Mobile Skips Franchise Business for Sale
Company overview and history
- Founded in 2006 by Cam Griffiths, introducing trailer-mounted skip bins from the US
- Started as a simpler, cheaper alternative to traditional skip bins with lockable lids
- Jacob Spencer acquired the brand in 2016
- Partnership with Bunnings since 2013, generating about 30% of business
- Expanded to NSW, QLD, SA, VIC, WA, and seeking franchisees in ACT
- Aims to grow from over 400 to over 1,000 Mobile Skips
- Innovated with trailer-mounted skip bins for tight spaces and responsible rubbish disposal
- Offers 3-hour delivery and accepts all types of rubbish
- Operates on a franchise model with support for franchisees
- Known for customer-centric service and commitment to environmental responsibility
- Joined forces with Carbon Neutral Australia in 2022, planting a tree for every online skip hire
Product/service offerings
Mobile Skips offers several key product and service offerings in the waste management sector:
- Standard Mobile Skip: 500kg capacity, 4 cubic metres, ideal for household clean-outs.
- Heavy Mobile Skip: 1000kg capacity, 4 cubic metres, suitable for renovation waste and large clean-out projects.
- Online Booking: Quick and easy with same-day delivery, often within three hours.
- No Permit Required: Bins are on registered trailers, considered vehicles.
- Convenience: Designed to fit in various spaces without damage, hassle-free booking with real-time availability.
- Flexibility: No last-minute fees for weight overlimits or permits; complimentary extra days for weather delays.
- Eco-friendly: Focus on recycling; one tree planted for every skip hired.
- Rubbish Removal for Smaller Amounts: Customers can send photos for quotes on smaller rubbish amounts.
- Partnerships: Collaborations with Bunnings and others for cost-effective decluttering solutions.
- 24/7 Customer Support: Dedicated team available for assistance with skip bin hire services.
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Target market and industry trends
- Primary Markets: Households and small project users, especially DIY home renovators
- Geographical Focus: Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide
- Partnership with Bunnings: Generates about 30% of business
- Market Growth: Projected to reach USD 21.49 billion by 2030, CAGR of 2.6%
- Government Initiatives: National Waste Policy Action Plan aims for 10% waste reduction per person and 80% resource recovery by 2030
- Technological Advancements: Growth in waste-to-energy technologies
- Circular Economy: Adoption of circular economy practices driving market growth
- Skip Bin Rental Market: Revenue growth at a CAGR of 1.5% over the past five years
- Major Players: Cleanaway Waste Management, Veolia, Bingo Industries
- Challenges: High operational costs and regulatory compliance
Ongoing fees (royalties, marketing fees)
Ongoing fees for a Mobile Skips franchise include:
- Management Fee: 13% of gross sales
- Marketing Fee: 5% of gross sales
- Trailer Hire Fee: $99 per month
- Other Costs: Tipping of bins and fixed leasing costs
Training and support provided to franchisees
Mobile Skips provides comprehensive training and support to its franchisees through several key components:
- Full training, in-person or remote, covering business operations, accounting software, business management software, skip bin model, and customer service skills.
- Access to a dedicated business development support team for sales generation through an online booking infrastructure.
- Cloud-based system managing the complete lifecycle of bookings, allowing customers to check availability, set times, and pay online.
- Centralized support framework with administration and call center staff for customer service and management functions.
- Investment alongside franchisees to create a partnership for success and ongoing business growth support.
- Powerful web-based dashboard with Google Maps view for asset management.
Day in the life
A typical day for a Mobile Skips franchisee includes:
- Morning deliveries and pickups between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM
- Regular customer interaction for smooth service
- Using a cloud-based system for bookings and quick quoting
- Collaboration with Bunnings Warehouse for seamless service
- Accessing a secure portal for daily itinerary and asset management
- Flexibility in managing time and operations
Staffing requirements
- Franchisee is a hands-on operator, managing bookings and liaising with Bunnings Warehouse
- Responsible for delivery and collection of mobile skips
- Interacts with customers and maintains service quality
- May need to manage a small team or work independently
- Focus on effective management and service delivery
Location requirements and territory information
- Exclusive territory granted upon purchase
- Available in NSW, QLD, SA, VIC, WA; seeking franchisees in ACT
- Defined geographic area for operation
- Franchisor ensures integration into centralized systems
- Focus on local customers and Bunnings team
- Mobile skips fit into tight spaces
Financing options available
For detailed information about financing options for a Mobile Skips franchise, we recommend reaching out to the franchise using the "Send Enquiry" function on Hattch.
