Temporary Power Pole & Portaloo Hire in Brisbane South

Poles & Holes hires temporary power poles and portaloos across Brisbane South — Carindale, Mount Gravatt, Sunnybank, Coorparoo, Wishart, MacGregor and the surrounding suburbs. We dispatch from our Capalaba depot, just 20–30 minutes from most Brisbane South worksites. Energex-approved, family-owned since 1960, same-week delivery most days.

Updated August 2026

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Portable Toilet Hire & Temporary Power Poles in Brisbane South

Brisbane's southern suburbs represent one of our busiest service corridors, with strong residential construction activity from inner-south areas like Moorooka and Annerley through to the rapidly developing suburbs of Sunnybank, Eight Mile Plains, and Upper Mount Gravatt. The proximity of these suburbs to our Capalaba depot means consistently fast delivery times and same-day availability for most southside sites.

Southside builds benefit from excellent access to our full range of site services. From compact townhouse developments in Holland Park to larger estate builds in Rochedale, our team understands the site constraints typical of Brisbane South — narrow lots, shared driveways, and tight construction timelines. We coordinate power pole placement to maximise usable site space and ensure compliance with all Energex and council requirements, while fortnightly toilet servicing keeps your site WHS-compliant throughout the build.

Technical Specifications

Power Poles

Pole Height7.2m (Overhead) / 4.5m (UG)
Amperage40A - 80A Single Phase
Outlets2x 15A + 1x 10A Standard
Lead In Cable25mm XLPE Included

Portable Toilets

Dimensions1.2m W x 1.2m D x 2.3m H
Waste Tank390 Litres
Water Tank110 Litres (Fresh Flush)
RequirementsClear Truck Access (3m)

When to book your hire?

Timing is key for site establishment. Here is the recommended schedule for Brisbane South builds.

Planning ahead ensures your Brisbane South construction site meets all compliance requirements before work begins. Here's the recommended order for booking site services.

2 Weeks Before

Book Power

Energex applications take time. Book your pole early to avoid delays.

1 Week Before

Book Toilets

Schedule toilet delivery for the day before site cut or trades arrive.

Day 1

Install Day

We install poles and cameras. Site is now live and secure.

Lockup

Review Hire

Once permanent power is on, call us to off-hire the temporary pole.

Our Reviews

Trusted by the industry

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Excellent service and really helpful in coordinating the delivery and pick up.
Sonya Keenan
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Great friendly service, Communication was great!
Buddy Randall
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I honestly did not expect this toilet to be suited for royalty. It has a light, it has hand soap, it has toilet paper and it smells great.
Nadine Chapman
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1 call was all it took to go from no power to a pole in an agreed spot with metered power. All happened within the time frame quoted.
Vanessa McGee
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Awesome company, they delivered further out just for me! The facilities are pristine!
Mel's Outdoor Shenanigans
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Poles and Holes had a temp power pole on our site when our builder went into receivership. The team helped out as much as they could.
Rob M
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Perfect service, couldn't recommend a better experience, helped me hitch up the trailer and fix my hitch pin.
Morgan
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The team at Poles and Holes has been super-helpful, I was entirely new to the process of getting a temporary power pole installed.
Jeremy Matthews
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Best temporary builders pole installers in Brisbane. Quick, reliable, and always professional.
Josh Blake
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Would highly recommend these guys. They know what they're doing and get the job done right.
Sarah Mac
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I have used Poles & Holes a number of times now and they have always been reliable and professional. Highly recommend.
Lisa Bourke
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When our builder went into liquidation, Poles & Holes helped us through a difficult time. They were understanding and flexible.
Soren and Nova Madsen
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Always prompt and professional service!
Maria O'Brien
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Always a pleasure dealing with the team at Poles & Holes. Professional service every time.
Innovative Design & Build Group
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I had a pole and toilet for my project. Both were installed on time and picked up promptly when I asked. Great service, will use again.
Allan Donovan
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Fabulous service from these guys. They have been helping us for years and always deliver on time with no fuss.
Jason Neale
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Having never been through building before, their team made the temporary power process simple to understand. Three thumbs up!
Alex
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Professional and friendly staff. They made the whole process simple from start to finish. 100% would recommend.
Dennis Daniel
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Hired a toilet for a party. It was delivered clean and on time. Very easy to deal with.
Jodie Harold
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Why Brisbane South builders choose us

Not sure which products suit your project? Compare our core hire options side by side to find the right combination for your Brisbane South build.

