Cubby Plant Hire appoints new manager & targets growth

Carlisle-based Cubby Plant Hire is targeting continued long-term growth after hiring a new General Manager and creating 10 new jobs. The appointment of Mike Graham as General Manager will see Cubby Plant benefit from his 20 years of experience in the plant and machinery rental market across Cumbria.

A highly regarded professional in the local plant hire sector, Mike brings a wealth of experience to Cubby Plant Hire and will spearhead a stepping up in its commercial operations and customer service offering.

He will help develop long-term customer relationships, enhance its service proposition and help the business continue on its strategic growth trajectory.

Part of the wider Cubby Group, Cubby Plant Hire is a customer-focused provider of plant hire, machinery and tool hire, and temporary accommodation and site unit rental, and has quickly become a major player in the sector since its formation in July 2025.

It has already created 10 new roles at its Kingstown headquarters and has detailed plans in place for further expansion after recently been appointed onto two Cumberland Council frameworks for operated plant and machinery.

Adam Tinkler, Cubby Plant Hire Managing Director, said: “Mike has an in-depth knowledge of all aspects of the local plant hire market and his experience, reputation and knowledge will be a major factor in how we move forward locally and in the wider region.

“We’re aiming to disrupt a very traditional hire sector in Cumbria by providing high quality products and a sector-leading service. We have made rapid progress since our formation and earning a place on Cumberland Council’s operated plant framework is recognition both of how far we have come and the quality of the service we offer.”

Mike Graham, Cubby Plant Hire General Manager, said: “Joining Cubby Plant Hire is an exciting move and, as a young business, I’ve been impressed by their energy and motivation to provide a top-class service.

“I’m looking forward to leveraging my expertise, by strengthening our product offering and developing successful customer relationships.”

Cubby Plant Hire offers a wide range of plant for all sizes of construction projects, as well as machinery and tools. It also offers a selection of temporary accommodation, site offices, stores and welfare units to meet all on-site needs.