Plant & Machinery Insurance

Plant & Machinery Insurance

Protect your equipment, reduce downtime, and keep your business moving.

Protect your equipment, reduce downtime, and keep your business moving.

Your plant and machinery are some of your most valuable business assets — and when they break down, get stolen, or are damaged on site, the costs can add up fast. Repairs can be expensive, replacement can take time, and downtime can impact your cashflow immediately.

At GetThatInsurance, we help contractors, operators and businesses arrange Plant & Machinery Insurance tailored to the equipment you rely on — whether you own one machine or manage an entire fleet.

Why Plant & Machinery Insurance Matters

Plant and machinery operate in high-risk environments — construction sites, mines, farms, civil projects, warehouses and transport routes. They’re exposed to harsh conditions, heavy use, mechanical failures and theft.

Plant & Machinery Insurance helps protect your business from:

major repair or replacement costs
theft and vandalism
breakdowns and mechanical failure
storm, flood and fire damage
third-party injury or property claims
lost income due to downtime (optional)

The result: greater stability, less disruption, and better protection for the equipment your business depends on.

Plant & Machinery Insurance suits businesses that own, operate or hire equipment, including:

Who Is This Cover Is For

builders and construction companies
earthmoving and excavation contractors
civil works businesses
mining and quarrying operators
trade contractors with mobile plant
rural and agricultural operations
equipment owners who dry-hire machinery

What Plant & Machinery Insurance Can Cover

Cover varies by insurer and equipment type, but policies can typically be structured to include:

Accidental or Unexpected Damage

Protection for physical damage caused by collisions, impact, rollover, accidental events or site incidents.

Theft and Malicious Damage

Cover if your machinery is stolen, vandalised or maliciously damaged (subject to security conditions).

Mechanical or Electrical Failure

Cover for breakdowns and failures that stop your equipment from operating and require repairs.

Natural Events

Protection against insured events such as storms, floods, fire and other weather-related damage depending on the policy.

Public & Third-Party Liability

If your equipment causes damage to someone else’s property or injury to a third party, liability cover can protect you against claims and legal costs.

Downtime / Loss of Income (Optional)

If an insured incident causes downtime, some policies may include financial support to help reduce cashflow impact and protect income.

Cover While in Transit

Options may be available to cover equipment while being transported between sites or locations.

What’s Not Usually Covered (Important to Know)

Like all insurance, plant and machinery policies include exclusions. Common examples can include:

wear and tear or gradual deterioration
damage caused by improper use or lack of maintenance
pre-existing issues or damage before cover begins
equipment or parts not listed on the policy (when required)
repairs carried out without insurer approval
deliberate damage by the owner or operator

We make these details clear upfront so you know exactly where you stand.

Why Choose Get That Insurance?

Plant & Machinery Insurance isn’t “one policy fits all”. The right cover depends on your equipment value, site conditions, security, usage and transport requirements.

With GetThatInsurance, you get:

We help you protect your income, reputation and business continuity — so one claim doesn’t derail everything.

tailored cover based on your equipment and operations
access to multiple insurers so you can compare suitable policies
clear, jargon-free advice so you understand what’s covered
claims support when something goes wrong — to reduce stress and downtime
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Frequentley Asked Questions

It typically protects machinery against damage, theft, breakdown and natural events, and may include liability protection and financial support during downtime (policy dependent).
In many cases yes, but conditions and cover limits may vary depending on age, condition, and usage.
Often yes — the lease agreement may require insurance, and you may still be responsible for damage or loss. We can help you structure cover appropriately.
Some policies include transit cover, while others offer it as an optional add-on. We’ll confirm what applies to your equipment movements.

Get a Plant & Machinery Insurance Quote

Tell us what equipment you operate, where you use it, and how it’s stored and transported — and we’ll help you compare options that protect your assets and minimise disruption.

Speak to an Equipment Insurance Specialist

Head office address:

7/7-9 Activity Crescent,
Molendinar QLD 4214

Call for help:

1300 964 854

Mail for information:

info@getthatinsurance.com.au
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