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      Civil Works & Heavy Machine Hire Serving Cairns & Far North Queensland

      • Certified Local Buy Supplier
      • Local Expertise
      • Over 40 Years Of Experience
      • Reliable Plant Hire
      • Wide Service Range
      General Info

      Delivering reliable, expert civil construction and earthmoving services with integrity across Queensland since 1979.

      Cheshire Contractors is proud to say we are Far North Queensland owned and operated and specialise in civil construction, earthmoving, and heavy machinery. We're highly skilled in many areas, mainly in earthworks, roadworks, sub-divisional work, civil infrastructure, aquaculture, and turf-based construction. We've completed a vast number of projects across Queensland. We have offices in Cairns, Tully and Hughenden and are ready to serve you to get your project done on time and within budget!

      Cheshire Contractors is a proudly Far North Queensland-owned and operated civil construction company, established in 1979. With over four decades of experience, we specialize in earthmoving, roadworks, subdivisions, aquaculture, and heavy machinery hire. Our reputation is built on reliability, expertise, and a commitment to delivering quality outcomes for every project. We operate from offices in Cairns and Hughenden, serving clients across Queensland, Cape York Peninsula, and the Torres Strait Islands.

      Our team has successfully completed projects for private developers, local and state governments, the aquaculture industry, and the thoroughbred racing sector. Our services include bulk earthworks, minor excavation, sewer and wastewater reticulation, stormwater drainage, water mains installation, erosion and sediment control, turf-based construction, and aerial surveying. We also offer plant hire for a wide range of heavy machinery, ensuring your project is equipped with the right tools and support.

      As a Local Buy Supplier, we meet rigorous standards for public sector procurement. Our mission is to complete every job on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of safety and quality. Whether you're planning a subdivision, upgrading infrastructure, or need reliable machinery hire, Cheshire Contractors is your trusted partner in civil construction. Contact us today to discuss your project needs and discover how we can help bring your vision to life.

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      Payment method
      debit
      Established
      1979
      ABN
      75 124 700 385
      Staff
      21-50
      Ownership
      Locally Owned
      Service Notes
      Open Monday to Friday
      Free Estimates
      Yes
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      Categories
      Excavation & Earthmoving Contractors, Builders & Contractors Equipment Hire
      Keywords
      Agricultural Drainage, Aquaculture Construction, Aquaculture Queensland, Bulk Earthworks, Cairns Civil Contractors, Cape York Contractors, Civil Construction, Civil Engineering Cairns, Contractors Cairns, Contractors Hughenden, Detailed Aerial Survey, Earthmoving Queensland, Earthmoving Services, Electrical Excavation, Erosion Control, Heavy Machinery Hire, Hughenden Earthworks, LB313 Road Construction, LB314 Water Infrastructure, Local Buy Supplier, Minor Excavation, Non-Building Civil Engineering, Plant Hire Cairns, Queensland Infrastructure, Queensland Plant Hire, Road Construction Cairns, Roadworks Queensland, Sediment Control, Sewer Reticulation, Stormwater Drainage, Subdivision Contractors, Subdivisional Works, Telecommunications Trenching, Torres Strait Construction, Turf Construction, Water Mains Installation, Water Storage Facility
      FAQschevron down

      Can you handle large-scale infrastructure projects?

      Absolutely. We’ve completed major infrastructure projects across Queensland.


      What areas do you service?

      We operate across Far North Queensland, including Cairns, Hughenden, Cape York Peninsula, and the Torres Strait Islands.


      What types of projects do you handle?

      We specialize in civil construction, earthworks, roadworks, subdivisions, aquaculture, and turf-based construction.


      What industries do you serve?

      We work with private developers, government agencies, aquaculture, and the thoroughbred racing industry.


      How long have you been in business?

      We’ve been operating since 1979, with over 40 years of industry experience.


      Are you a certified supplier?

      Yes, we are a Local Buy Supplier for Road & Civil Construction and Water, Sewerage & Stormwater Infrastructure.


      Do you offer plant and machinery hire?

      Yes, we provide heavy machinery hire for various civil and earthmoving projects.