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very good very reliable

Moving sand

$150

Punctual and efficient

Stacking firewood

$125

Steve was fantastic. Prompt and professional

Remove soil, rock

$200

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

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

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

Gardening / Dirt Moving

$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 fill to verge and spread soil ready for turf

$100

Elanora QLD 4221, Australia

5th Sep 2026

Need a small pile (approx 1/2m3) of fill moved approx 30m downhill to verge. Move trampoline to side and spread out soil

Labourer to Move Roadbase

$400

Stanmore NSW 2048, Australia

5th Sep 2026

I need a tonne of roadbase moved by shovel and bucket next Wednesday 8/9. The roadbase is in a bulk bag in my rear courtyard and is to be shovelled into a bucket then emptied 15m away.

Move dirt mound to the backyard

$170

Mosman NSW 2088, Australia

5th Sep 2026

I need 1 or 2 people to move this mound of dirt to the backyard (about 25m away) I have a shovel but you will need to bring those Bunnings containers to carry dirt. Should be about 20-30 return trips , would probably take less than 2 hours

Move dirt inbackyard

$200

Ballarat North VIC, Australia

5th Sep 2026

Need someone to move some dirt around 3-4hrs work Need it done today Will need bobcat or excavator

Help me renove some rubbish and soil

$150

Ivanhoe VIC 3079, Australia

5th Sep 2026

I have 2 wheelbarrows with some soil and rubbish, they are around half full

Mark was amazing! Even helped me clear some extra stuff I hadn't put in the ad. 10/ 10 reccomend

Back fill trench

$250

Marsden Park NSW 2765, Australia

5th Sep 2026

Need to back fill trench roughy 7 meters around 600mm deep bring your own tools

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

Shovel and spread sand

$20

Barden Ridge NSW 2234, Australia

4th Sep 2026

Shovel 1 ton of sand,spread and level on grass

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.

Disperse Soil

$130

Sippy Downs QLD 4556, Australia

29th Aug 2026

Move Aprox 1 cube of soils from front yard to back yard and spread evenly Wheel barrow and shovels provided just need you to move it about 20M

Yet another amazing job complete, couldn’t recommend them more

Move bags of dirt from front yard to backyard

$120

McKinnon VIC 3204, Australia

28th Aug 2026

Move bags of dirt from front yard to backyard

Awesome service. Very quick and great communication. Highly recommended

Move 1 cubic meter of soil through house to backyard

$250

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

26th Aug 2026

Soil will be delivered to footpath. I need someone to wheelbarrow it through the house to the backyard and clean up. Plus removal of two planks of wood.

Communication was very easy, Bryce was punctual , did a good job and cleaned up afterwards. I recommend for similar jobs - THanks Bryce

Plate Compactor

$150

Mitcham VIC 3132, Australia

25th Aug 2026

Need someone to compact crushed rock. Approximately 70sqm. I will level crushed rock prior to work. Just need someone to run over crushed rock with a plate compactor. Tasker needs to bring plate compactor.

Highly suggest. Great personality and attention to details

REMOVE SOIL BY SHOVEL (1.5M cubic)

$200

Mount Martha VIC 3934, Australia

25th Aug 2026

I have approx 6m x 3m area on the nature strip adjacent to my driveway crossover which I want leveled and soil transferred to my ute which I can park directly next so easy to simply shovel. You will see in the pic, there is some loose dark soil - that will be already gone for this job. The depth of soil ranges 3cm to 15cm so an average of approx 9cm - or circa 1.6M cubic to be hand dug and thrown on the ute. I am going to make this extra carparking. Need done by Saturday. Fit person, should do in couple of hours.

Great work - will rehire!

Move & stack 1 m firewood by front door

$150

Sherbrooke VIC 3789, Australia

24th Aug 2026

Have just received delivery of one cubic metre of good dry firewood. It’s under a tarp on the bitumen driveway. Needs to be moved 15 metres and stacked at front door of house today. Gentle downhill slope from pile to house, concrete path, wheelbarrow and 1-2 pairs of gloves available.

Safi was just great. Appeared quickly, communicated well, worked fast, job done, care taken, excellent result - thank you, would recommend ✅

Spread 1.5m³ of Pine Bark Mulch – Rosemeadow

$150

Rosemeadow NSW 2560, Australia

24th Aug 2026

I have approximately 1.5m³ of chunky pine bark mulch being delivered Monday afternoon. I need someone to spread it evenly over an existing side garden area. This area is already established and has existing mulch underneath. The job is to move the new pine bark around the area, spread it evenly and rake it out neatly around the existing trees and plants. Equipment supplied (if needed): - Wheelbarrow - Shovel - Rake - Blower vac for the final tidy-up The property is on a corner block with easy access from both sides of the house, making access to the garden bed very straightforward. You don't need to be a professional landscaper. I'm looking for someone reliable, physically capable and who will take pride in leaving the garden neat and tidy. I have photos showing the area and the finished result I'm looking to achieve. Mulch is supplied — you are providing the labour only. Location: Rosemeadow NSW 2560 Budget: $150 Timing: Flexible — must be completed sometime Tuesday through Friday this week, during daylight hours.

Turned up on time, geat communication went above and beyond working I the wet weather ! Will use again 100% for my next big job.

This arvo: Labour to move 1/2 metre soil and rocks.

$190

Mount Martha VIC 3934, Australia

23rd Aug 2026

this arvo - sunday today 23/8 job for fit and strong young person. Need a hat to move the soil and rocks about 10 m in a wheelbarrow which I have and transfer to garden bed. I've hurt my hand otherwise I do it myself so I just need labour for no more than two hours.

very punctual and helpful!

Shovel dirt

$150

Middle Cove NSW 2068, Australia

18th Aug 2026

Level and shovel approx area of 1m x 6m of the backyard Shovel provided !

Absolute pleasure having Tarkan work at my house. Highly recommend him for any big or small jobs. Thanks mate.