FeaturePoles & HolesOthers
Package Discounts (Power + Loo)
Energex Paperwork Handling
Fortnightly Toilet Pump OutMonthly Only
Closest Depot to Southside

How it works

We've streamlined the hire process for local builders.

Getting started is simple. Our team handles everything from initial consultation to on-site installation, so you can focus on your build.

1. Quote Online

Select your power and toilet needs. We send a package quote within 2 hours.

2. Permit & Prep

We handle the Energex Form 2 paperwork and coordinate delivery access with you.

3. Site Install

Our trucks arrive on site. We install poles, cameras and position the toilet.

4. Service & Pickup

Fortnightly toilet pump-outs included. When you're done, we collect everything.

Servicing All 49+ Brisbane South Suburbs

We deliver directly to sites across Brisbane South and surrounding areas. Same-day dispatch is available for most suburbs listed below.

Acacia RidgeAnnerleyCoopers PlainsCoorparooEight Mile PlainsGreenslopesHolland ParkHolland Park WestMacgregorMansfieldMoorookaMount GravattMount Gravatt EastNathanRobertsonRochedaleRochedale SouthRuncornSalisburySunnybankSunnybank HillsTarragindiUpper Mount GravattWishartYerongaAlgesterArcherfieldBurbankCalamvaleDoolandellaDrewvaleDurackEllen GroveForest LakeHeathwoodInalaKarawathaKurabyLarapintaMackenziePallaraParkinsonRichlandsStrettonYeerongpillyTennysonFairfieldDutton ParkHighgate Hill

Nearby Service Areas

Building across Brisbane South's borders? We cover neighbouring regions from the same Capalaba depot.

Location FAQs

We service Brisbane South from our Capalaba depot. Delivery timing depends on the site address, access, product availability and required service, and is confirmed when we review the request. For temporary poles, standard-zone delivery is $350 + GST and confirmed from the site address. Delivery outside the zone or involving non-standard access is quoted separately and may cost more.

Yes. We service Rochedale, Rochedale South, Heathwood, Forestdale, Calamvale, Stretton, Karawatha, Parkinson and surrounding estates. Sites with underground street reticulation may require an underground temporary-pole configuration, which we confirm from the lot and connection details. For temporary poles, standard-zone delivery is $350 + GST and confirmed from the site address. Delivery outside the zone or involving non-standard access is quoted separately and may cost more.

Many Brisbane South builders request a temporary builder’s pole and portaloo together, with an available security-camera option where suitable. Temporary pole hire is $600 + GST for the 12-week minimum, plus $350 + GST standard-zone delivery, making the typical standard-zone pole total $950 + GST. Delivery outside the zone is quoted separately by address. Call (07) 3367 2237 with the site address for a confirmed quote.

Yes. We can coordinate quotes for temporary poles and other site services across multiple Brisbane South addresses. Send the site list, required dates and access details so our team can confirm product availability, delivery timing and account options. For temporary poles, standard-zone delivery is $350 + GST and confirmed from the site address. Delivery outside the zone or involving non-standard access is quoted separately and may cost more.

Yes. We deliver to new estates in Rochedale and Rochedale South. Sites with underground street reticulation may require an underground temporary-pole configuration, which we confirm from the estate, lot and connection details. For temporary poles, standard-zone delivery is $350 + GST and confirmed from the site address. Delivery outside the zone or involving non-standard access is quoted separately and may cost more.

Delivery timing for Brisbane South depends on the site address, access, product availability and required service. We confirm the available delivery and installation window after reviewing the request; network and retailer connection timing is controlled separately by those providers. For temporary poles, standard-zone delivery is $350 + GST and confirmed from the site address. Delivery outside the zone or involving non-standard access is quoted separately and may cost more.

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