Mechanical engineering for heavy machinery in Hastings that keeps your gear working across Hawke’s Bay
Plan B Hydraulics delivers practical mechanical engineering support for heavy machinery and commercial equipment in Hastings, servicing Napier and the wider Hawke’s Bay region. Work covers repairs, modifications and problem-solving for plant, trucks, access equipment and industrial machinery where reliability, safety and downtime matter.
With hydraulics, mechanical engineering and auto-electrical capability in one workshop, faults can be diagnosed properly and jobs can be finished without unnecessary hand-offs. You get clear explanations, options that suit the way your gear is used, and workmanship backed by recognised standards – including CBIP-certified repairs where required.
Support built for commercial operators who need their gear working, not waiting
You get more than a quick fix - your machinery keeps running with real know-how from hands-on work with diggers, tractors and hard-used gear. When breakdowns or maintenance crop up, you have someone in Hawke’s Bay ready to act, not just tick boxes.
For anyone relying on commercial, agricultural, forestry or civil equipment, this is support that actually saves you downtime and money.
For anyone relying on commercial, agricultural, forestry or civil equipment, this is support that actually saves you downtime and money.
Direct answers and honest diagnostics every time
No one needs jargon or confusion when machinery lets you down. With Plan B Hydraulics, you get answers that make sense. Each project starts with practical diagnostics and a focus on what works for your budget, timeframes and set-up.
You see exactly what has gone wrong and how to fix it for good, whether it is a leaky pump, stalled loader or a schedule at risk. You have machinery that stays reliable beyond just a single day’s work.
You see exactly what has gone wrong and how to fix it for good, whether it is a leaky pump, stalled loader or a schedule at risk. You have machinery that stays reliable beyond just a single day’s work.
Local insight, certified repairs and personal service
Choosing Plan B Hydraulics means prompt, accurate solutions - no guessing. Up-to-date tools and long Hawke’s Bay experience turn headaches into working machinery. Every project is shaped by your goals, priorities and deadlines.
Our CBIP certification means you meet safety codes and every repair meets New Zealand’s current standards, with no shortcuts. You avoid wasted time juggling multiple shops - everything from diagnostics to repairs and custom builds is handled by someone with a deep knowledge of what they are doing.
Our CBIP certification means you meet safety codes and every repair meets New Zealand’s current standards, with no shortcuts. You avoid wasted time juggling multiple shops - everything from diagnostics to repairs and custom builds is handled by someone with a deep knowledge of what they are doing.
New management for new beginnings
Plan B Hydraulics has entered a fresh chapter, with new leadership bringing a renewed sense of purpose, calm and professionalism to the workshop floor. The atmosphere today is open, positive and genuinely people-focused – the kind of environment where great workmanship and good relationships naturally thrive.
This new beginning is reflected in the work we do, the way we show up for customers, and the pride our team takes in every hydraulic, access and auto-electrical job we complete. It’s a stronger, steadier Plan B Hydraulics – and we’re only getting better.
Fast repairs minimise downtime
Get back to work quicker with rapid, efficient repairs prioritised for your machinery, so you lose fewer hours waiting for service.
Accurate diagnostics save you money
You see immediately what is wrong - no expensive guesswork or unnecessary parts. That means your job is finished right the first time.
Custom solutions fit your needs
From modifications to full builds, solutions are made for your machinery and your operation. Off-the-shelf is never your only choice.