Essential Power Systems
Generator Hire
Power On Demand
Generator Hire Solutions
At Essential Power Systems, our Generator Hire service is engineered for flexibility, responsiveness, and reliability. We provide tailored temporary power solutions for projects of any scale, from small portable units to large prime power systems. Whether you’re covering a planned shutdown, handling emergency outages, or powering remote operations, our solutions are built to keep you running with minimal disruption.
Our Hire Fleet & Capabilities
What We Offer
We maintain a diverse fleet of hire generators, supporting capacities from 5 kVA up to multi‑megawatt prime power systems. Each unit is regularly serviced and tested to ensure optimal performance, even in demanding environments. Our capabilities include:
- Trailer- or container-mounted gensets for mobility and ease of deployment
- Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) integration for seamless transition to backup power
- Cable systems, switchboards and distribution panels to complete your hire setup
- Fuel systems, pumps, refuelling logistics and fuel management support
- Cable hire and load bank testing to validate system performance
- Transportation, setup, and commissioning at your site
- 24/7 support and emergency response to maximise uptime
We design each hire package to match your load profile and operating conditions, ensuring you get the best fit and avoid over-specification or under-sizing.
Ready to Power Up?
From generator hire to complete electrical solutions, Essential Power Systems delivers reliable, compliant support when it matters most.
Applications & Use Cases
When Hire Makes Sense
Generator hire is often the smartest choice when power demands are temporary, urgent, or difficult to predict. During planned maintenance or scheduled shutdowns, a temporary generator can seamlessly bridge your power needs without interrupting operations. Similarly, in the event of unexpected outages or equipment failures, rapid-deployment hire units provide emergency backup power to keep your systems running.
Hire solutions are also ideal for construction, civil, and mining projects where permanent infrastructure isn’t yet available or necessary. For events, remote installations, and off-grid setups, generator hire ensures you have the reliable supply you need without long-term investment.
In transitional periods, such as during equipment upgrades or site expansions, temporary power systems offer critical support. With EPS, every hire arrangement is engineered to meet your specific site requirements and keep downtime to an absolute minimum.
Essential Power Systems
Our Process
Site Assessment & Audit
We begin with a detailed assessment of your existing electrical infrastructure to understand your current system capabilities, load requirements, risk factors, and operational goals.
Design & Specification
Following the assessment, our team creates custom electrical system plans, selects appropriate components, and ensures that all specifications meet regulatory and compliance standards.
Installation & Commissioning
Once approved, we move into installation. Our experienced electricians ensure the safe and efficient delivery of your system. We complete full commissioning and testing prior to handover.
Ongoing Maintenance & Support
After installation, we offer scheduled maintenance services to ensure long-term performance and reliability. Our support includes emergency callouts, inspections, testing, and upgrades as needed.
Gallery of Hire Projects
Visit our Project Gallery to see real examples of generator hire deployments across mining camps, industrial sites, events, temporary substations and more. Through these case studies, you’ll get a feel for how EPS sets up, integrates, and supports hire systems under real-world conditions.
Why Choose EPS for Generator Hire
Hire with Confidence
When renting a generator from EPS, you’re not just getting machinery, you’re getting a comprehensive service experience. We combine:
- Fast mobilisation and delivery across New South Wales
- Full compliance with safety, environmental, and electrical standards
- Transparent pricing without hidden fees
- Expert technical guidance on load sizing, placement, and integration
- Responsive support and maintenance for the duration of the hire
Our reputation in industrial and mining contexts is built on on-time performance and robust support, you don’t just hire equipment, you hire peace of mind.
Related Power & Electrical Services
Expand Your System Capability
Generator hire is one part of a powerful ecosystem of services EPS offers. Explore how we link with:
- Electrical Services — for installations, inspections, compliance work
- Generator Service — for testing, diagnostics, preventative care
- Sales & Hire — to transition from hire to ownership or hybrid models
- Generator Maintenance — to keep systems reliable long-term
- Substation & Transformer — for high voltage power supply integration
- Switchboard Solutions — to manage distribution and system control
These integrated offerings allow EPS to deliver complete, scalable power solutions tailored to your operational needs.
Trusted by Industry
Partnerships & Compliance
EPS aligns with Australia’s most trusted industry frameworks to ensure your hire solution is safe, auditable and compliant. We closely follow guidelines from SafeWork NSW on electrical practices, and incorporate standards from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) for grid and power system compliance.
Every hire engagement includes the necessary test results, documentation, and certification so that your project can satisfy regulators, insurers and stakeholders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Essential Power Systems FAQ's
We offer a comprehensive range of electrical and power generation services, including generator hire and sales, switchboard solutions, substation transformer installations, system design, maintenance, and 24/7 support for industrial, commercial, and mining clients.
Yes — all work complies with Australian standards such as AS/NZS 3000 (Wiring Rules), AS/NZS 3760 for testing and tagging, and NSW Service & Installation Rules. We also provide full documentation and certification for all projects.
Absolutely. Our team has extensive experience working in mining, heavy industrial, and remote settings. We’re equipped to manage challenging environments while maintaining safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
EPS offers ongoing maintenance programs tailored to your site, including preventive servicing, breakdown support, load testing, diagnostics, and spare parts supply. We’re committed to long-term performance and client support.
We understand the critical nature of power continuity. Our team is ready to mobilise quickly with generator hire, repair, and emergency maintenance services to get your operations back online fast.
