Hire Terms & Conditions

1. Definitions

“Company”, “we”, “us” means Liftequipt Pty Ltd trading as Bobcat Industrial Equipment Australia. “Customer”, “you” means the party hiring the Equipment. “Equipment” means any equipment, accessory or attachment supplied for hire. “Site” means the address where the Equipment will be used. “Business Day” means a day other than a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday in the state where the hire is supplied.

2. Hire Period

• Hire commences on the earlier of delivery/collection and continues until the Equipment is returned and receipted by us.
• Daily, weekly and monthly rates are based on standard single-shift usage unless stated otherwise.
• Minimum hire charges may apply. Partial days may be charged as full days.
• Extensions must be requested prior to the end of the current period and may be subject to availability.

3. Delivery & Collection

• Delivery and collection are chargeable services unless otherwise agreed in writing.
• The Customer must provide safe, timely access for delivery/collection including suitable unloading facilities.
• Waiting time, failed delivery or aborted collection will be charged at our prevailing rates.

4. Risk, Title & PPSA

• Risk passes to the Customer upon delivery and remains until the Equipment is returned and receipted.
• Title never passes to the Customer. The Equipment must not be sold, encumbered, sub-hired or moved interstate without consent.
• The Customer grants a security interest to the Company over the Equipment and proceeds. The parties agree to the application of the Personal Property Securities Act 2009 (Cth) (PPSA). The Customer consents to registration and waives the right to receive certain notices to the extent permitted by the PPSA.

5. Insurance

• The Customer must maintain at its cost: (a) public liability insurance (AU$20m recommended); (b) property insurance covering loss or damage to the Equipment for full replacement value; and (c) transit insurance where the Customer transports the Equipment.
• Evidence of insurance must be provided upon request. Failure to insure does not limit liability.
• Any optional damage waiver (if offered) is not insurance and is subject to its own terms and exclusions.

6. Use, Care & Maintenance

• Equipment must be used by competent, licensed operators in accordance with manufacturer instructions and all applicable laws and safety standards.
• No illegal, hazardous or abnormal use (including overloading, incorrect fuels/fluids, or operation outside rated capacities).
• The Customer must perform daily checks, keep the Equipment clean, and use genuine parts, oils and consumables.
• Only our authorised technicians may carry out repairs unless we approve otherwise in writing.

7. Breakdowns & Repairs

• Breakdowns must be reported immediately. We will use reasonable efforts to repair or replace.
• No hire charge applies during verified mechanical breakdowns not caused by misuse or neglect. Transport and labour charges may still apply.
• Unapproved repairs, modifications or tampering will be at the Customer’s cost and risk.

8. Loss, Theft & Damage

• The Customer is responsible for all loss, theft or damage (fair wear and tear excepted) from delivery until return.
• All incidents must be reported to us immediately and to police where applicable. A written incident report may be required.
• Cleaning, tyre, glass, underbody, cosmetic and environmental damage are chargeable. Missing accessories are charged at replacement cost.

9. Charges & Payment

• Hire charges accrue for the entire Hire Period at the agreed rate, plus delivery/collection, fuel, consumables, tolls, operator overtime, environmental levies and other on-costs.
• Payment terms are as stated on the invoice or your credit agreement. Late payment may attract admin fees and interest.
• GST applies in accordance with Australian law. Quotes are exclusive of GST unless stated otherwise.
• Security deposits and credit card pre-authorisations may be required.

10. Termination & Recovery

• We may terminate immediately for breach, insolvency, safety concerns or if charges remain unpaid.
• Upon termination you must cease use, secure the Equipment and make it available for collection. We may enter the Site to recover the Equipment.
• Early off-hire does not entitle the Customer to a refund of minimum charges unless agreed in writing.

11. Liability & Indemnities

• To the maximum extent permitted by law, we exclude all implied warranties. Our liability is limited (at our option) to replacement, repair or resupply.
• The Customer indemnifies us for all claims, losses, damages and costs arising from the Customer’s use, possession or operation of the Equipment, except to the extent caused by our negligence.
• Nothing excludes liability where it cannot be lawfully excluded.

12. General

• Compliance: The Customer must comply with WHS/OH&S, road, environmental and site rules at all times.
• No assignment without consent. We may subcontract delivery, servicing and recovery.
• Force Majeure applies where performance is prevented by events beyond reasonable control.
• Governing Law: Western Australia law (or as specified in your Hire Agreement). Parties submit to the non‑exclusive jurisdiction of Australian courts.
• Variation only in writing. If any term is invalid, the remainder continues in full force.