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Sam was amazing! 10/10 would get him back again!

Gardening / Dirt Moving

$300

Cristian did an excellent job. After a very poor experience with a previous gardener, it was a real relief to work with Cristian — it honestly felt like a blessing that he took on this job. He was punctual, well organised, easy to communicate with, and very reliable. Most importantly, the quality of his work was excellent. I’m extremely happy with the outcome and would confidently recommend him.

Help move and spread decorative stones into garden beds

$100

Steve was fantastic. Prompt and professional

Remove soil, rock

$200

Punctual and efficient

Stacking firewood

$125

very good very reliable

Moving sand

$150

Got the job done with all the tools needed and left everything clean and tidy

Moving and spreading of 6.5m2 of sand and bark

$300

What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor

$130 - $320

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$130

median

$200

high

$320

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Why hire an earthmover through Airtasker?

Moving large volumes of earth and rock is more than your regular spadework. It demands skill, savviness, and a heavy-duty kit — three things you can be certain about when you hire seasoned earthmovers on Airtasker.

Attempting to dig trenches, clear land, or even haul rubble by yourself can quickly turn into a mishap. You wouldn't want to be left with a botched job that could easily bring you to your knees in mud, construction delays, and hefty extra costs later down the line! Skip the headaches that come with flimsy DIYs and work with top-rated earthmoving contractors near you instead.

Simply post on Airtasker and quickly receive offers from expert earthmovers who can handle the heavy lifting without a hitch, from soil removal to large-scale excavation. Check past client reviews and compare quotes, so you can hire the perfect match — no cowboy builders, just proper professionals who know their onions.

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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

Move soil

$150

Hoppers Crossing VIC, Australia

16th Sep 2026

Move soil from backyard to front yard

Bobcat + operator needed Tomorrow - FRIDAY

$10

Douglas Park NSW 2569, Australia

16th Sep 2026

Bobcat and operator needed tomorrow (Friday) in Douglas Park. 7am-3pm. Scope: Spread road base Spread top soil Load site debris into skip bin Please provide your day rate

Need a landscaper to move 22m3 of freshly deliver topsoil

$700

Wanniassa ACT 2903, Australia

16th Sep 2026

I am getting 22m3 of sandy topsoil delivered to backfill my backyard (new retaining wall). I am looking for a landscaper with a the means (could even do it with wheelbarrows if you’re super keen!) to move this from my front yard to my backyard. This is only a 20meter trip from front to back but I really can’t do this 100+ times with a wheelbarrow.

Bobcat + operator + truck needed for 1 day - FRIDAY

$10

Douglas Park NSW 2569, Australia

16th Sep 2026

Bobcat and operator and truck ( for tip run) needed this Friday in Douglas Park. 8am-3pm. Scope- Spread road base Spread top soil Load site debris into truck Bring to tip (one tip run, I’ll cover the tip fee) Please provide your day rate

Sweep sand into sandpit

$200

Rhodes NSW 2138, Australia

16th Sep 2026

Need sand sweeped back into sandpit

Fast and efficient.

Bobcat driver to remove 10metres limestone wall and 60sqm pavings

$150

East Cannington WA 6107, Australia

16th Sep 2026

I am installing a swimming pool and need to remove this limestone wall. Need it done before October. Its about 8 metres long. We also have to remove pavings around 60sqm to make way for a shed.

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.

Sand moving from back to front skip

$120

Como WA 6152, Australia

14th Sep 2026

Just need someone to barrow about 10 barrows of sand from back to front and into skip. Probably at least a few hours work. Have the wheelbarrow and spade here so just need to show up.

Kuel is on time, efficient and great at what he does

Move dirt piles and weed garden beds

$300

Kalamunda WA 6076, Australia

13th Sep 2026

1. Move two dirt piles to carport area. 2 x 1cbm. Level surface and 10m away. Wheelbarrow and shovel provided. 2. Weed garden beds and driveway Expecting job to take up to 4 hours Time to start confirmed is strict as I have work schedules - please be on time. Budget is set - don’t ask to work an extra hour for more money. Dirt must be all moved primarily. Type of gardening: Weeding, Garden cleanup Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Excellent operator, equipped and thorough. Well worth it

Move soil from a pile of soil into skip

$150

Brisbane QLD 4007, Australia

11th Sep 2026

Need a 4 hours of labour to help move some soil into a skip. The mound is no more than 20 metre to the skip and is flat.

