Shane Cullen Contracting

Shane Cullen Contracting Shane Cullen Contracting specialises in earthmoving, house sites, and roading with over 35 years of experience.

Our team of 20 and fleet of 35 machines handle projects of all sizes across the Kaipara District, delivering reliable, high-quality results. Specialist in Earthmoving, House Sites & Roading. With over 35 years of experience in contracting and earthmoving in the Kaipara District, Shane Cullen has grown from a solo operator to managing a fleet of 35+ machines. Our team of 20 dedicated local employee

s has undertaken a wide range of projects, including house sites, international golf courses, large roading contracts, and subdivisions. Our extensive range of machinery allows us to handle a variety of jobs efficiently. Due to our coastal location and the diverse soil types in the area, we’ve developed a self-reliant approach. Over the years, Shane Cullen has acquired all the necessary equipment to ensure we can complete most projects independently, without relying on outside contractors. We pride ourselves on our expertise, reliability, and commitment to delivering high-quality results for every project.

05/06/2026

🚜 SKID STEER HOURLY RATE CALCULATOR

Most contractors know what they charge, but very few know what it actually costs to run a machine.

Before setting your hourly rate, you need to account for:

✅ Machine Cost & Depreciation
✅ Maintenance & Repairs
✅ Fuel Consumption
✅ Labor & Burden
✅ Project Management
✅ Business Overhead
✅ Profit Margin

In this example, a $100,000 skid steer costs approximately $92/hr to operate before profit. After adding a reasonable profit margin, the recommended billing rate is around $140/hr.

Knowing your numbers is the difference between building a profitable business and working for free.

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20/02/2026

Address

21 Garbolino Road
Mangawhai
0975

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 1pm

Telephone

+6494315773

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