, Broadmeadows, Tullamarine and Craigieburn.

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South-east, east and inner Melbourne

We also deliver to the south-east, east and inner suburbs, including Dandenong, Keysborough, Carrum Downs, Braeside and Port Melbourne. Delivery is quoted for your address before you book. See forklift hire Port Melbourne.

Not sure if we reach you? Call 1300 326 654 with the delivery address and we’ll confirm.

Short-term and long-term forklift hire

Short-term hire covers the jobs that come and go: a container that’s just landed, a stocktake, peak season, a fit-out, or covering your own forklift while it’s off the road. Minimum hire is one week, and a Toyota 1.8–2.5 tonne LPG forklift is $190–$250 + GST per week. If the work runs longer, keep it longer.

Long-term hire gives you a forklift on site without buying one. You get a machine that’s ours to look after, a predictable cost, and the option to change capacity if the work changes. Many Melbourne warehouses and factories run this way for months or years. Call 1300 326 654 for long-term rates.

Delivery on longer hires. Delivery costs less the longer you hire. On hires over a month, ask us about reduced delivery.

Not sure which suits you? Read forklift hire vs buying or ask us when you call. If buying makes more sense, see our used Toyota forklifts, with a 3-year warranty on all units.

What hire customers say

From Damoli hire customers, on Google and direct to us.

“We recently hired a forklift from this company and were thoroughly impressed. … The equipment was reliable and well-maintained, making the entire process smooth and stress-free.”

Andy B., Google review

“I was looking for a forklift for my business, and within just a few texts and one email, Matthew from Damoli had a forklift delivered straight to my warehouse. The whole process was quick, easy, and hassle-free.”

Adnan M., Google review

“We recently hired a forklift through this business and couldn’t be happier with the experience. The process was smooth from start to finish, and the machine itself was in excellent condition.”

Shanaka G., Google review

“We needed a forklift for a week to unload a large shipment at our Dandenong South warehouse. Damoli Forklifts delivered on short notice. Easiest forklift hire I’ve ever done.”

Mark T., Operations Manager, Dandenong South

“We hired a forklift for the month of October. The team at Damoli Forklifts recommended the right model for our needs and gave us a fair price. I’d recommend their forklift hire to any business in Melbourne.”

Sarah L., Owner, Brunswick

“Our construction site in Footscray needed a forklift for two months. Damoli Forklifts made the whole process smooth, from the quote to delivery and pick-up. When we had a question midway through, they got back to us within minutes. Top-notch forklift hire from a team that cares.”

Dean R., Site Supervisor, Footscray

“We’ve used Damoli Forklifts for our forklift hire needs several times now, most recently a six-month hire while our own fleet was being upgraded. The equipment is well maintained, the pricing is transparent and the service has been consistently excellent. We won’t be going anywhere else.”

Priya K., Logistics Coordinator, Tullamarine

How hiring works

  1. Call 1300 326 654 or send us an enquiry.
  2. Tell us the load weight, lift height, indoors or outdoors, how long you need it, and the delivery address.
  3. We’ll quote the hire plus delivery and pick-up before you book.
  4. We deliver the forklift, ready to work. When you’re done, we pick it up.

Still deciding between gas and electric? See LPG vs electric forklifts. Want a feel for the numbers first? Read what forklift hire costs.

Why Damoli

  • Family owned and operated since 2009. You’re not ringing a national call centre.
  • 150+ forklifts in the hire fleet. Mainly Toyota. LPG (gas) forklifts from 1.8 to 3 tonne, plus electric. Electric reach trucks too.
  • Two yards, west and north. Werribee at Unit 2/76 Riverside Ave, Werribee VIC 3030 (Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm; weekends by appointment). Epping at 55 Produce Drive, Epping VIC 3076 (Monday to Friday, midnight to 4pm; call before you come).
  • From $190 a week + GST on Toyota LPG (gas) forklifts, and $270 a week + GST for electric.
  • Servicing and breakdown cover included on every hire.
  • We also sell and service. If you’d rather own one, see used forklifts for sale with a 3-year warranty on all units. If your own machine is playing up, we offer on-site servicing. We service all makes and models, and we specialise in Toyota.

