New Zealand’s Leading Forklift Dealer for All Industries
Explore our full range of forklifts ready for sale and hire across New Zealand. Find the right forklift for your site and keep your operations moving without delays.

contact stellar machinery for forklift hire nationwide
From short-term rentals to long-term fleet support, Stellar Machinery offers reliable hire options backed by expert servicing and fast delivery nationwide.

Power Up Your Business with NZ’s Leading Forklift Solutions
Stellar Machinery supplies dependable forklifts and servicing across New Zealand, backed by four decades of real-world industry experience and technical expertise.

Trusted Forklift Dealers Since 1984
With over 40 years of forklift expertise, Stellar Machinery supplies reliable equipment trusted by businesses across New Zealand and the Pacific. Every machine we sell is workshop-checked, safety-inspected, and backed by expert support. Our knowledge of real-world site demands helps us deliver forklifts and material handling equipment you can count on.





Forklift Solutions
Get complete forklift support built to match your site, workload, and business needs. We supply reliable machines and expert services to keep your operations moving safely and efficiently.
Our Featured Forklifts
Browse a selection of forklifts ready for sale or hire across New Zealand. Every machine is workshop-checked, safety-inspected, and backed by expert support.
Forklift Servicing
Keep your forklifts running safely and reliably with full servicing options tailored to your needs. We maintain all major brands across electric, diesel, and LPG models, covering inspections, fault diagnosis, repairs, and preventive maintenance. Whether you’re looking after a single forklift or managing a full fleet, we help you stay ahead of breakdowns, compliance checks, and costly repairs.
Our certified technicians are available 24/7 for both workshop servicing and mobile repairs, with fast turnaround times to minimise downtime. We cover everything from engines and hydraulics to brakes, tyres, electrical systems, and mast operations—keeping your forklifts ready for work every day. Our full repair services are designed to extend equipment life and protect your investment.
Every service includes a full inspection report and clear recommendations to help you plan ahead. We help operators maintain safety, power, and performance across every site with expert care and real support.


Forklift Hire
Get the equipment you need, when you need it, with flexible forklift hire options across New Zealand. We offer short term forklift rental and long-term hire for all industries, including warehousing, logistics, construction, and agriculture. Whether you’re covering peak seasons, project work, or breakdowns, we supply reliable forklifts ready to go.
All hire machines are fully workshop-checked, safety-inspected, and maintained to perform. Choose from electric, diesel, LPG, and rough terrain forklifts, as well as specialised equipment like reach trucks and order pickers, catering to different site conditions and load requirements. Our team will help you match the right forklift to your job, ensuring safe and efficient operation from day one.
With fast delivery, hiring a forklift has never been easier. We help you avoid costly downtime and keep your operations moving without the commitment of a full purchase. Ask us about our flexible leasing options tailored to your project timelines and budgets. We’ll help you develop smarter site solutions, access the right machines for the job, and build a stronger operation for the future.
Testimonials
Hundreds of Satisfied Customers
GOOD Based on 11 reviews Jackson Nehoff Sean Lamont in Christchurch is super professional, quick and reliable for any forklift transaction. His services are greatly appreciated. Will be referring and continuing to use them for business. Steve Goodwood Ltd We purchased a Forklift from Stellar Machinery and have been extremely happy with not only the Forklift but the after service is some of the best I have experienced within the industry. The friendly mechanics do a fantastic job along with a full report afterwards. Super quick turn around and no hassle from the customer service team. I will be defiantly buying our next Forklift through Stellar Machinery. Rob Hageman Great after sales service for our new & second hand forklifts. The quality of these forklifts is excellent , good follow up by both the sales and service teams every time. Highly recommended. tony king Our Forklift was having issues while loading a container and Stellar Machinery came out and sorted the fault with our Forklift to keep us going. David Parsons Fantastic Team we have been buying and leasing forklifts from Stella for 25 years. One stop shop Forklift servicing and back up second to none . People Presentation Price Hard to beat. Gerry Claudatos We have found Stella to be fantastic to deal with, very responsive and nothing is ever too hard or difficult for them. Certainly happy to recommend Stella to anyone thinking of buying, leasing or servicing their hoists and machinery. Thanks Paul and the team! Abhai Chand Stellar company will be one of the great company in Fiji. Only thing is the point of contact n how ones approach is . B blessed sheeba lamba Very pleased to meet the team at Stellar. Great service and quick turn around time. Highly recommended.
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Find the right forklift for your site—get in touch with our team today for expert advice and fast availability.