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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in West Brisbane

Simon has gone above and beyond to complete our yard work to an excellent standard. I would confidently rebook him for any future jobs and will refer him to anyone looking for landscaping.

Move soil from front to back garden

$200

Wayne turned up as promised and completed the work in a timely manner. He was a dependable, no fuss worker and can recommend him for similair tasks

Labourer to move soil...

$220

Awesome good service

Gurney decks driveway and pathway

$200

Excellent workmanship. Friendly, polite and left the site very tidy.

Soil moved into courtyard garden beds

$150

Arrived on time, very punctual, and extremely hard working. Completed the total task. Will call him back anytime for any further work. Well done, James. Thank you

Labourer to move 2 m soil / stones approx. 10 m an

$160

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

$135 - $300

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$135

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$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 West Brisbane

Shovel small rocks into ute

$100

Sherwood QLD 4075, Australia

21st Aug 2026

We have a garden bed with small rocks. Need the rocks shovelled into our Ute.

I need a 3m3 deco gravel delivery to be moved. Wheelbarrow on site

$160

Northwest Inner Brisbane QLD, Australia

16th Aug 2026

I need a 3m3 delivery of fine gravel moved into a garden. Have wheelbarrows and shovels.

Legend. Thanks Jackson

Top soil and garden bed prep

$350

Sherwood QLD 4075, Australia

15th Aug 2026

Looking for someone to top soil our backyard. It’s only approx 10x10m so a cube of top soil would be great. Will need to wheel barrow to the material down the side of the house and spread. Also would love a garden bed prepped with half a cube of soil. Removing weeds and putting down some new soil. Price offered is for labour - will add the cost of top soil and soil. Please quote your material as well.

Martin was great. Super helpful with suggestions for my lawn without being overpowering at all. With a landscaping background he needed little instruction to know what to do and result I wanted. Got on with the job efficiently and cleaned up after himself. Definitely recommend.

Move 1 tonne of soil to the back yard

$120

Graceville QLD 4075, Australia

30th Jul 2026

I need this soil to be popped into the backyard. If you have a wheel barrow that would be good, or its buckets. Not sure how many loads there would be on that bag. Need it to be done before Sunday if possible. Could take one person to 2.

Harry was fantastic! He arrived right on time and kept me updated with several messages beforehand, so I knew exactly when to expect him. He also checked what equipment was needed before arriving and worked incredibly hard helping me move a tonne of soil into the backyard. Harry was reliable, helpful and easy to communicate with. I would absolutely ask him to help me again and highly recommend him.

Soil delivered and moved into garden bed

$18

Ferny Grove QLD 4055, Australia

24th Jul 2026

Need good quality soil (2 tonne) for a garden bed, that is good for plants, delivered and put into place please. We do have a step driveway, but access to the front yard is 1.5 wide. Ideally a wednesday, friday or weekend. Inviting quotes

Move top soil from my driveway to a location in my back yard

$250

Chapel Hill QLD 4069, Australia

14th Jul 2026

Move a pile of top soil from my driveway to my backyard to backfill an area that was recently retained. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Jim worked tirelessly and made what appeared lite work of a job that had become too big for me. I would highly recommend Jim to anyone who needs a hand in their yard. Thank you, Jim!

Moving 3 cubic meter of garden soil down 1 level.

$650

St Lucia QLD, Australia

12th Jul 2026

I have a few elevated garden bed that need to be filled with 3 cubic meter of garden soil. need someone to order the soil and move them to the garden bed through side stair access (1 level) The quote is for labour only. I will pay separately for the soil.

very fast and reliable!

Move topsoil up two steps and fill up a garden retaining wall bed

$100

Brisbane QLD 4069, Australia

11th Jul 2026

I have a full trailer load of top soil (approx .65 cubic metre). I want the soil moved up two outside steps with a wheelbarrow and then shovelled into a garden bed that is 1m above ground. I have two shovels and a wheelbarrow but whoever does the job needs a couple of planks to get the wheelbarrow up the outside steps.

Tyson did a great job and came when he said he would.

Labourer to move rocks and soil

$200

Sinnamon Park QLD, Australia

11th Jul 2026

I need a labourer Sunday 12 July (tomorrow) to move some soil and rocks from the back yard to the from yard. I am having an excavator on site to break up a small rock border and level part on the garden. I estimate this will take 3 hours. Wheelbarrow, shovel supplied. I do not have a start time yet, but I think it will be around 10am start.