Also for hire: electric reach trucks

We also hire electric reach trucks for warehouse racking and narrow aisles. Call 1300 326 654 and tell us the rack height, aisle width and how long you need it. Minimum hire is one week.

Forklift hire FAQs

How much does forklift hire cost in Melbourne?

New customers pay $130 + GST for their first week on a 1.8 tonne standard mast gas forklift (hires booked by 30 November 2026), then $190 a week + GST. Toyota LPG (gas) forklifts start from $190 a week + GST ($160 a week on a hire of a month or more), and electric forklifts are $270 a week + GST ($210 on a month or more). Weekly hire of a late-model Toyota 1.8–2.5 tonne container mast forklift is $230–$250 + GST. Minimum hire is one week. Delivery is from around $180 + GST, depending on your suburb. For longer hires, call 1300 326 654 for long-term rates.

What is the minimum hire period?

Minimum hire is one week. You can keep the forklift for as long as the work needs it, and longer hires get long-term rates.

Do you deliver across Melbourne, and what does delivery cost?

Yes. We deliver to the west from our Werribee yard, to the north from our Epping yard, and to the south-east, east and inner suburbs, such as Dandenong, Keysborough, Carrum Downs, Braeside and Port Melbourne. Delivery is from around $180 + GST and depends on your suburb and how long you hire. Delivery costs less the longer you hire. On hires over a month, ask us about reduced delivery.

Do you do long-term forklift hire?

Yes. Long-term hire puts a forklift on site without buying one, with servicing and breakdown cover included for the whole hire. Call 1300 326 654 for long-term rates, and ask about reduced delivery on hires over a month.

What can I hire?

LPG (gas) forklifts from 1.8 to 3 tonne, mainly Toyota, from our hire fleet of 150+ forklifts. We also hire electric forklifts in the same sizes for indoor work, plus electric reach trucks (call 1300 326 654).

Is servicing included?

Yes. Servicing and breakdown cover are included for the length of the hire. If the machine needs attention, we’ll sort it out.

Can I set up an account and pay later?

Yes. Hire now, pay later, with an account set up in under 5 minutes.

What if my own forklift breaks down?

Call 1300 326 654. We can often get a hire forklift to you while yours is fixed, and we also do on-site forklift servicing. Our service special is $345 + GST (normally $420 + GST), with travel, labour, parts and consumables included, for gas, petrol and electric forklifts up to 3t, anywhere in Melbourne. We service all makes and models, and we specialise in Toyota.

Ready to hire a forklift in Melbourne?

Call 1300 326 654. Toyota gas (LPG) forklifts from 1.8 to 3 tonne, from $190 a week + GST, delivered all over Melbourne, with servicing and breakdown cover included. Electric forklifts too.

Call 1300 326 654 or send an enquiry.

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Our team of professionals are always willing to answer any questions or queries you might have about our service or about the type of forklift that is best for your needs. This commitment to your satisfaction is what sets us apart from other companies in the area.

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Expert help when you need it — from
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Quality forklifts and service at competitive prices, helping you protect your bottom line.

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To learn more about our forklift hire, Melbourne businesses can browse our range online or call us today on 1300 326 654.

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Forklift hire in Melbourne: the facts

Rated 4.6 stars from 129 Google reviews (our Werribee Google profile). Damoli Forklift Services is family owned and operated, hiring forklifts in Melbourne since 2009, with a hire fleet of 150+ forklifts, mainly Toyota.

  • From $190 a week + GST for Toyota LPG (gas) forklifts; electric $270 a week + GST.
  • Weekly hire: $230 to $250 + GST for a late-model Toyota 1.8 to 2.5 tonne container mast forklift. Minimum hire is one week.
  • Delivery: from around $180 + GST, quoted for your suburb before you book.
  • Servicing and breakdown cover included for the whole hire.
  • Hire now, pay later, with an account set up in under 5 minutes.

Our two yards

  • Werribee: Unit 2/76 Riverside Ave, Werribee VIC 3030 (Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm; weekends by appointment). Serves the west and inner west.
  • Epping: 55 Produce Drive, Epping VIC 3076 (Monday to Friday, midnight to 4pm). Serves the northern suburbs.