William was on time and reliable and completed task as required.

Help shovel and wheelbarrow sand

$250

City Beach WA 6015, Australia

11th Sep 2026

Help shovelling and wheelbarrow 5 cubic meters of sand from one pile into a yard less then 5m distance . 3 other people working just need another set of hands for 3 hrs labour

Great communications and also hard working thanks Juan

Move 5 m3 soil and mulch from kerb to backyard

$300

Riverstone NSW, Australia

10th Sep 2026

Job title: Move 5 m³ of soil & mulch from kerb to backyard – Riverstone I need someone to move approximately 5 m³ of landscaping material from the front/kerb of my property to the backyard in Riverstone NSW. Materials: * 2 m³ top-dressing soil * 1.5 m³ garden soil * 1.5 m³ pine bark mulch Access to the backyard is via the side of the house and includes around 7–8 steps, so a standard wheelbarrow may not be practical. Happy for you to use buckets, powered equipment, conveyor, mini loader where suitable, or another efficient method. The job is movement only — no spreading or landscaping required. The materials will be delivered and left at the front of the property. Please quote a fixed price for labour and any equipment required to move all 5 m³ to the backyard. Photos of the access can be provided. Flexible with date. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Cameron is an amazing guy, went above and beyond in completing the task, absolute joy to work with

Moving out old gravel and moving in new gravel beside a house.

$600

Newtown VIC 3220, Australia

9th Sep 2026

The task is to shovel fine gravel into a wheel barrow and move it to a trailer, wheel it up a ramp and tip in in the trailer. There would be 2 trailer loads. The trailer is then driven from Newtown to Highton, and wheel barrowed and dumper in the back yard. Wheelbarrow distances are all 30M. I would pay $40.00 per hour and I estimate the job wouold take 12 hours. I would pay an extra $120.00 if you could provide your own trailer. Weekend work is not a problem

Wyatt was keen to get the job done as I wanted it.

Moving dirt and rocks

$200

Balgowlah NSW 2093, Australia

8th Sep 2026

I need to move a pile of dirt and rocks from the front yard to the back. There are 3 steps to negotiate around the side and about 20m away. I estimate it will take 2 guys 1 day to do

Fantastic work. Thanks

Move 2 metres of garden soil

$200

Cleveland QLD, Australia

4th Sep 2026

Need 2m of soil cleared out of a garden bed and moved to directly to it in the adjacent garden bed. Clearing out one side of it be able to properly concrete in fence posts. See pictures. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Damian was awesome, great attention to detail and went the extra mile to make sure everything was done as we needed.

Shift approx 1m3 of soil from side of house

$200

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

4th Sep 2026

I need someone to remove about 8cm of soil from down the side of my house and a small portion of the backyard area into a waiting skip (with a ramp). The path is 10m x 0.8m and there is just a small portion left of the backyard (indicated). I estimate it's about 1 cubic metre of soil all up that's all that will fit in the skip, hence that's your limit. I've started the job but due to an injury, can't complete it. I would say it would take a more able bodied person than me about 2-3 hours. All tools, wheelbarrow etc provided. Would like the work done either this weekend, or on Monday.

Great attitude and fast heavy work. Would definitely use Riviera again.

Moving buckets of soil in garden - 40 p/h

$10

Pimpama QLD 4209, Australia

3rd Sep 2026

Shouldn’t take long as im assisting - help spread soil around garden. Asap pls

Awesome, knowledgeable and hardworking! Everything you need when needing assistance! Will definitely use again in the future thanks brother!

Garden Bed removed

$250

Pimpama QLD 4209, Australia

3rd Sep 2026

Remove soil and transfer into 5 pots. Remaining soil to be spread in the garden beds around the house. No more then 20 meters from the garden beds

Toe did a great job. Thank you.

Labourers to move soil

$60

Chatswood NSW 2067, Australia

1st Sep 2026

Need labourer(s) to remove 4-8sqm of gravel and soil and dump in a trailer next to the site. Depth of dig is 15cm. Slight Slope and reduced ground level needs to slope the same way at consistent depth of 15cm. Volume of soil is 0.6-1.2 CBM. Could be done by one or two persons. Have shovels and wheelbarrow so only labour needed. Budget is for 0.6CBM

Would recommend von and use him again. Hard worker and did exactly what was asked with no hassles.