Site Mates Australia
At Site Mates Australia, we work with homeowners and builders on excavation and earthmoving projects where precision matters. From backyard projects to construction sites with limited access, we make the process straightforward and reliable.
The business is led by Hamish Pascoe, a mechanical engineer with more than eight years of industry experience, ensuring every job is carefully planned and carried out safely and accurately.
We work closely with homeowners, builders and landscapers, focusing on clear communication, care for the site and quality results from start to finish.
Tight-access excavation services across South East Queensland
We service projects from the Sunshine Coast to the Gold Coast and out to Toowoomba. If you’re located outside these areas, get in touch and we’ll see if we can help.
Our excavation services include:
EXCAVATION
TIGHT-ACCESS
SITE PREPARATION
POST HOLES AND FOOTINGS
RUBBISH REMOVAL
Our process
1
Enquiry
Get in touch by phone or book a call back at a time that suits you.
We’ll talk through your project, access, timing and any site constraints, and answer any questions upfront.
2
Site Visit
Where needed, we will arrange a site visit to assess access, ground conditions and the scope of work.
This helps us understand the job properly before moving forward.
3
Planning & Quoting
We carefully plan the job based on your site, access and requirements, then provide a clear, upfront and obligation-free quote so you know exactly what to expect before any work begins.
4
Excavation
We complete the excavation with care, respect the surrounding property, minimise disruption during the works, remove soil and rubbish as required, keep the site tidy and hand it back clean and organised.
Our Projects
Recent Work
Residential Clearing & Site Preparation Project – Northern NSW
Site Mates Australia recently completed a land clearing and site preparation project on a residential property in Northern NSW.
The job involved clearing vegetation, removing debris and preparing the site to create a level, stable base for the owners to lay pavers. The job was carried out with care and attention to detail, leaving the area clean, organised and ready for paving.
FAQs
What is tight-access excavation?
Tight-access excavation is earthmoving and digging work carried out using compact machinery small enough to fit through narrow gates, side gaps or restricted areas without removing fences, gates or other structures. Site Mates Australia uses mini excavators that fit through gates as narrow as 750mm and mini loaders that fit through 1080mm gates, making it possible to complete backyard and courtyard projects that standard-sized machinery can't reach.
Can you work on properties with limited machinery access, like inner suburban blocks?
Yes! This is our speciality. Our compact mini excavators and loaders are specifically chosen to access tight residential sites, including inner suburban blocks with narrow side gates, without the need to dismantle fencing or dig by hand.
Are you insured?
Yes. Site Mates Australia is fully insured for all excavation and earthmoving work we carry out.
What happens during the first enquiry?
When you get in touch by phone or book a call back, we talk through your project, site access, timing and any constraints, and answer your questions upfront before arranging a site visit at a time that suits you.
How much does tight-access excavation cost?
Cost depends on site access, ground conditions, the scope of work and how much material needs to be removed. Because every property is different, we provide free onsite quotes rather than fixed online pricing, so you get an accurate figure based on your specific job.
How wide does a gate need to be for your machinery to fit through?
Our mini excavator fits through gates as narrow as 750mm wide, and our mini loader fits through gates as narrow as 1080mm wide. This means most standard side-access gates on residential properties can accommodate our equipment without any dismantling.
What areas does Site Mates Australia service?
Site Mates Australia is based in the Redlands and services Brisbane, Logan, the Redlands, Scenic Rim, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast and Toowoomba, plus selected jobs in Northern NSW. If you're outside these areas, get in touch, as we may still be able to help depending on the job.
Do you offer free quotes?
Yes, we provide free onsite quotes. We assess your site's access, ground conditions and scope of work before providing a clear, obligation-free quote so you know exactly what to expect before work begins.
Do I need to be onsite for the quote?
We'll arrange a site visit with you to properly assess access, ground conditions and scope of work before quoting. This helps us give you an accurate, obligation-free quote rather than guessing from photos or descriptions alone. We're able to come over after hours or on weekends, and we can be flexible with your schedule. That's what mates are for!
Who runs Site Mates Australia?
Site Mates Australia is led by Hamish Pascoe, a mechanical engineer with more than eight years of industry experience. Every job is planned, engineered and carried out with a focus on safety and accuracy.