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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in South West Sydney

Very punctual and hard working. Highly recommended

Labourer - move firewood to shed

$150

Rain hail or shine ! Still gets the job done !

Shovel dirt into wheelbarrow

$150

Eddie was punctual and efficient. Got straight in to it and completed within 20mins. Would definitely hire him again

Shovel dirt into a skip

$100

Job done. No fuss.

Soil removal

$150

Great bloke and was very easy to work with. Thanks mate

Dirt removal

$150

We had a really great experience with Josh and Tori. Arrived on time and completed the work required with no hassles. All rubbish was removed as requested Will definitely use Josh again in the future.

Need 2 small garden beds taken down and soil removed

$400

What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor in South West Sydney

$100 - $300

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$100

median

$200

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$300

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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.

Recent Earthmoving Contractors tasks in South West Sydney

Help shovelling soil into new garden bed

$30

Casula NSW 2170, Australia

4th Nov 2026

We are building a new garden and are seeking fit individuals who can shovel soil into wheelbarrows and wheel it up the side of our house, then shovel the soil into the garden beds. Total soil is 7 tonnes. We will be doing it also (2 of us) so we just need someone to help with the labour for 5 hours work. Paying $30 an hour. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: No

Carpet removal

$300

Fairfield NSW 2165, Australia

4th Nov 2026

Help pull up carpet tonight. 4 hours task

Need help shovelling dirt

$150

Hinchinbrook NSW, Australia

16th Oct 2026

Need someone to help shovel dirt from one location to the next

Backyard Soil Removal – Labour Required

$100

Austral NSW 2179, Australia

10th Oct 2026

I’m looking for someone to remove and level soil from my backyard. • Soil is currently uneven, with a slope on one side. • Requires digging and manual removal of soil. • Soil needs to be moved from the backyard to the front/accessible area for removal. • Mostly manual work due to limited access. • Shovel, wheelbarrow and other basic tools can be used. • Looking for someone experienced, reliable and physically fit. • Location: Austral, NSW 2179 Please send me your fixed price, availability. Please confirm you will bring your tools .. Access to front is roughly less than a meter ( 900 mm) as shown in picture. Mud/soil need to pile up at drive way( shown in picture) Photos can be provided to estimate the work. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Excellent work.. Good communication. Very reliable.. Highly recommended

Topping up a footpath with two cubic meters of pebbles.

$200

Smithfield NSW 2164, Australia

10th Oct 2026

Topping up a footpath with about two cubic meters of pebbles. The path is about 18m x 900mm. Having your own wheelbarrow is preferable. This is probably a 2 - 4hr physical job.

Moving concrete on wheelbarrow

$10

Smithfield NSW 2164, Australia

23rd Sep 2026

Pouring small slab so looking for someone to help out with ONLY moving concrete in a wheelbarrow. Must be physically strong and willing to work.

Dylan was really really good. Came on time, did what he needed to do and also offered to do other stuff. Will definitely hire him again for sure.

Level the front area

$400

Oran Park NSW 2570, Australia

14th Sep 2026

Need to remove 1 ton of soil and level the land Need bobcat machine to do this

Soil removal

$350

Oran Park NSW 2570, Australia

9th Sep 2026

Bobcat machine required Need to remove soil as shown in the photo and level the ground

I need dirt moved from one area into a trailer.

$250

Wattle Grove NSW 2173, Australia

1st Aug 2026

I’ve got a pile of dirt that I need in my trailer

Moving concrete 8h today asap

$10

Prairiewood NSW 2176, Australia

23rd Jul 2026

Moving concrete all day todat

Move the bricks in my backyard and dirt

$150

Liverpool, New South Wales

22nd Jul 2026

So I have bricks in the back yard and dirt in the front yard

Soil tipping

$250

Sydney NSW 2168, Australia

14th Jul 2026

We need soil tipping about 3 tons

Move soil to back

$280

Wattle Grove NSW 2173, Australia

12th Jul 2026

Wheel burrow required , excavtor will fill you up just take to back about 8 tonnes sat morning 7am -2pm

Move 3 tonnes of sand from front car park to sandpit at the backyard

$350

Chipping Norton NSW 2170, Australia

10th Jul 2026

Take 3 tonnes of sand from the front into the sandpit in the back .Must have own wheelbarrow and shovel.

Shovel soil from driveway to garden beds

$30

Casula NSW 2170, Australia

5th Jul 2026

Need to shovel garden soil onto garden beds $30 per hour Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Soil/dirt disposal

$250

Austral NSW 2179, Australia

25th Jun 2026

Approximately 1.5-2 m3 of soil/dirt I can assist with a bob cat if you come today

Load soil on truck

$300

Austral, New South Wales

2nd Jun 2026

- Require soil to be loaded on a tri axl semi (or 8 wheeler). -Looks to be 30/40 m3. Note there is building materials such as brick and concrete mixed in the soil. - Only requires machine + operator to load onto truck, not disposal.

Manual labor

$30

Liverpool NSW 2170, Australia

9th May 2026

Need to move garden soil from front to back lawn. Other various garden related jobs. $30 per hr

Nicholas was great and hard working

Fill a large sandpit

$200

Hinchinbrook NSW, Australia

8th May 2026

1 tonne of loose sand will be delivered. Need someone to shovel into wheelbarrow and transport approximately 10 metres to sandpit at childcare centre

Move 3 tonne of recycled soil

$10

Leppington NSW, Australia

2nd May 2026

I have hovel and wheelbarrow.

Amazing worker. Needed no supervision, just got the job done and quickly too! Will definitely engage him again