Choose by size and type

Forklift hire near you

West, from our Werribee yard: forklift hire Werribee, forklift hire Laverton, forklift hire Laverton North, forklift hire Truganina, forklift hire Tarneit and forklift hire Melton.

North, from our Epping yard: forklift hire Epping, forklift hire Campbellfield, forklift hire Tullamarine, forklift hire Thomastown, forklift hire Preston and forklift hire Bundoora.

What hire customers say on Google

“I was looking for a forklift for my business, and within just a few texts and one email, Matthew from Damoli had a forklift delivered straight to my warehouse. The whole process was quick, easy, and hassle-free.”

Adnan M., Google review

“We recently hired a forklift through this business and couldn’t be happier with the experience. The process was smooth from start to finish, and the machine itself was in excellent condition.”

Shanaka G., Google review

“We recently hired a forklift from this company and were thoroughly impressed. … The equipment was reliable and well-maintained, making the entire process smooth and stress-free.”

Andy B., Google review

How forklift hire and rental works

  1. Call 1300 326 654 with the load, lift height, indoors or outdoors, how long and where.
  2. We try to work out the right forklift by phone and quote hire and delivery before you book.
  3. Set up an account in under 5 minutes. Hire now, pay later.
  4. We deliver from Werribee or Epping on a one-week minimum hire, with servicing and breakdown cover included.

Hire by size or fuel: 1.8 tonne, 2.5 tonne, 3 tonne, LPG, electric, short-term and long-term.

More forklift hire questions

Where are your yards, and when are they open?

Werribee is at Unit 2/76 Riverside Ave, Werribee VIC 3030, open Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm, with weekends by appointment. Epping is at 55 Produce Drive, Epping VIC 3076, open Monday to Friday, midnight to 4pm. Call 1300 326 654 before you come.

What size forklift do I need?

Tell us the heaviest load, its size, how high it needs to go and where the forklift will work. The forklift’s load chart sets its capacity for the load centre, lift height and attachments. Give us the load dimensions and weight so we can check a suitable machine before you book. Also measure the lowest doorway, roller door or container opening it has to drive through. We hire 1.8, 2.5 and 3 tonne forklifts. See 1.8 tonne, 2.5 tonne and 3 tonne forklift hire.

Should I hire a gas or an electric forklift?

LPG (gas) forklifts suit yards, loading docks and trucks. Electric forklifts suit indoor work: they are quiet, with zero fumes at the point of use. A charger is included with every electric hire. Charging takes hours, and chargers run off mains power, single or three phase depending on the battery and charger, so tell us what power you have where it will charge. See LPG forklift hire and electric forklift hire.

Do you hire reach trucks for high racking?

Yes. Reach trucks are built for tight aisles and high racking. Call 1300 326 654 for rates and tell us your rack height and aisle width. See reach truck hire.

Forklift rental Melbourne: the full guide

Forklift rental in Melbourne with Damoli is simple: you tell us the job, we match a Toyota forklift to it, deliver it and look after it until it comes back. Forklift hire and forklift rental mean the same thing here. Rates start from $190 a week + GST, the minimum hire is one week, and servicing and breakdown cover are included for the whole hire.

Sizes and fuel types for hire

Need a container mast or a sideshift, a diesel, or more than 3 tonnes? Call 1300 326 654 and tell us the load, the lift height and the site, and we’ll tell you what we can supply before you book.

Short-term and long-term forklift rental

Short-term forklift rental suits stocktakes, peak season, cover while yours is off the floor, or one container. Long-term forklift rental suits months or years without buying. See short-term forklift hire and long-term forklift hire. Weekly rates and the one-week minimum are in the questions below.

Delivery and pick-up

Delivery starts from around $180 + GST and is quoted by suburb before you book. Delivery is a one-off cost, so the longer the hire, the less it adds to each week.

Who rents forklifts from us

Warehouses, factories, builders, wholesalers and anyone unloading containers. Tell us the job and we’ll match the size and fuel type for forklift hire Melbourne. Before booking, confirm the operator has the appropriate high-risk work licence for the forklift being hired; see when forklift training is required.

