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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews

Great bloke , on time and neat work

Move/wheelbarrow 3 cubic m of Sandy loam from dr wy to bkyard

$80

Very responsive from the start to the end. Arrived on time & completed our job as required. Would highly recommend & use Mohammed again.

Move a pile of dirt/mulch about 5 metres away via a slight incline.

$200

Fantastic. Did a great job. Will hire again.

Move Rubbish to skip bin

$110

Legend, did a great job. Would use again.

Labouring Work - Digging, Wheelbarrowing, moving rubble

$50

Very quick. Worked hard.

Gardening, help shovel one cube of dirt and gravel sand.

$100

Marcus was an absolute professional. He came on time..communicated well and take pride in his work. Would definately use him again.

Need to spread 5 cubic MTS of crushed rock in the backyard

$5

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.

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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

Labour: Take 1 Ute of rubbish and level soil/spread crushed rock

$300

Ballan VIC, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Labour: Take 1 Ute of rubbish and level soil/spread crushed rock 10sqm beside house

Move a pile of clay and dirt

$150

Cupania QLD 4208, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Got a pile of dirt and clay from digging an in ground trampoline. We have a wheel barrow and shovels just need it moved from the back of the house to the front and taken to the tip

Moving large rock within the garden

$50

Cape Woolamai VIC, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Rock size 90 x 400 x 400cms. Repositioning it so moving it about 20 metres within front garden. Needs to be mechanically moved Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Bobcat work

$300

Doveton VIC 3177, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Bobcat or digger required to load 3-4 buckets of bricks & concrete onto my tipper . I will dispose of it . Just need someone to load the material. Thanks

Move soil from front yard to backyard

$200

Forster NSW, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Soil moved from front yard to back yard

Need to spread some mulch around house excavator job or wheel barrow

$250

Endeavour Hills VIC, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Need to move about 10 cubes of mulch spread around the house

Move 4 garden beds

$100

Roxburgh Park VIC, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Move 4 heavy garden beds from front yard to back yard and over dog fence

Moving landscaping pebbles, bark, sand

$200

Warrnambool VIC 3280, Australia

5th Jun 2026

Moving small pebble into backyard, approx 2m3

Need one person to move dirt and rock in our wheel barrow.

$50

Seven Hills, New South Wales

5th Jun 2026

Need one person to move dirt and rock in our wheel barrow from the front yard to the back yard as part of our landscaping project. Need to be fit and able to push a wheel barrow with rock and bark in it. Also to help with general landscaping tasks. Ideally six to eight hours on Saturday. $50 per hour.

Great work, very friendly and hard worker

Moving concrete in wheelbarrow

$300

Corrimal NSW, Australia

5th Jun 2026

Moving large blocks of concrete from our backyard to our front yard in a wheelbarrow

Amazing work. He was a massive help today.

Crusher Dust Screeding

$150

Diamond Beach NSW, Australia

2nd Jun 2026

Hello! We have a holiday van/anex at Diamond Beach holiday park. We have a big pile of crusher dust that needs to be leveled (screeting) over single car port and van entry. Wont take long. Need this done and level before we put down artifical turf over the crusher dust.

The man is a legend!

Move soil and crushed rock from front yard to backyard

$40

Gladstone Park VIC, Australia

1st Jun 2026

Move 4 cube of soil to skip out the front and move 4 cube of crushed rock from front yard to back yard. Easy wheel barrow access, i will be on site so i can load barrows with excavator already on site. About 6 hours work 40$ p/h This job is only for tomorrow so availability on 2/6 is a must and the only day needed.

Christian was great arrived on time, worked hard and was a great guy to work with. Would hire again. Thanks mate 👌

Move and stack firewood into backyard shed

$150

Caringbah South NSW, Australia

29th May 2026

I'm looking for someone to move approximately 1.5 cubic metres of firewood (approx 400-500kg) from the frontyard to the backyard shed. The wood needs to be neatly stacked in the shed so it’s easily accessible for regular use. Details: Approx 1 cubic metre of firewood Needs to be moved from front yard to backyard (standard suburban block) Shed is accessible, but minor uneven ground. Please stack the firewood neatly for easy access and airflow What you’ll need: Wheelbarrow or trolley (optional but will help) Gloves recommended Looking for someone reliable who can complete the job safely and efficiently. Flexible on timing, but ideally done in the next day or so.

Bailey was an absolute legend. He stacked a large amount of firewood efficiently and did a fantastic job from start to finish. He was great to deal with, worked hard, and went above and beyond what was asked. He even took the initiative to help with a few extra things without being prompted, which was greatly appreciated. Reliable, hardworking, and professional — I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Bailey to anyone and would happily hire him again.

Move 20kg sandbags with trolley from front of building into sandpit

$120

Perth, Western Australia

28th May 2026

I have 100 bags of 20kg of sand that I need moved from the front of the building to the back into a sandpit for kids. "We've got a trolley to carry the bags in. Bag and place in sand pit. Then do the same with 10 bags of mulch and spread into the garden beds. It should be a 2.5 hour job. I need some help with this task. The person is not doing this alone.

Amazing well done and efficient

Help needed to move sandstone mulch with a team on Tuesday

$300

Avalon Beach NSW, Australia

28th May 2026

Looking for a few people or a team to help me to move 6 cubes of sandstone mulch down to the bottom of a garden. Mulch will be dropped at top of driveway and must be carried in buckets to bottom of garden. Paying $38 p/h negotiable if you have a team you can direct

Adria was very helpful with moving sandstone

Shovel & Level Crushed Rock – Yarraville (Next Week)

$600

Yarraville VIC 3013, Australia

27th May 2026

Looking for someone to shovel and level crushed rock down the side of a residential house in Yarraville. (see image attached for location) The area is already prepped and ready to go Crushed rock is supplied on site Work involves shovelling and levelling only No compaction required Downside access along side of house Available next week (flexible with day) Must have own basic tools (shovel/rake/wheelbarrow) Experience with landscaping or site levelling preferred Must be able to work carefully around existing structures/fencing)

Bryce did a fantastic job and was great a communicating

Move gravel to side path

$150

Mitchell Park SA 5043, Australia

27th May 2026

Photos in a moment. Gravel needs to be taken from pile in driveway and some incorrectly put front path between pavers this week. The latter is still loose, not embedded. Will need wheelbarrow etc

Nathan was on time, equipped with necessary equipment and a good communicator . Very efficient and job done extremely well. Will definitely request him for further work and highly recommend.

Move very heavy rock from my car boot to house (about 15m)

$35

Abbotsford VIC, Australia

22nd May 2026

I have a landscaping rock in the boot of my car. It is very heavy, probably about 80-100kg and about 85x55x35cm. I just need it moved from my car to the back of my house although I will need some help, will likely need a lifting dolly big enough to hold the rock. Also need it removed from the car without any scratches or damage to the car. Will be a 2 person job or one person and I can help a little bit.

He did a really good job helping me lift a heavy rock. Super efficient and friendly

Shovel dirt in trailer and take away

$300

Travancore VIC, Australia

21st May 2026

Clean up dirt with shovel and take away. About 1 cube of old soil. Trailer access only

Great hard worker. Thank you

Labour mainly wheelbarrow work

$175

Helensvale QLD, Australia

19th May 2026

Moving dirt and mulch around the garden using owner supplied Wheelbarrow and shovel. Approx 4-5 hours depending on Pace.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Anthony was an absolute machine — tirelessly slogging through concrete and relentless jackhammering without complaint. Hard-working, reliable and an all-round top bloke who’s easy to get along with. I’d highly recommend him for any work you need done.✅