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"Lok was great - highly recommend "
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"Fantastic job had 2 flat packs and a bed with no instructions and he worked it all out !! Definitely Recommend "
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"Brendan is amazing Came on time and got the job done perfectly Happy to use again and again"
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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in Illawarra

Good worker, cleaned up after. A+
I need 6 cubic metres of broken tiles moved from skip bin to a pile
$400

First booking with air tasker and cannot fault rob. On time, job done quickly and without complaints (it was a very muddy and heavy job). Great customer service
Move 20m2 of turf
$200

Great workers who got the job done without any fuss. Great communicators too
We have approximately 5 ton of clay soil from our back yard.
$800

Great job. On time.
Move 800kg pebbles
$125

A very professional service. Communication 5/5 Punctuality 5/5 Completion of task as requested 5/5 I Would use his service again
Remove rock and concrete rubble
$200

Friendly and helpful! Really happy to get the job done the morning I posted, thanks!
Dig and move soil in our backyard
$200
What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor in Illawarra
$160 - $440
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$160
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$210
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$440
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5
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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 in Illawarra
Manual digging of retaining wall foundation, wheelbarrow to skip bin
$250
Mount Keira NSW, Australia
5th Jun 2025
this manual labour using mattock and spade work to excavate soil and then transport to skip bin. Assuming work-day duration of 6 hours. Best to have experience in both digging and barrow work
Remove dirt/sand from driveway
$500
Warilla NSW, Australia
5th May 2025
Remove pile of dirt/sand from driveway


Task completed exactly as requested
Move approx 250kg of pebbles from driveway to backyard
$50
Albion Park NSW, Australia
1st Apr 2025
Move approx 250kg of 20mm of blue metal rock from driveway to backyard up a steep driveway and a set of 5 stairs using buckets
Carry buckets of crushed pebbles to backyard
$100
Albion Park NSW 2527, Australia
2nd Mar 2025
Approx 1 tonne or less of crushed rock will needs to be moved from side of house a couple small steps to the back yard. Buckets will be provided.
Spa move from garage to backyard
$300
Shell Cove NSW, Australia
12th Feb 2025
Spa in the garage 2.2 x2.2 meteres Wide gate with ramp to the backyard area
Remove rock from frontyard
$50
Figtree NSW 2525, Australia
2nd Feb 2025
Need to remove rock from front yard. Rock approx 50cm by 30cm but quite heavy. Job in figtree 2525
Move Gravel from the driveway to the garden
$150
Wollongong CBD NSW 2500, Australia
1st Feb 2025
We have had gravel delivered, and it is in our driveway; it needs to be borrowed to a drain nearby and a garden at the rear of our garden. Wheelbarrow and shovel supplied; gloves are needed if required. It is about 1.5 tonnes and should take about 2 hours.


Lokendra was punctual, pleasant and helpful and did an excellent job. I would have no hesitation in using him again.
Mini bobcat operator
$500
Kiama NSW, Australia
25th Nov 2024
I am looking for a min bob cat operator ( Site access around 1.3m meter) who can level backyard , front yard and move 7 ton under turf soil from front yard to backyard and spread 3 ton blue metal in the side of the house.
Move site rubbish to skip bin
$100
Berkeley, New South Wales
15th Nov 2024
Move site rubbish from rear yard to skip bin in driveway. Shovel and wheel barrow provided
Dirt removal from backyard
$250
Fairy Meadow NSW, Australia
8th Nov 2024
Manual digging dirt from back yard and wheelbarrowing to front of house. Digging of 100-150mm dirt of land size 3.5 x 4.5 metres
Lawn mowed and topsoil
$600
Wollongong NSW, Australia
20th Oct 2024
Mow 100m2 lawn and topsoil you will need to wheel barrow the top soil 50m from the front yard to the back and level the top soil. Top soil will be supplied


Awesome work will use again
Move pile of small rocks from curb up to backyard
$175
Thirroul NSW, Australia
10th Aug 2024
Move pile of blue metal rocks from the curb, up the side of our house into the backyard. Narrow access with steps so may be more viable to use buckets instead of a wheelbarrow. But that is up to you. Can provide buckets, shovels and wheelbarrow. Must be completed Sunday 11th August.


Nice guy, great worker and highly capable. Would highly recommend.
Drainage stones removed from garden bed and loaded on trailer
$500
Corrimal NSW, Australia
8th Aug 2024
I have a garden bed of drainage stones I need removed and loaded on a trailer, garden bed is L-7mtrs x W-800mm x H-400mm, distance from garden bed to trailer is 20mtrs, I have 1 wheel barrow, and have a ramp going to the trailer, if it is more than 1 trailer load the excess can go on the ground next to trailer. Days available to do job are Friday 9/08, Saturday 10/08, Tuesday 13/08, I can schedule other dates around wife's schedule.

Good worker, completed job in half the time estimated
Move 1 tonne dirt 50m, Coledale NSW
$200
Coledale NSW, Australia
14th Jul 2024
I need a labourer to move approx 1 tonne of dirt and clay about 50 metres up a gentle hill and put it behind a retaining wall. Access is possible for a small Ute or other machinery.


Steve worked with my husband, who gave him a rave review. Excellent work, great demeanour and I think got the job done faster than my husband expected.
Move soil into a garden bed
$600
Figtree NSW, Australia
29th Jun 2024
We have approx 3tonne of dirt that needs to be moved into a raised garden bed. Given the slope and stairs this needs to be done by filling and carrying buckets. We have buckets and shovels- am looking for the muscles ! Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes


What a nice bloke! Scott was amazing- he worked hard and did a great job. I highly recommended and would definitely rebook for other jobs.
Removal of soil in backyard
$400
Calderwood NSW, Australia
16th Mar 2024
Have dug out area of 5700mm x 3700mm x 250mm and need soil removed. Narrow access wheel barrow and shovel most likely
Remove clean fill soil
$150
Gerringong NSW, Australia
24th Nov 2023
Removal of approx 5 tonne soil (good clean fill) piled in front yard. Ideally done with mini excavator and tipper, or about 5 trailer loads. - Due date: Before Tuesday, 28 November 2023
Move soil in buckets
$150
Bulli NSW, Australia
9th Nov 2023
Need to move 3 m3 of soil in buckets up into rear garden and help lay turf - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 10 November 2023
I need a pile of dirt moved across my yard
$80
Stanwell Park NSW, Australia
24th Oct 2023
I had a pile a dirt dropped on my lawn today, and I need to move it into two raised flower beds. You only need to move the dirt ~30 meters. I would do it myself, but I hurt my back. And I need the dirt moved before Thursday because it's supposed to rain. I have two shovels you can use. But I do not have a wheel barrow. And a wheel barrow is pretty essential for the task. It's 2 cubed meters of dirt. - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 25 October 2023
Remove soil about 3 cubic metres
$300
Stanwell Tops NSW 2508, Australia
21st Jun 2023
remove soil from mound in backyard. mix of blue metal and soil - Due date: Flexible