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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in West Melbourne

Thanks Matt

Clear block of land to build

$300

Fast, friendly and efficient. Highly recommend!

Clay/soil removed

$50

Rodd was super helpful and did the job efficiently!

Dirt/Clay removal

$100

Couldn't be happier with the quality service. The job I had was rather short notice but was dealt with quickly and professionally. I highly recommend Oscar and his crew, if anyone needs assistance with site clean up these are you guys.

I need soil removal

$350

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

$121 - $349

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$121

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$230

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$349

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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 Melbourne

Concrete slab

$1,000

Point Cook VIC, Australia

23rd May 2025

Need concrete slab in my backyard under the gazebo. Approx size is 4x5 meters. Above the ground no digging required. We have clear access to backyard.

I have 4 Bags of soil excavated from my house sides.

$75

Truganina VIC 3029, Australia

21st May 2025

I excavated 4 bags of soil from the sides of my house. I want it to be thrown away somewhere. Quantity is not so much that i can hire a bin.

Dingo and operator hire

$250

Hoppers Crossing VIC, Australia

19th May 2025

Shift pebels from one garden bed to another and level ground 3.5m x 1.5m garden bed

Excellent service by omar and team, highly reccomend.

2m3 of soil need wheel borrowed

$100

Mambourin VIC, Australia

17th May 2025

Have got 2m3 of dirt I need wheel borrowed from back yard front drive way into trailer Approx 30m from pike to trailer

Wheelbarrow hand

$100

Taylors Lakes VIC 3038, Australia

15th May 2025

2x Wheelbarrow labourer to distribute soil around slab. Bobcat will load up wheelbarrow. Work will be on slab. Approximately a 3-4 hour job

Spread Crush Rock

$100

Yarraville VIC, Australia

13th May 2025

Spread crushed rock around site (2m3). BYO Wheelbarrow, Shovel & Rake Please allow for up to 4 hours labour. Friday morning

Driveway dirt & concrete removal. 30mx4m. Bobcat/Dingo/Kanga req

$500

Werribee VIC, Australia

9th May 2025

Clear existing concrete and top layer dirt from driveway ready for new gravel. 30m x 4m Dumping into skip provided. Help spread 6m3 crushed rock Bobcat/Kanga/Dingo required.

Labourer on a wheelbarrow

$5

Taylors Ward VIC, Australia

4th May 2025

Looking for someone to help push some wheelbarrows tomorrow. I’m excavating some soil and then needing to lay some crushed rocks. Also help sorting good and bad pavers

Move 2.5m of dirt

$200

Tarneit VIC, Australia

25th Apr 2025

Need 2.5 square meters of dirt moved from the front yard into planter boxes in the backyard

Need move and speard lawn soil to backyard from the front driveway

$300

Manor Lakes VIC, Australia

17th Apr 2025

By backyard having 2 parts and sizes are below. 1. 14 Meters × 6 Meters 2. 20 Meters × 1.3 Meters My backyard soil has been removed and leveled already. Now need to lay new grass which requires soil to spread across my backyard. Lawn soil will be round 8 cubic meters which needs to move from house front driveway to backyard.Backyard should be same levels for the above mentioned dimensions. Please note, currently retaining wall construction going on and it will be done in 3 days.

Move pile of concrete to backyard.

$100

Tarneit VIC, Australia

16th Apr 2025

Pile of concrete at front of house. Need it moved to backyard. I don’t have the equipment to do it myself.

Help move soil and crushed rock

$500

Sunshine North VIC 3020, Australia

5th Apr 2025

1.5 Mets of crushed rock and 1 meter of soil to be moved down to a retained area Dolly and bins provided

Spread crashed rock around slub need some one with a wheelbarrow

$200

Rockbank VIC 3335, Australia

4th Apr 2025

I have crashed rock on the driveway I need it around the house I will be working I need an extra hand.

Shavel dirt

$40

Truganina VIC 3029, Australia

1st Apr 2025

I need the dirt in the picture shaveled in my ute. My ute will be very close with a meter where the dirt is. Still abit soft wouldn't be no more then 2 hours work. Just under 1 cubic meter Very easy work quick money. Either can come 6.30pm wensday the 2nd or early morning Thursday the 3rd

Move 1 tonne firewood 20 metres

$5

Newport VIC, Australia

26th Mar 2025

Need to move a tonne of delivered firewood from back gate 20 metres to inside of property. No wheel barrow supplied. Maybe a 30-45’ job at most

Great job done, recommend

Move 4m of soil

$300

Williamstown VIC 3016, Australia

24th Mar 2025

Need to move 4m of soil from front to back of house and level back yard. There is side access down gate 1m wide x 1.8 high

Jacob was great.

Soil to be filled in garden beds

$100

Tarneit VIC 3029, Australia

20th Mar 2025

2-3 cubic meters of garden soil to be filled in color bond garden beds on side of house. Approx distance 15 meters. Easier to be done by buckets or small wheelbarrow. Soil will be delivered on Monday morning

Very punctual and hard-working

Move pebbles to backyard

$150

Eynesbury VIC, Australia

19th Mar 2025

Move pebbles 1.2 cubic meter roughly to backyard which is approx 20-30 meters. We will supply wheelbarrow and a shovel.

Extremely happy with the work done. Very quick ! Will definitely be using again !

Concreting plain and expose aggregate

$3,000

Truganina VIC, Australia

19th Mar 2025

Concreting pathway and backyard around 50-55sq

Tarneit - Man on shovel and wheelborrow

$100

Tarneit VIC 3029, Australia

15th Mar 2025

Move 2 cubes of soil and 1 cube of crushed rock from front yard to back yard tomorrow.