Getting your site ready for a hire forklift

A few things sorted before delivery make the first day smoother. When you call, tell us:

  • Access: where our truck can unload, and the lowest doorway, roller door or container opening the forklift has to get through.
  • Ground: whether it will work on concrete, bitumen or a rougher surface, and any ramps or slopes.
  • Charging: for an electric forklift, where it will charge and what mains power is there. A charger comes with every electric hire.
  • Operators: who will drive it. Confirm that each operator has the appropriate high-risk work licence and is familiar with the model they’ll use. Check the requirements and any supervised-training exceptions in WorkSafe Victoria’s forklift training and competency guidance.

Once it’s on site, WorkSafe Victoria advises a pre-operation inspection in line with the manufacturer’s recommendations at the start of each shift, before first daily use and when the operator changes; see forklift maintenance and inspection. If the check finds a fault, keep the forklift out of use and call us on 1300 326 654. Servicing and breakdown cover are included for the whole hire.

Forklift rental across Melbourne

West, from our Werribee yard (Unit 2/76 Riverside Ave, Werribee VIC 3030, Monday to Friday 8am–4pm, weekends by appointment): Werribee, Hoppers Crossing, Tarneit, Wyndham Vale, Point Cook, Laverton, Laverton North, Truganina, Derrimut, Ravenhall, Deer Park, Sunshine, Sunshine West, Brooklyn, Altona, Footscray, Melton, Keilor Park, Tullamarine.

North, from our Epping yard (55 Produce Drive, Epping VIC 3076, Monday to Friday, midnight to 4pm, call before you come): Epping, Lalor, Thomastown, Reservoir, Preston, Bundoora, Campbellfield, Broadmeadows, Coolaroo, Craigieburn, Somerton.

We deliver to the south-east, east and inner suburbs too, including Port Melbourne.

Why hire from Damoli

  • Rated 4.6 stars from 129 Google reviews (our Werribee Google profile).
  • Family owned and operated in Melbourne since 2009.
  • A hire fleet of 150+ forklifts, mainly Toyota.
  • Set up an account in under 5 minutes. Hire now, pay later.
  • We also sell used forklifts for sale in Melbourne, with a 3-year warranty on all units, and offer forklift service Melbourne for all makes and models, specialising in Toyota.

Forklift hire and rental questions

Is forklift hire Melbourne the same as forklift rental Melbourne?

Yes. Hire and rental are the same with Damoli: we supply the forklift, deliver it, and look after servicing and breakdowns while you have it.

How much does forklift rental cost?

Toyota LPG forklifts are $190–$250 + GST per week (1.8 tonne standard mast to 2.5 tonne container mast), or $160–$200 a week on a hire of a month or more. Electric counterbalance is $270 ($210 on a month or more) and electric reach trucks $280 ($220), all + GST per week. For long-term hire, call 1300 326 654 for a rate. Delivery is from around $180 + GST, quoted by suburb. See forklift rental cost Melbourne.

What is the minimum hire, and can I hire for one day?

We don’t do daily hire. Our minimum hire is one week. If you only need a forklift for a day or two, another dealer that does daily hire will suit you better. For a week or longer, call 1300 326 654.

Is servicing included?

Yes. Servicing and breakdown cover are included for the whole hire.

How do I book forklift hire Melbourne?

Call 1300 326 654 with your load, lift height, the lowest door or container opening, suburb and dates, and for electric, the power where it will charge. We’ll quote hire and delivery, then set up an account in under 5 minutes. Hire now, pay later.

Do you hire forklifts for container unloading?

Yes. Most container work needs a container mast. See container forklift hire and short-term forklift rental for containers.

Do you deliver to Truganina, Laverton North and Campbellfield?

Yes. West and north industrial suburbs are core delivery areas from Werribee and Epping, including Truganina, Laverton North, Derrimut, Campbellfield and Somerton.

Ready to book? Call 1300 326 654 with the load, your suburb and how many weeks you need it.

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Call 1300 326 654 for a hire quote. Delivery and pick-up across Melbourne, quoted before you book.

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