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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews

Adam didn’t muck around, he got straight into the job and did it quickly and efficiently and it looks fantastic. He’s easy to communicate with and personable.

Move a metre of gravel

$50

Great communication, turned up quickly and worked at a cracking pace. Thanks Dean!

Shift 2 cubes of soil from front driveway to backyard.

$105

Felix, and his team arrived on time and completed the work to an excellent standard. Fantastic job!

I need approximately 3.5m3 of soil removed from garden beds

$400

Sean was friendly hard working and got the job done quickly

I need some piles of dirt spread around so that the area is level

$200

Zac is a super hard worker and is happy to go above and beyond to get the job done.

Remove clean fill

$400

Excellent worker highly recommend

Move Blue Stone Pitchers

$500

What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor

$130 - $340

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$130

median

$210

high

$340

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Why hire an earthmover through Airtasker?

Moving large volumes of earth and rock is more than your regular spadework. It demands skill, savviness, and a heavy-duty kit — three things you can be certain about when you hire seasoned earthmovers on Airtasker.

Attempting to dig trenches, clear land, or even haul rubble by yourself can quickly turn into a mishap. You wouldn't want to be left with a botched job that could easily bring you to your knees in mud, construction delays, and hefty extra costs later down the line! Skip the headaches that come with flimsy DIYs and work with top-rated earthmoving contractors near you instead.

Simply post on Airtasker and quickly receive offers from expert earthmovers who can handle the heavy lifting without a hitch, from soil removal to large-scale excavation. Check past client reviews and compare quotes, so you can hire the perfect match — no cowboy builders, just proper professionals who know their onions.

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A construction or landscaping project can't be without reliable earthmoving contractors to help prepare the site and transport heavy material to and fro. Hire expert Taskers with the right expertise and equipment to make clearing land or shifting soil and rubble a hassle-free experience — no heavy lifting required on your end.

Here’s what to expect when you book earthmoving contractors on Airtasker:

Excavation and site preparation

Breaking ground on a new build or extension? Get skilled earthmoving contractors to handle everything you'll need, from digging out the foundations and basements to levelling the terrain. Proper excavation is crucial to make sure your construction project is a success, whether it's a small residential project or a large commercial site. Having experts on site ensures that your site preparation remains precise and efficient.

Soil and rubble removal

If you've accumulated piles of dirt, clay, or rubble, and they're left to clutter up your site, it's best to get Taskers to remove them for you and clear out the space. Shovelling it all by hand is a slow, back-breaking job — why endure when you can completely skip this? Instead, hire a professional earthmover to deal with construction waste, such as excess soil after a garden makeover or debris from a demolition job. Contractors will use specialised equipment to load, transport, and dispose of materials safely.

Trenching and drainage

Need to dig a trench for underground utilities, drainage pipes, or foundation footings? Avoid future issues like waterlogging or uneven ground by working with earthmoving contractors who can guarantee precision at every stage. They will create trenches to your exact specifications, observing proper grading and depth. From a small-scale job for residential drainage to a deep-cut trench for commercial infrastructure, the right contractor can get it done fuss-free.

Heavy material transport

Manually shifting heavy loads of materials like gravel or topsoil is exhausting and inefficient, especially for larger sites. By working with professional earthmovers, you can expect them to come equipped with the right machinery to handle bulk loads with minimal labour necessary. They can deliver fresh topsoil straight to your address for a garden project, or haul away construction debris.

Recent Earthmoving Contractors tasks

Dirt moved

$200

Russell Island QLD 4184, Australia

28th Mar 2026

Need dirt moved can be relocated on the block next door

Moving deco granite to rear garden

$450

Allambie Heights NSW, Australia

28th Mar 2026

Move approx 2 tonnes of deco granite from front driveway to backyard. Approx 55 paces. Includes stairs. Manual carry required.

Dingo or kanga job - Morningside

$10

Morningside QLD, Australia

28th Mar 2026

Small dingo or kanga job Clear and level and push dirt into the back of retaining wall. Remove small tree. No waste removal off site, 400 on completion. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: No

Move sand to back garden

$300

Singleton, Western Australia

28th Mar 2026

Need sand either wheeled to back garden or tiny bib cat . Probably wheel barrow use . 8 cubes

Help moving dirt into garden beds

$120

Berkeley NSW, Australia

28th Mar 2026

I have had 3 cubic meters of dirt delivered, I have done 2 beds and given up and lack the physical strength needed. I need the dirt taken from my driveway up the hill and put into 3 raised garden beds at the top of my garden. I have a wheelbarrow and shovel if needed. The garden is large but there is only 2-2.5 cubic meters of dirt left to do. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Move 10m3 of road base and move cubby house

$300

Hope Island QLD 4212, Australia

28th Mar 2026

Need to move 10m3 of road base from one area to another on same property. Approx 20m away. Easy access. I also need the cubby moved about 10m. Needs a bob cat as road base is hardened. Need it done today.

