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"Ra is a solid hardworker. Arrived on time and didnt stop at all. Would use him again."
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Excellent job - he did everything well
Move sand/dirt and spread across area
$60

Really appreciated the help he was hard and efficient considering the conditions. Would recommend
Move 1/2 cube gravel and 1 cube crusher dust to backyard
$300

Very happy, got the job done quickly and accurately. Communication was great! Would hire again
SOIL REMOVAL
$50

Kelly did a great job. Turned up on time and completed the job without fuss.
Move 3m3 of crushed rock front front of house to back of house.
$300

Very happy to work with Joseph
Move stones into skip bin
$150

Thank you for clearing the rocks
Rock removal
$100
What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor
$140 - $349
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$140
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$215
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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.
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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.
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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
Move soil into skip bin
$70
Port Kembla NSW, Australia
30th Aug 2025
Move soil from pile on lawn into a skip bin. Approx 1.5 cubic metres of soil, the skip bin is about 10m away.
Move large piles of soil
$150
North Richmond NSW 2754, Australia
30th Aug 2025
We have several large piles of soil that needs to be distributed around several gardens on my 1000m2 block. The dirt is sitting on a steep driveway. About 5 hours work.
Digging out clay
$150
Toronto NSW 2283, Australia
30th Aug 2025
Digging back dirt under house, easy access. Wet clay from flooding has slipped down. Prepping for retaining wall. Approx 8m long,by 1m wide, dirt doesn't need to be moved out it can go on top of existing mound.

Fantastic, really lovely, worked hard and did such a great job. Highly recommend Jarrod.
Move old mixed clay pebble soil from garden beds.
$200
Mortdale NSW 2223, Australia
30th Aug 2025
Remove old pebble clay soil and distribute by barrow and bucket up the side of garage and house. Garden approx 32m by 0.5m and need down to 150mm. 1.5 cubes of soil also need to be added to garden beds. Soil on site in trailer. Have shovels madock barrow and buckets but bring your own if you like. Needs to be done Sunday 31st August.
Move Sand to Backyard
$200
Melville WA 6156, Australia
29th Aug 2025
Move 2m3 of Sand from the carpark to the backyard via wheelbarrow. 2x wheelbarrows available on site.
Help wheel barrow dirt from digger to front of house
$180
Maryborough VIC 3465, Australia
28th Aug 2025
Need 2x fit strong people to help move dirt using supplied wheel barrows An excavator will be digging and we need to move the dirt It will take around 4hours
Barrow concreate
$100
Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Australia
28th Aug 2025
I need someone strong to wheelbarrow concreate for us for a verandah slab. 2.2m³, roughly 1-2 hours of barrowing then we can take over. We have wheelbarrows and ramps ready.
Caulking front of house
$200
Greenvale VIC, Australia
28th Aug 2025
I need some caulking done a really good job at the front of my house. Concrete and the house have separated a little so I need to fill the gaps. It must be done Friday morning.
Need two labourers to move crusher dust
$35
Denistone NSW 2114, Australia
27th Aug 2025
Need two labourers to help move crusher dust from front lawn to rear yard, no stairs flat access. 35 per hour, min 5 hours.


Ra is a solid hardworker. Arrived on time and didnt stop at all. Would use him again.
Move 3m³ of sand in to a skip bin with wheelbarrow.
$150
Piara Waters WA, Australia
22nd Aug 2025
Extra sand left over from a concrete foundation job. Need to put on wheelbarrow and taken to the skip. Maximum distance to skip is 10m.

Jontee is a good listener and work very well for his money. For a young boy, he's great to have around to do all job's that requires help. Listening is his best asset.
Remove dirt and soil
$500
Werribee VIC 3030, Australia
20th Aug 2025
Remove dirt and soil from property


Excellent customer service
Need a labourer
$200
Clyde North VIC, Australia
19th Aug 2025
Need someone to carry 2 cubic meters of crushed rock from the front of the house to the backyard. (Distance is about 30 meters) Pile will be on the footpath and you will be using a concrete pathway on the side of the house. You will need your own wheelbarrow and a shovel. Job must be done this week Friday or Saturday.


Great guy to work with
Remove soil/ fill from front footpath in Wickham ,
$200
Wickham NSW, Australia
17th Aug 2025
Remove soil/fill from front footpath in Wickham. Approx 1m3


Fantastic job! Thank you 🙏
Move Soil
$200
Thornleigh NSW, Australia
16th Aug 2025
We need a hand moving soil (spoil) from one part of the garden, and dumping it to the other side.


Can recommend Lane, he is a hard worker and problem solver!
I need top soil moved to level my backyard
$300
Green Valley NSW 2168, Australia
15th Aug 2025
I need top soil filled up in my backyard to level it. I will have the soil delivered very close to my backyard


Louis is a great guy, hard working, came on time and go to work straight away. Communication is excellent and would definitly hire him again for sure. I would recommend him for any job
Yard work - move fill
$250
Point Arkwright QLD 4573, Australia
15th Aug 2025
Fill needs to be taken up back of property. No wheelbarrow access so will need to be walked up back in large buckets


Easy to deal with. Excellent comms, over and above.
Soil and rubble removal from front yard. About 1m3
$150
Fitzroy North, Victoria
14th Aug 2025
Need a small pile of soil x rubble removed, plus the top layer - about 5cm - of clean soil removed


Couldn’t have asked for more.
Wheel barrow dirt for this afternoon new farm
$200
New Farm QLD, Australia
14th Aug 2025
Wheel barrow dirt down a ramp into a bin


Awesome work, did a great job and smashed it
Carry 1 tonne sand down 5 flights of stairs
$100
Avoca Beach NSW, Australia
12th Aug 2025
Move 1 tonne of sand from the front yard to the back yard down 5 flights of stairs today (12th August).


Hassan was incredibly diligent and efficient. He worked through a tough job with patience and professionalism. I would highly recommend him.
Landscaping - Moving Dirt Hourly Rate
$30
Balgowlah NSW, Australia
9th Aug 2025
$30ph Move dirt from side pathway and place into garden beds in backyard. I have a small shovel but bring your own one please if you want a bigger one.


Did a great job at landscaping. Worked very fast and got a hard job completed very nicely !