Franchisee qualifications and experience required
- No technical skills required
- Customer service orientation
- Comfortable towing a trailer
- Organizational and communication skills
- Business acumen beneficial
- Financial capability for initial investment and ongoing fees
Unique selling propositions and competitive advantages
- Trailer-mounted skip bins with lockable lids
- No council permits required
- Quick delivery and collection, often within three hours
- Online booking system
- Partnership with Bunnings Warehouse
- Patented disposal system for efficient emptying
- Focus on recycling and environmental responsibility
- Support for franchisees with proven systems and IT
- Minimal investment required for franchisees
Challenges and potential risks for franchisees
- Logistical complexities (route planning, vehicle maintenance)
- Weather-dependent sales
- Learning curve for new franchisees
- Substantial initial investment; ongoing costs (tipping bins, trailer leasing)
- Ongoing fees: 13% management fee, 5% marketing fee, $99/month trailer hire
- Market saturation requires differentiation
- Success in one area doesn't guarantee success elsewhere
- Heavy dependence on franchisor; limited autonomy
- Challenges in meeting performance standards
- Customer satisfaction impacts reputation and profitability
- Liability for damage to skips and property
Testimonials or success stories from current franchisees
- High customer satisfaction: 4.8-star rating from 77 reviews
- Franchisees enjoy simplicity and customer interactions
- Significant growth through Bunnings Warehouse partnership
- Flexibility and financial rewards for franchisees
- Comprehensive support with a cloud-based management system
- Advice to research and engage with existing franchisees
Application process and next steps for interested parties
- Reach out to Mobile Skips using the "Send Enquiry" function on Hattch.
- Research and Selection: Prospective franchisees research the Mobile Skips franchise opportunity.
- Contacting the Franchisor: Interested candidates contact Mobile Skips for more information.
- Application Submission: A formal application is submitted, detailing background, finances, and business plan.
- Evaluation and Approval: Mobile Skips reviews the application, assessing financial stability and experience.
- Initial Phone and Webinar Sessions: Initial phone interviews and webinars may be conducted.
- Validation and Discovery Day: Participation in validation calls and a Discovery Day at the home office.
- Franchise Agreement: Upon approval, a franchise agreement is provided, outlining terms and conditions.
- Training and Onboarding: Comprehensive training and ongoing support are provided after signing the agreement.
Mobile Skips Franchise Opportunities
Franchise Overview
Number of Franchises:
17
Number of Franchise Locations:
17
Number of Corporate Locations:
1
Franchise Partner Type:
Owner Operator
Investment Range:
$50K - $100K
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Hattch Score Summary
Assessment Completed:
2024-01-01
Culture determines the environment, strategies and practices that inspire and engage employees and you as a franchisee to perform optimally and is important to wider company morale and maintaining good relationships.
Great performance happens when cultural attributes are closely aligned with and support both the franchisor’s and franchisee’s goals. A culture that is congruent and clearly communicated provides endless benefits to everyone in the franchise organisation including greater effectiveness and brand equity.
A company that shares your cultural preferences will prove more compatible and help you reach your performance potential.
Matching your core values with a franchise's core values creates compatibility and harmony. Having shared values provides a solid foundation for a long-term business relationship.
Like-minded people have a basis for understanding, communicating and exercising judgment. Values alignment builds strong brand recognition.
Our research and that of others, show that there is a strong link between financial performance and values alignment. When the values of an organisation are in alignment with the aspirational values of you as a franchisee, the result is high performance.
For greatest satisfaction and effectiveness, you should seek a work or business environment consistent with your natural working tendencies.
Work Style translates into how you will delegate, direct, motivate, manage, evaluate and resolve day-to-day business situations.
Work Style is particularly important for you as a franchisee, as you will be held responsible for aligning your business with the pace, priorities and direction the franchise outlines for the system.
Stages of Growth are determined by a company's managerial style, organisational structure, formal systems, major strategic goals and founder/owner involvement.
As a franchise organisation grows, the systems and procedures will adapt to support an evolving business model, the needs of the franchisees and to satisfy end-user demands.
Within each stage of business, your skills and goals as a franchisee need to complement a franchisor's plans and market expansion strategies. A franchisee that is in-step with the franchise organisation's Stage of Growth will prove more compatible and likely perform better.
Your business skills and competencies are important. More important however, is how those competencies complement those a franchise is looking for to achieve high performance.
Having complementary skills and competencies provides a framework for forming collaborations between you and a franchisor. It reduces redundancy, makes wiser use of resources, provides points of correspondence and thus leads to greater value, compatibility and performance.
