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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews

Peter was so flexible and easy to communicate with. He was punctual came with all the appropriate tools and also used his initiative to ask if there was anything else he needed or I needed to get the job done. He was super efficient and the quality of work and advice was amazing and much appreciated. Would definitely invest in his services again. 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

Help shovelling dirt into garden beds

$169

Bart did a fabulous job, helping move soil and compost throughout our garden. Strong and fast. I wholeheartedly recommend him to everyone.

Help move a delivery of cow and compost around the garden

$100

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

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

Great outcome and thought about the job would look

Move rocks - labour required

$200

What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor

$130 - $325

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$130

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$201

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$325

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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

Remove 2 tons topsoil

$200

Beaumaris VIC, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Need top soil removed from our 2 x 1 ton bags inside front fence of property. Will require shovelling into your own wheelbarrow or containers to your trailer on road 10 metres away. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: No

Level driveway with bobcat/kanga

$500

Edgewater WA 6027, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Remove dirt and take away to 50-100ml below level of driveway and level out. Driveway is 78sqm

Move 10m³ soil from front to backyard (wheelbarrow)

$550

Donnybrook VIC 3064, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Need soil moved from front garden strip to backyard. Scope: Approx. 10 cubic meters of veggie soil Move from front yard to backyard garden beds Access via side path (see photos) Distance is moderate (front → backyard) Equipment Provided: Wheelbarrow and shovel provided Important: Job is labour-intensive (~150 wheelbarrow loads) Suitable for 1 person over 1.5 - 2 days No machinery access (narrow side path) Looking for someone reliable who can complete the job properly. Flexible with timing. Photos attached for reference.

Move soil pile and spread

$100

Hamilton Hill WA, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Move soil pile in photo, to area where grass will be. Sunday as needs to be done before Monday.

Backfill sand

$500

Vaucluse NSW 2030, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Move sand Approx 6 cubic meters to backfill area 10m away

Manual labor including moving dirt

$100

Wheelers Hill VIC 3150, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Need assistance removing loads of dirt to a skip and helping push the rotary how - not sure how long it will take - happy to discuss hourly rate

Isaac was a super friendly, fast and efficient worker. Highly recommended. Would hire again. Thanks Issac!

Moving some 4 heavy rocks in my garden

$150

Mornington VIC, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Very quick and easy job. Moving 4 heavy rocks in my garden from just a few meter.

Stack one tonne of firewood

$90

Holder ACT, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Stack one tonne of firewood - must be completed today.

Amazing job, so quick, super efficient and perfect outcome. Would highly recommend.

2 hours shifting soil and blue steel

$80

Bexley NSW, Australia

16th Apr 2026

Need someone for 2 hours work helping me move soil and blue steel from my driveway to a couple of garden beds in my backyard. I’ll be working with you. I’ve got all the tools for the job but you may prefer your own shovel. Time is flexible.

Fantastic hard worker.

Wheel barrow concrete

$10

Aspendale Gardens VIC, Australia

15th Apr 2026

Need a hand wheel barrowing concrete, 10-15m flat push. Got another person on barrows too, 3.5m3 easy one for a Saturday morning

Turned up worked hard highly recommend thanks Ongo

5 cubic metres of soil moved from front yard to back yard

$350

Wynnum West QLD, Australia

14th Apr 2026

I have a new lawn I need to late. But first I need to fill the area with 5 cubic metres of under turf. The area is easily accessed down the side of the house (roughly 10m) and fairly flat.

Dylan was amazing. Go their on time, smashed the work out in the record time. Will work with him again.

Move dirt into fence line

$220

Oxenford QLD, Australia

12th Apr 2026

I have a pile of dirt from doing lawn renovations and need it moved along the fence line where the retaining wall is. I have the tools here

Absolutely the best work I have had done through this is, punctual and just got in and did a great job. I highly recommend.

Take dirt to the dump

$60

Oxenford QLD, Australia

10th Apr 2026

Please take dirt to the dump, roughly 2 wheelbarrow load.

Damon was arrived on time, did a fantastic job and keep the site tide and clean, highly recommended.

Need some shovelling done

$120

Henley Brook WA 6055, Australia

9th Apr 2026

Need someone to back fill sand onto the storm water drain. It took me just under 2 hours to dig out, just shovel the sand on my neighbours side over the pvc piping would give $120 and you can use my shovel and sand rake.

Awesome bloke, would get him again

Frot and back yard grass moving

$75

Beverly Hills NSW 2209, Australia

8th Apr 2026

Townhouse front and back yard grass moving

Excellent craftmanship. On time. Polite. Will highly recommend.

Remove Sand from Backyard

$500

Melville WA, Australia

8th Apr 2026

Need 8 cubic meteres of sand removed from our backyard and loaded into skip bin at the front. Skip provided. Need done by COB 09/04/2026 Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Great job,m and very efficient

Shift crusher dust from driveway to backyard

$250

Whitfield QLD, Australia

5th Apr 2026

Hi, I'm looking for someone to shift 2 cubic meters of crusher dust from my front driveway to back yard in Whitfield. Unfortunately, my side access is not wide enough for a wheelbarrow, but will fit a trolley to wheel bucket loads through. As per images There are other jobs needed after if that's something you'd also be interested in. Happy Easter 🐰

Highly recommend William. Hard worker and did a great job! Definitely recommend

Shovel dirt into garden bed

$100

Lesmurdie WA 6076, Australia

4th Apr 2026

Move dirt from verge into garden bed using shovels Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Highly recommend Ryan, break work ethic. Turned up when he said he would. Verry happy with result

Help Move Soil and Dig Trench - 3hrs - 2 People

$325

Crafers West SA, Australia

3rd Apr 2026

Task: Help Move Soil on Steep Slope (2 People Required) I’m looking for 2 fit and able people to help move soil on a steep slope. Tasks include: Carrying bags of soil down the slope Shovelling and wheelbarrowing veggie mix into new raised garden beds Digging a shallow trench (approx. 5m long, 10cm deep) Details: Time: 11:00am – 2:00pm, Saturday - 3hrs

Kyle and his roommate were great to work with — good communication and followed instructions well. I’d happily hire them again

Loading and moving wheelbarrows

$225

Brisbane QLD, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

Need someone fit and able to help load and move some wheelbarrows. About 2 cubic metres worth. Have all the equipment provided

William was an excellent help. Got on with the task no problem and great communication skills. Would definitely be using Williams services again. Highly recommend