Plant Broking
Expert plant broking for civil & construction.
We source, match, and arrange engineering plant and equipment for hire or purchase — backed by on-demand insurance from day one.
What plant broking means for your business
Whether you need to source a machine urgently, place surplus plant, or arrange hire cover — we handle the complexity so you can focus on the job.
Plant Sourcing
Need a specific machine for a project? We tap into our network of plant hire companies, contractors, and dealers to find the right equipment at the right price — fast.
Hire Matching
We match plant hire companies with contractors who need equipment. Whether it's short-term or long-term, we connect the right parties and facilitate the arrangement.
Equipment Sales
Looking to buy or sell engineering plant? We broker the deal — connecting motivated sellers with qualified buyers across our Facebook Group network and industry contacts.
Fleet Disposal
Upgrading your fleet or winding down a project? We help you dispose of surplus plant and equipment efficiently, reaching the right buyers in the civil and construction market.
Insurance Bundling
Every plant broking deal can be paired with Truck & Plant On-Demand insurance. Get your equipment covered from day one — on-demand, flexible, and built for how plant actually works.
Market Intelligence
Not sure what your plant is worth, or what hire rates are realistic? We provide market context drawn from real transactions across the South African civil and construction sectors.
Equipment we work with
From large yellow machines to small hired-in tools — if it works on a civil or construction site, we broker it.
- Excavators & TLBs
- ADTs & Dump Trucks
- Graders & Dozers
- Loaders (Front-End & Skid-Steer)
- Cranes & Lifting Equipment
- Compactors & Rollers
- Concrete Equipment
- Generators & Compressors
- Scaffolding & Formwork
- Small Tools & Hired-in Equipment
Insurance included
Every deal backed by on-demand cover
When you source or hire plant through us, we can arrange Truck & Plant On-Demand insurance from day one. On-demand means you activate cover when the machine is working and switch it off when it is standing still.
- Hired-in plant cover for equipment in your care
- Plant All Risk for owned yellow machines
- Small plant and tools cover
- Claims authorised within 48 hours
FAQ
Common questions about plant broking and how we work.
What is plant broking?+−
Plant broking is the professional facilitation of plant hire and equipment transactions. We act as the intermediary between plant owners, hire companies, and contractors — sourcing, matching, and arranging deals so both parties get the best outcome.
Do you own the equipment you broker?+−
No. We act as brokers — we connect buyers, sellers, and hirers with each other. We do not own or operate the equipment ourselves.
Can you arrange insurance for hired-in plant?+−
Yes. Through Truck & Plant On-Demand, we can arrange hired-in plant insurance that protects equipment while it is in your care — covering accidental damage, theft, and continuing hire charges after an insured event.
What sectors do you serve?+−
We primarily serve civil construction, earthmoving, mining support, demolition, and plant hire companies across South Africa.
How do I list equipment for sale or hire?+−
Contact us via WhatsApp or the form below. We will assess your equipment, advise on pricing, and distribute your listing across our network.
Ready to source, hire, or sell plant?
Tell us what you need and we will get back to you. Fast, professional, and backed by on-demand insurance.