Earthmoving and Excavation Insurance

Simple, reliable insurance for earthmoving and excavating businesses

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20+ years of experience working with contractors

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Cover from public liability to general property and beyond

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There are a number of forms of cover which may be applicable if you work as an earthmover and excavator and Contractor Cover can help you choose the best insurance package to suit your business needs.

  • Excellent coverage for you and your employees
  • Australia wide insurance cover
  • Get all your business insurance policies our Australian first – Contractor Insurance Pack
  • Super fast Certificate of Currency – Get it emailed to you in minutes

Public Liability Insurance for Earthmovers and Excavators

There is a high risk of damage being caused during your earthmoving and excavating work due to heavy machinery being used and risk of damaging surrounding property. To cover yourself for damage or injury caused while carrying out your work, it’s important to have Public Liability Insurance in place.

General Property Cover

Earthmovers and excavators use heavy duty expensive equipment in their day to work and this needs to be protected through General Property Cover. General Property Cover means that your equipment and tools are covered if they’re lost or stolen.

Earthmovers and Excavators Professional Indemnity Insurance

Negligence claims are no longer reserved for doctors and if you give advice in your work as an earthmover and excavator, you could be open to being sued. Make sure your legal costs and any damages are covered by taking out Professional Indemnity Insurance.

Personal Accident and Illness Cover for Earthmovers and Excavators

There are a lot of risks associated with your work as an earthmover and excavator, from overturning in your vehicle to landslips, and this can lead to serious injury. Personal Accident and Illness Cover means that you’ll still receive a portion of your income if you can’t work after injury or illness so you can minimise suffering financial hardship whilst your recover.

Tax Audit Cover

If you run your own earthmoving and excavating business, you should be aware that you could be hit with a tax audit at any time. To avoid being left with a huge bill after the audit has been completed, Tax Audit Cover will take care of the cost of hiring professionals such as accounts during the audit period.

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Typical insurance recommendations include:

  • Public liability insurance
  • Professional indemnity insurance
  • Personal accident and illness insurance
  • General property cover
  • Commercial motor vehicle insurance
  • Workers’ compensation
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About Contractor Cover

Contractor Cover is the one-stop insurance shop for contractors across Australia.

We help contractors, subcontractors and small businesses compare commonly arranged business insurance options in one place. Choose from available cover types and limits based on your trade, business activities and contract requirements, subject to insurer acceptance, policy terms, conditions, limits and exclusions.

Call our team today at 1300 438 268 for more information or fill in our easy online quote form.

270k+ businesses covered

20+ years of experience

Contractor insurance specialists

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Meet the Contractor Cover Team

At Contractor Cover, we’re proud to have a dedicated executive team that brings decades of experience, strategic insight, and an unwavering commitment to supporting Australian contractors.

John Elliott

John Elliott

Chief Executive Officer
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John Elliott is the founder of Elliott Insurance Brokers, the business behind Contractor Cover. With nearly 20 years of insurance industry experience, John helps guide the business with a focus on practical cover, reliable service and clear support for Australian contractors.

Rachael Milne

Rachael Milne

Chief Financial Officer
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Rachael Milne joined Elliott Insurance Brokers in 2012 and supports the systems, planning and financial structure behind Contractor Cover. Her work helps the business operate smoothly while supporting clear, reliable insurance services for contractors Australia-wide.

Kris Wright

Kris Wright

Head of Technology
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Kris Wright supports Contractor Cover through technology, systems and process improvement. His work helps keep the online quote experience simple, organised and efficient, making it easier for contractors to compare cover options and access documents quickly.

Tim Stingers

Tim Stingers

Insurance Broking Team Leader
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Tim Stingers brings more than a decade of insurance experience, with a strong focus on trades and construction. His knowledge helps support contractor-focused cover options for tradies, subcontractors and small construction businesses.

Let's Get You to the Right Quote Form

Different business types need different quote pathways. Choose the option that best fits the work you do.

Contractor Cover

Professional, Consultant
or Other Contractor

For consultants, IT contractors, project managers, designers, advisors and other non-trade professional services across a wide range of industries.

Contractor Quote

You will be directed to business.contractorcover.com.au

All Trades Cover

Trades, Builders,
Mining or Industrial

For trade-based businesses, builders, contractors, mining services, civil, construction, plant, installation, maintenance and industrial work.

Trade Quote

You will be directed to alltradescover.com.au/get-a-quote