Patrick is a solid worker. Good job and highly recommended.

Move dirt to your the back garden

$80

Westlake QLD 4074, Australia

8th Jul 2026

Using wheel burrow to move a pile of dirt from front garden to back garden Approximately 15wheel burrow loads . Distance approximately 100 metres

Jamie was amazing, humble and hardworking strong dedicated worker. He was efficient and nd thorough and left the place very tidy

Labourer for garden work

$220

Upper Kedron QLD 4055, Australia

7th Jul 2026

Using wheel barrow to move drainage gravel (1.5cubic meters and top soil (2.5 cubic meters) from front to back yard (about 20 meters). Will need you for about 6 hours.

Bryce was an excellent hire. Really helpful. Gave some good landscaping tips. Hard worker. Will definitely hire again.

Need 40 cubic meters of soil

$2,500

Kenmore QLD 4069, Australia

7th Jul 2026

I need someone to help level the back of my yard. Job includes: * Supply and deliver approximately 40 cubic metres of soil/fill * Move the soil to the back yard * Spread and level it so the ground is the same level Please include labour, soil, delivery, and any machine/equipment cost in your offer.

Help load firewood onto a trailer/truck so it can be moved

$200

Upper Brookfield QLD 4069, Australia

5th Jul 2026

We are moving house and would like to transfer a reasonable amount of chopped firewood onto a trailer/truck to take to the new house in Maleny - only loading is required at this stage.

Needed firewood and furniture loaded into a truck so that we could move it to a new house. On time, speedy and entertaining. Couldn't ask for more.

Bob cat/posi track wet hire

$400

Kenmore Hills QLD 4069, Australia

2nd Jul 2026

1. Need to scrape, spread and level the soil in the yard. Preparing the yard for laying turf. 3 areas needs to be worked on, west & east side yard and back yard. 2. Move about 8 cubic metres of sand from front yard to back yard. Please refer to photos. Please send quote and questions.

Bobcat operator – remove bricks, concrete rubble and level backyard

$1,000

Bellbowrie QLD 4070, Australia

20th Jun 2026

Description Looking for an experienced Bobcat/skid steer operator to clean up and level a backyard area around a swimming pool. Requirements: Maximum machine height clearance 2.2m Prefer Bobcat/skid steer with suitable bucket attachment Remove and load all loose bricks, concrete rubble, rocks and debris shown in photos Dispose of all waste off-site Roughly level the ground using existing soil Leave site tidy and ready for landscaping Access & Site Notes: Backyard access available Height clearance is approximately 2.2m Pool, pool fence and surrounding structures must be protected Photos attached showing current condition Please include disposal/tip fees in your quote

Back fill a trench in backyard.

$100

The Gap QLD, Australia

10th Jun 2026

20m x 100mm back yard trench. Shovels / Equipment here.

Bob did a great job!! Very efficient. Thank you

Move fill from front yard to back yard

$350

The Gap QLD 4061, Australia

1st Jun 2026

15m3 to be moved from front yard down small walkway to back yard. Most probably need a mini kanga. Gate width is 1.2m

Daniel has been very professional, communicated brilliantly and dealt with the weather work arounds. Thanks Daniel

Move crusher dust from front lawn to fill shed base in backyard

$250

Jindalee QLD, Australia

9th May 2026

I have 2.5t of Crusher Dust on front lawn and I need to move this up the backyard to fill a space I have created for a shed base

Turned up fast, worked non stop until job was done and did it with a smile and great attitude. Would definitely hire again

Earthworks: Operator with Skid Steer & Spreader Bar to level ground

$350

Enoggera QLD, Australia

7th May 2026

Operator with Skid Steer & Spreader Bar needed tomorrow morning to level back yard and smooth ground in preparation for turf to be laid at noon. Best suit a smaller machine. Area to be smoothed and levelled is approximately 12m x 10m.

Chris was punctual, professional and highly effective on his machine. He was also extremely helpful, and super-easy to work with. Great Tasker!

Transport - wheelbarrow garden soil to various spots around the house

$150

Chapel Hill QLD, Australia

24th Apr 2026

Transport - wheelbarrow garden soil 3 cu m - to specific spots around the house. Garden soil at location.

I recommend Nathan highly for the services rendered. He was kind, courteous n worked enthusiastically to finish the job as expected. I wish him well.