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"Ray did a great job replacing missing bricks in our fence. Good communication and job completed to a high standard."
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"On time, so helpful, went above and beyond, the garden beds look amazing "
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"I am very grateful for Harley's help in my garden. He is reliable and such a hard worker. Nothing is a problem. Highly r..."
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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
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$210
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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.
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What can you expect from an earthmover?
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.
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Shovelling gravel
$10
Essendon VIC, Australia
21st Mar 2026
I am a landscaper and need help to remove gravel under synthetic turf using a shovel and wheel burrow into my trailer. All tools provided. I'm not sure how long this will take and happy to pay an hourly rate however as a guide it will be 4 to 6 hours
Move small pile of dirt 1m square
$80
Ringwood East VIC, Australia
21st Mar 2026
Remove 1 meter square pile of dirt In driveway
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
Move dirt from the front to the side of the house
$150
Redland Bay QLD, Australia
21st Mar 2026
Need dirt from the front of house to the side of the house. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 150m²-300m² Has green waste bin: No
Moving soil
$150
Dundas Valley NSW 2117, Australia
21st Mar 2026
Moving soil to the backyard Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Move 1 cubic metre of wood chips
$100
Rose Bay, New South Wales
21st Mar 2026
1 have 1 cubic metre of wood chips in our driveway. I need them moved to our back garden and spread on the flowerbeds.
Move soil out of front garden
$350
Princes Hill, Victoria
21st Mar 2026
Need to remove soil from front garden and Move new soil in Small front garden Soil has already been dug out and is in a pile. I have shovels and and a wheelbarrow You will need to dispose of soil Soil can’t go into green bins as refused on pick up Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Move soil
$150
Tingalpa QLD, Australia
21st Mar 2026
Move & spread the soil so it’s even across the right hand side of the property, max you will have to move it, is approx 5m, dingo would take bugger all, or wheelbarrow and shovel if you really wanted, I just want the dirt moved up the side and behind the gate so it’s all even up the side
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.
Needing soil moved from front to backyard garden beds $50hr
$50
Loganholme QLD, Australia
12th Mar 2026
Soil to be moved from front to garden beds out back Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Kana went approve and beyond for my task , hard worker and all round great guy highly recommend for any task !
Need someone to move these pebbles as shown to new location
$180
Randwick NSW, Australia
10th Mar 2026
Hi I need someone to move the pebbles as shown in the images from our house to a new location which is a 3 minute drive away You will need to provide all the suitable equipment to complete the job Tools to shovel up the pebbles & something to carry them in
Super efficient and very thorough.
Laborer to move soil
$150
Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia
9th Mar 2026
Need assistance moving soil into a raised garden bed approximately 2 and 1/2 cubes And to cut a trench in freshly laid soil
Dan got the job done on time and without a fuss would highly recommend!
Excess sand removal
$150
Mooloolah Valley QLD, Australia
9th Mar 2026
We recently had the lawn top dressed with sand. There are a number of spots where it was too thick and hasn’t settled through yet. There was also a wheelbarrow load of excess sand. After someone to come remove that excess sand and tidy up by removing some or spreading the patches that were too thick
Happy with the work
Labouring, moving gravel
$40
Baldivis, Western Australia
7th Mar 2026
I need 2 people to help move some gravel. Hourly rate. Not sure of the exact amount to be removed, could take a few hours. Easy work, just a lot of trips back and forth with relatively small amounts each time. Paying 40 an hour with a minimum of 2 hours pay, if 2 of you can come together as a team I'll make it 45 each instead. Starting at 8:30am Sunday morning in Baldivis. Cheers
Great guys to work with. On-time, friendly, worked hard on a hot day. I would definitely hire these guys again.
Two men 1 wheelbarrow 1 hrs work to move some soil
$100
Helensvale QLD, Australia
3rd Mar 2026
Need 2 cubic mtrs of soil wheelbarrowed to a veggie garden. No more than an hrs work in it for 2 men.
Perfect job. Thanks for your help
Move 2 bulka bags full of road base & gravel
$400
Greenwich NSW, Australia
2nd Mar 2026
Move 2 bulka bags (1 of road base and 1 of blue metal) from front of house to back of house. There is plenty of access down side of house via driveway. Can supply shovel and wheelbarrow if needed.
Roger powered through the work. Finished faster than expected.
I need help to spread gravel along a 16m path
$200
Elanora Heights NSW, Australia
26th Feb 2026
I’m getting gravel delivered from ANL in a small truck and I need it spread out over the path Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 150m²-300m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Ryan is a charming young man who is dedicated to his work and is a professional









