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Adaptalift Group We offer a full range of new and used forklifts and specialist equipment from leading manufacturers

Founded by Peter Whiffen & Margaret Whiffen in 1979, Adaptalift started as Forklift Engineering Australia. Peter Whiffen, a mechanical engineer by trade, started designing and manufacturing forklift attachments & bespoke lifting solutions. As demand grew for the rental of these attachments to be supplied with forklifts, Adaptalift Forklift Rentals & Sales was born. Renamed to Adaptalift Group in 2016, the company has grown rapidly to become the largest Australian privately owned and operated forklift company. With a comprehensive range of materials handling solutions, Adaptalift Group is now a leading provider of elevated work platforms, fleet management and telemetry, and has acquired some of the best known name brands in the industry. The company has a fleet of over 10,500 units nationwide and a network of over 30 locations with head offices in VIC, NSW, QLD, WA, SA and TAS.

Your future could start with a single application. ⏳ Applications close in 2 days.If you've been thinking about becoming...
22/10/2026

Your future could start with a single application. ⏳ Applications close in 2 days.

If you've been thinking about becoming a Mobile Plant Technician, here's what our Apprenticeship Program offers:

âś… Fully paid Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology
âś… 4-year paid apprenticeship with above-award wages
âś… Real machines, real work, hands-on from day one
âś… Learning in the workshop and out in the field
âś… Job-ready skills gained alongside industry pros
âś… Long-term success in a booming industry

Applications close 25/10/26.

Don't miss your chance to kickstart your career.

QLD: bit.ly/ApprenticeQLD
NSW: bit.ly/ApprenticeNSW
VIC: bit.ly/ApprenticeVIC

Catch the Adaptalift JCB and JCB Pacific teams at LoGov QLD today.Visit their stand to get up close with JCB equipment s...
21/10/2026

Catch the Adaptalift JCB and JCB Pacific teams at LoGov QLD today.

Visit their stand to get up close with JCB equipment suitable for work from maintaining local road and community spaces to delivering infrastructure projects.

20/10/2026

What's the best part of being an apprentice at Adaptalift Group? We asked our apprentice technicians to share their favourite part of the program. Here's what stood out:

đźš› Getting out into the field and gaining hands-on experience on customer machines on-site
đź’ˇ Learning from mistakes along the way
đź”§ No two days are the same, with new equipment or a new problem to troubleshoot every day

Watch the video to hear it from them.

Our apprenticeship intake is now open.

QLD: bit.ly/ApprenticeQLD
NSW: bit.ly/ApprenticeNSW
VIC: bit.ly/ApprenticeVIC

18/10/2026

What does an apprenticeship give you beyond the trade? We asked our past apprentice technicians what they gained from the Adaptalift Group Apprenticeship Program. Here's what they shared:

âś… A wide range of skills to build a strong foundation
âś… Training courses and licences to operate machinery safely
âś… An understanding of how a company runs operationally, not just how to do the job

It's about learning the trade and understanding the business around it. Watch the video to hear it from the people who've been there.

Our apprenticeship intake is now open, so find out more and apply here 👇

QLD: bit.ly/ApprenticeQLD
NSW: bit.ly/ApprenticeNSW
VIC: bit.ly/ApprenticeVIC

14/10/2026

Thinking about where to start your trade career? 🤔Choosing the right company for your apprenticeship matters. It shapes the skills you gain, the people you learn from and where your career can go.

Three reasons our past apprentices chose Adaptalift Group:

✔️ A workplace culture built on openness and honesty
✔️ A wide variety of machinery to learn on
✔️ An industry-leading company behind them

Don't just take our word for it. Hear it straight from the people who've done it.

Know someone who'd be a great fit? Tag them below or check out the link to find out more about our apprenticeship intake.

QLD: bit.ly/ApprenticeQLD
NSW: bit.ly/ApprenticeNSW
VIC: bit.ly/ApprenticeVIC

Apprenticeship Intake Now Open at Adaptalift Group! We're searching for the next generation of Mobile Plant Technicians ...
13/10/2026

Apprenticeship Intake Now Open at Adaptalift Group! We're searching for the next generation of Mobile Plant Technicians in NSW, VIC and QLD!

Spots are limited - don't miss your chance to kickstart your career with one of Australia's leading material handling companies.

Apply Now 👇 or tag someone who should apply!

QLD: bit.ly/ApprenticeQLD
NSW: bit.ly/ApprenticeNSW
VIC: bit.ly/ApprenticeVIC

Follow our page to find out more about the program.

Applications close 25/10/26

Don't miss out on this amazing mini excavator offer from Adaptalift JCB!The JCB 18Z-1 is available from only $29,500* wi...
30/09/2026

Don't miss out on this amazing mini excavator offer from Adaptalift JCB!

The JCB 18Z-1 is available from only $29,500* with 1.99% finance for 36 months and a 4-year / 4,000-hour warranty this is a deal you wont want to sleep on.

Contact the Adaptalift JCB team today to buy now and get this powerhouse on your next job site.

Full offer details: bit.ly/18Zminiexcavator

*T&Cs apply

1.99% finance. 4-year warranty. From $29,500.* The JCB 18Z-1 Mini Excavator is built to handle construction, landscaping, and civil works without missing a beat featuring zero tailswing, 2.43 m dig depth, 18 kN bucket tearout, all packed into a 1,680 kg frame.

Don't let this offer pass you by. Get in touch with our team today and secure yours. ⬇️

Drop a comment or send us a message to find out more.

Full offer details: bit.ly/18Zminiexcavator

*T&Cs apply

Your feedback drives us forward. Our annual customer survey is one of the most important tools we use to listen, learn, ...
24/09/2026

Your feedback drives us forward. Our annual customer survey is one of the most important tools we use to listen, learn, and improve across all areas of our business; from our equipment and solutions to our service, support and overall customer experience.

Anthony from answered the call and was randomly selected as this year's prize draw winner!

We're proud to have delivered Anthony his new SC1.5SL Walkie Stacker a reliable, high-stability straddle leg stacker designed to tackle pallet handling challenges with ease.

A big thank you to everyone who participated in this year's survey. Your insights help shape the future of Adaptalift Group and the way we support our customers.

Going to  Machinery Field Days this year? 🙋 Make sure you stop by and see the Adaptalift Riverina team they'll be showca...
23/09/2026

Going to Machinery Field Days this year? 🙋 Make sure you stop by and see the Adaptalift Riverina team they'll be showcasing the JCB range across three huge days at southern Australia's biggest ag event (Sep 22–24, Henty NSW).

It's the perfect place to explore what JCB and Adaptalift can do for your farm or business.

A special handover for a very special cause. Adaptalift Group is proud to donate a Hyster  SC1.5-SL Walkie Stacker to Ro...
22/09/2026

A special handover for a very special cause. Adaptalift Group is proud to donate a Hyster SC1.5-SL Walkie Stacker to Ronald McDonald House, supporting the incredible work they do for families when they need it most.

The official handover brought together Adaptalift Group CEO Lindsay Whiffen, Ronald McDonald House Australia CEO, and Darren Smith, Area Sales Manager at Adaptalift Group, whose leadership and initiative helped bring this donation to life.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to contribute practical support to an organisation that makes such a meaningful difference in the community.

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Clayton South, VIC

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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