About Freedom Forklifts
queensland based office
A family-owned business providing high-quality forklift sales, hire, and servicing across Australia’s east coast.
Our Story
Freedom Forklifts started as a family-owned business with a focus on helping local companies. Over the years, we’ve grown into a trusted provider of forklift sales, hire, and servicing, built on reliability, quality equipment, and exceptional customer service.
Founded by a passionate team with over 40 years of experience in the forklift industry, Freedom Forklifts is a family-owned business dedicated to providing top-quality equipment and services. Our goal is simple: to offer reliable and affordable forklifts while delivering exceptional customer service.
From our beginnings as a small operation, we have grown to become a trusted partner for businesses of all sizes across Australia’s east coast. Whether you’re looking to buy, hire, or maintain forklifts, we are here to support your business needs.
Our Values
At Freedom Forklifts, we value reliability, quality, and customer satisfaction. We’re committed to providing dependable equipment, honest advice, and exceptional service. Our focus is on building long-term relationships by delivering solutions that help your business succeed every step of the way.
- Customer First: We prioritise your needs, ensuring you receive the best solutions for your forklift requirements.
- Integrity: We are transparent in everything we do, providing honest advice and fair pricing.
- Quality: We offer only the highest quality forklifts and servicing, ensuring reliability and safety.
- Family-Owned: As a family business, we care about our customers like they are part of our family.
Meet Our Team
The team at Freedom Forklifts is dedicated to providing expert advice, quality service, and reliable equipment solutions. With years of experience, we’re here to help you find the right equipment and ensure your business runs smoothly.
Greg Lambe
Owner Director
With over 40 years’ experience within the industry, Greg started in the industry as a technician working his way up with his invaluable knowledge to owning and directing this very successful company we have today.
Wayne Holyoak
Director of Operations
With 25 plus years industry experience helping our business gel with our customers needs big or small, Wayne is a qualified technician that bring a wealth of knowledge and guidance to the Freedom Forklifts team with great industry experience and compassion.
Leanne McMahon
Office Manager, Accounts
Leanne has been with Freedom Forklifts for over 18 years and is a valued member of the team. She has worked her way through the business and now plays a key role in looking after customer needs and keeping the office running smoothly each day.
Sharon Hinselwood
Field service Manager Yatala
With over 25 years industry experience working with hire, Transport and service, Sharon brings considerable expertise in customer service and is responsible for our team of qualified field service technicians, to keep our large hire fleet and customer owned machines up and running and minimising any downtime that is required.
Wayne Doeblin
Workshop Coordinator (Nerang)
With over 20 years of industry experience as a technician, Wayne plays a key role in keeping our workshop running at its best. His knowledge and hands-on expertise ensure our equipment is maintained to the highest standard, helping to support both our team and customers every day.
Jean Breakell
Hire and Transport Coordinator
With over 18 years industry experience Jean brings her expertise and highly sort after organisation skill set to be valued member of the Freedom Forklifts team, keeping our hire fleet and customer machines picked up and delivered on time.
Ian Miller
Sales Consultant, Long term contact management
Ian brings over 10 years industry experience to the sales team and is responsible for all areas of sales including new and used machine sales and long term hire, Ian has a down to earth approach to making sure the customer gets the machines that are best suited to their business and at the best possible price.
Sharon Calaby
Accounts Manager, Reception
Bringing 19 years of industry experience to the Freedom Forklifts team, Sharon’s attention to detail and dedication make her an invaluable part of the business. She takes great pride in her work, supporting both the team and our customers with care and professionalism, and always ensures nothing is overlooked.
Peter Marsden
Sales Consultant
Peter brings over 7 years of industry experience to the Freedom Forklifts sales team, specialising in long-term hire and new and used machine sales. His knowledge and approachable manner help customers find the right equipment for their needs, making him a valuable part of our sales and hire team.
Riley Fuller
Customer service Representative, Social media Coordinator
Riley is new to the forklift industry but brings valuable experience from working in the heavy machinery industry. His fresh perspective, youthful energy, and customer-focused attitude add innovation to our already experienced team. Riley has quickly become a great fit, committed to delivering excellent service and building strong customer relationships.
What Our Clients Are Saying
Our clients value our reliable equipment, exceptional service, and friendly team. Many share their satisfaction with our support and dedication to meeting their needs. At Freedom Forklifts, we’re proud to deliver the high standards our clients trust.
Natalie Bruce
Freedom Forklifts was absolutely amazing
Ian at Freedom Forklifts was absolutely amazing. I work at Ride Electric at Burleigh Heads and he went above and beyond to ensure we were looked after with our purchase. The follow up with after service has also been exceptional. Thank you Ian :)
TV Magic
outstanding service after Christmas
Freedom Forklifts provided outstanding service after Christmas, despite storms, power loss, and flooding. Jean and the driver were fantastic to deal with. Highly recommend hiring from Freedom Forklifts!
Luke Ellis
Couldn’t be happier with my experience
Couldn’t be happier with my experience at Freedom Forklifts! From Jean’s warm welcome to Ian Miller’s honest advice, the team was incredible. Adam’s delivery of my new Cat forklift was first class. Honest, reliable, and professional—thanks, Freedom Forklifts!