Move 1.5m3 of soil to garden bed

$80

Sylvania NSW 2224, Australia

28th Mar 2026

Moving 1.5m3 of soil from nature strip to garden bed 20m away. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Move large sandstone boulder from front yard to backyard

$300

Blacktown NSW, Australia

27th Mar 2026

Need a sandstone boulder moved from front to back yard using bobcat or similar

Garden rock wheelbarrowed into yard

$150

Bentleigh VIC, Australia

27th Mar 2026

Need labour of garden rock wheelbarrowed into rear yard around 2 cubic meters Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Dylan is a great to deal With, professional and quick, a all round lovely fella

Spread dirt from a pile, onto the front yard

$200

St Albans VIC, Australia

26th Mar 2026

Got a pile of dirt delivered, which I need spread over my front yard. The pile of dirt and half of the front yard is shown in the photo. Would be great if I could get this done this weekend! I can provide shovels, I don't have a wheelbarrow so if you also don't, then I can rent one for the day. Cheers! Please let me know your availability

Great time working with Papu, he was on time and did some really great work. Very happy with the results and I would definitely rebook with jim

Carry garden soil to garden beds

$160

Allambie Heights NSW 2100, Australia

24th Mar 2026

4 hours @ $40 per hour. Load, lift and carry garden soil to garden beds. Not the whole bulka bag obviously, only what is achievable in the 4 hour period. 24 stairs maximum, with lower garden bed 15 stairs. See photos

Andrius has a solid work ethic and great positive attitude. His communications were excellent. Make sure you book him in.

Move gravel to a skip bin

$100

St Albans, Victoria

23rd Mar 2026

Hi, I just need someone to rake gravel from my front yard and put it in a skip bin. About 80m2 area. I'll provide the tools and the skip bin Cheers

Didn't complete the task and left me in a sticky situation as a result, which was quite frustrating. The part that was completed, was done so at a good standard.

Labourer to help move soil

$50

Forest Hill VIC 3131, Australia

23rd Mar 2026

Help move soil from front yard to back yard

Hardworking and reliable Will definitely reach out again

Need sandpit emptied and put new sand in

$2,000

South Windsor NSW 2756, Australia

22nd Mar 2026

A sandpit located in a child care centre. Sand needs to be completely removed and new sand needs to be added. Price includes purchase of sand. This needs to be done before Wednesday. Sandpit depth is 600mm

Did an excellent job at emptying our centre sandpit and adding in new sand! Will definitely use Nathan again ☺️

Looking for a labourer to help me with moving wheelbarrows of soil

$200

Ascot Vale VIC, Australia

21st Mar 2026

Hello I have two huge piles of soil and decomposed granite and I am looking for someone tomorrow to move them to where the need to be in the garden tomorrow 9-3

Extremely professional and very capable. Moved 6 cubic metres of soil and sand in four hours 😵‍💫 excellent help!!!

Move 2.5 meters topsoil

$110

Mudgeeraba QLD, Australia

19th Mar 2026

I have 2.5 meters top soil I would like to move in a wheelbarrow and spread out flat area not far to move it

Very friendly and a hard worker great eye for detail thanks Dan

Move mulch from driveway to garden beds

$150

Frankston South VIC 3199, Australia

18th Mar 2026

Need mulch wheelbarrowed from driveway to garden beds - approximately 50 meters away from each other Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 150m²-300m² Has green waste bin: Yes

On time, so helpful, went above and beyond, the garden beds look amazing

Top soil movement Edensor Park

$40

Edensor Park NSW, Australia

17th Mar 2026

Put offer in for 1 hour of labour/ movement. I’ll cover unfinished work. Move top soil from front of house to backyard downhill. 2 cubic meters. Shovel and wheel barrow onsite. Bring own gloves if you wish. Top soil arriving Wednesday 18/3 after midday. Start anytime after this. No tools required, just rock up with a healthy attitude and get fit & get paid.

Awesome operator Highly recommended

Move and spread onto path garden pebbles

$150

Falls Creek NSW, Australia

15th Mar 2026

I have a bag of pebbles which need to be moved from front to rear garden and spread on path, I have buckets, trolly and wheelbarrow for use. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Great work, arrived on time, got straight to task, gave helpful advise, left site clean on completion, recommended all round.

Help move 1-2 tonne of dirt/material from front yard to back.

$150

Engadine, New South Wales

13th Mar 2026

1-2 tonne of dirt/material with wheel barrow from front yard to back yard. 2-3hrs predicted.

Work completed as agreed.