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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in West Brisbane
Arrived on very short notice and did job in much less time than expected. Even our hired machinery operators were impressed. Will definitely use again.
Digging up gravel
$300
Awesome job can’t thank Craig enough. Thank you 😊 highly recommend to everyone
Garden Mulch Moving and Spreading 3 Cubic Meters
$300
Great job showed up on time and got stuck in.
Help laying Turf @ The Gap urgent
$110
Justin worked quickly and without complaint on a very heat job on a hot day. I would recommend him for any job he undertakes
Move rocks to the adjacent garden
$150
Awesome good service
Gurney decks driveway and pathway
$200
What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor in West Brisbane
$130 - $300
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$130
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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
Move rocks by hand from backyard to side of house
$300
Brisbane QLD 4069, Australia
16th Oct 2026
I need someone to move rocks by hand from the backyard and throw them down onto the ground beside the house.Also have car to take them to the dump
Conor was easygoing, reliable and responsible in his work. I would definitely recommend him.
Move stones to backyard
$150
St Lucia QLD 4067, Australia
14th Oct 2026
Hi , Looking for someone to move 1 cubic metre of decorative stone from my driveway to the backyard and into garden bed . It is down some stairs - as pictured so will need to be by buckets . Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Move 2m road base
$200
Mitchelton QLD 4053, Australia
12th Oct 2026
Move 2m road base max distance 20m and getting closer to the pile with each load.
Wheelbarrow and spread 6m3 turf underlay soil
$250
Ferny Grove QLD 4055, Australia
9th Oct 2026
Wheelbarrow 6m3 turf underlay soil to the backyark backyard and spread evenly in preparation for turf. Its a flat clear pathway. 30m to 40m between front and back. Soil will be dropped between 12 and 1pm Sunday 11th Oct. Would like it moved ASAP. I can provide a wheelbarrow, shovel and a metal and plastic rake. If you have a spreader rake that's a bonus.
Bob wheelbarrow 6m3 worth of soil for me to the backyard in quick time. He took care not to make a mess and spread it out nicely. Great work!
Top Soil existing lawn
$300
Upper Kedron QLD 4055, Australia
3rd Oct 2026
Spread top soil (2 cubic mtrs) over existing lawn; approx 220 sq mtrs; flat area (160 sq mtrs back and 60 sq mtrs front). See photos. I will supply top soil; you have to have a wheel barrow and rake/spreader. Note - have to wheel barrow the soil from the front to the back lawn. Type of gardening: Lawn - spread top soil Size of lawn: approx 220m² Price negotiable based on hourly rate
Shovel and remove landscaping rocks
$350
Jamboree Heights QLD 4074, Australia
27th Sep 2026
We need help shovelling and removing old landscaping rocks and soil at the bottom of our back yard.
Move Timber piles
$100
Bellbowrie QLD 4070, Australia
25th Sep 2026
Move these two piles of timber and other things 50 meters to a new location and stack them.
He was fantastic, great to deal with and did an excellent job will hire again!
Move 3.5 m3 of soil from driveway to backyard with a wheelbarrow.
$450
Mitchelton QLD 4053, Australia
24th Sep 2026
We are looking for someone to move 3.5 m3 of soil from the front driveway to the backyard (slight downwards slop) using a wheelbarrow (provided). Drop points are between approximately 10 - 40 metres away. Open to single tasker or pair. Task preferably between Sunday 27th and October 1st.
Maria was friendly and prompt and got the job done really well. Recommended!
Move lots of 20kg bags of Gravel and Mulch to back yard
$200
Chapel Hill QLD 4069, Australia
17th Sep 2026
Need one or two fit men to move 54 x 20kg bags of gravel and 7 x bags of mulch to rear yard approx. 20m and 8 stairs to travel. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Jim was excellent to deal with - on time, friendly and completed the task quickly and just as we wanted it :)
Help us move a bunch of soil
$120
Seventeen Mile Rocks QLD 4073, Australia
16th Sep 2026
We got 5m3 soil delivered and need to move it to the backyard. It's a bit of a slope and has steps so the wheelbarrow will need to navigate up a couple of ramps. We need a strong human or 2 to help us so it doesn't take all weekend! (The picture also includes 2m3 of mulch that doesn't have to travel very far so ignore that!) Happy to negotiate on price depending on # people, time etc.
William was hard working and really lovely. 100% recommend him.
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!
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.
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.
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!









