MACHINE FIELD GUIDE / THE SITE'S HOME BASE
Site office and site shed hire
Portable site offices, lunch rooms and combination buildings house project teams on construction and maintenance sites. Size, services, placement and duration drive the choice.

FIELD PLATE / 9 PUBLISHED SUPPLIER RECORDSMatch the size class to the task, then confirm the exact unit.
Site office and site shed size classes.
| Class | Typical work |
|---|---|
| 3 × 3 m and 6 × 3 m offices | Small sites and supervisors' offices. |
| 12 × 3 m buildings | Project offices, lunch rooms and first aid. |
| Complexes and multi-storey | Large projects with extended teams. |
| Combo units | Office, lunch room and toilet in one building. |
COMMON USE / 01Project and supervisor offices
COMMON USE / 02Crib and lunch rooms
COMMON USE / 03Meeting and induction rooms
COMMON USE / 04Secure storage and first aid
QUOTE CHECK
What to specify.
- Number of people and functions
- Power, water, sewer and data connections
- Placement, crane or tilt-tray access
- Hire duration and furniture needs
Watch points.
Delivery needs a crane truck or tilt tray and level ground.
Services connections require licensed trades.
Wind tie-downs may be required in exposed areas.
Rates for site office and site shed hire vary with size, location, duration, operator arrangement and transport. Read the plant hire cost guide and the wet vs dry hire comparison before comparing quotes, and use the supplier checklist to confirm the details.
FIELD FAQ
Site office and site shed hire questions
- How is a site office delivered?
- Usually on a tilt tray or crane truck. The site needs clear access, a level base and room for the truck to position.
- Do site offices come furnished?
- Many suppliers offer furniture, air-conditioning and fit-out packages. Confirm what is included.
- Who connects power and water?
- Licensed electricians and plumbers, arranged by the hirer or supplier.