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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews
Zac is a super hard worker and is happy to go above and beyond to get the job done.
Remove clean fill
$400
Felix, and his team arrived on time and completed the work to an excellent standard. Fantastic job!
I need approximately 3.5m3 of soil removed from garden beds
$400
Peter was so flexible and easy to communicate with. He was punctual came with all the appropriate tools and also used his initiative to ask if there was anything else he needed or I needed to get the job done. He was super efficient and the quality of work and advice was amazing and much appreciated. Would definitely invest in his services again. 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼
Help shovelling dirt into garden beds
$169
Great outcome and thought about the job would look
Move rocks - labour required
$200
Excellent worker highly recommend
Move Blue Stone Pitchers
$500
Bart did a fabulous job, helping move soil and compost throughout our garden. Strong and fast. I wholeheartedly recommend him to everyone.
Help move a delivery of cow and compost around the garden
$100
What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor
$130 - $321
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Earth moving garden bed
$300
Baulkham Hills NSW, Australia
30th Apr 2026
I need some clean soil removed and the ground level. There was a garden bed where i got 2 trees removed and i would like to clean it up as its at the front of my house. Its not a large area probably less than 30 square metres. Soil to be removed or spread i don't mind. I can take tree roots away myself you can keep them in a pile at the front. With a small mini loader its probably an hours work
Move 8m3 of garden soil
$550
Surrey Hills VIC, Australia
30th Apr 2026
Move 8m3 of garden soil from driveway to back garden beds. Max distance (3m3) is 30m away. Remaining garden beds are progressively closer with the closest 10m from driveway. Soil is to be levelled in the garden beds at the end. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Bryce was awesome - did the task at short notice to a great standard
Move Firewood into woodshed
$300
Moe South VIC 3825, Australia
30th Apr 2026
Relisted due to time wasters Need my woodshed filled for winter Firewood split and in piles in paddock a few hundred metres from shed. Need it loaded and stacked in shed Wood shed is 8x1.7m and need 3 rows that would be about 1.2 deep so about 16m3 of wood to fill shed by my calcs Ideally supply own ute/trailer to move wood, may be able to supply trailer if needed Moe south
Move gravel and other bits
$30
Blaxland NSW, Australia
30th Apr 2026
Help me around the place Moving gravel Maybe fitting cladding A tidy up Random bits at a Reno Hourly rate
Soil removal
$300
Dunlop ACT, Australia
30th Apr 2026
I need rocks moved to the side while the soil near the footpath is removed half a meter in, levelled enough to make way for a retaining wall later on. It should only take 1 to 2hrs. Starting this Saturday or from Monday, ending the work by Friday.
Spread 3 piles of dirt around my block bobcat or small tractor needed
$350
Lilydale VIC 3140, Australia
30th Apr 2026
Spreading 3 piles of dirt around my block. Nothing to be taken away just moving around.
Labourer dirt removal
$100
Werribee VIC, Australia
30th Apr 2026
Shovel and wheelbarrow dirt into skip provided at site
Gardening - moving soil.
$125
Werribee VIC, Australia
30th Apr 2026
Moving soil - clean sandy loam soil. Not fill or rubble filled dirt. I will shovel it into a burrow and you will wheel it no more than 15-20m and dump it. And we keep going until as much of the soil as possible is moved. Want done today - ASAP. Location is Werribee. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
A great tasker - would use again.
Put the soil with a shovel in the orange bin next to it.
$40
South Ripley QLD 4306, Australia
27th Apr 2026
There is a pile of soil, as in the photos, that needs to be thrown into the bin with a shovel.
Good work, good effort.
Sand swept into paving
$80
Beecroft NSW, Australia
27th Apr 2026
Two hours sweeping sand into pavers
Efficient and polite ,
Spread soil & mulch from pile
$180
Bulleen VIC, Australia
26th Apr 2026
Spread 1 cu.m of soil & 3 cu.m of black mulch needs to be shovelled into barrows and placed on already placed soil as top up. Expect this task will be only 4 hours labour. Size of garden: 50m²-65m2 Has green waste bin: Yes
Bryce did an excellent job. He was thorough efficient.
Remove and move rocks , remove soil and level
$200
Pascoe Vale VIC 3044, Australia
26th Apr 2026
I have small section of rocks (~2m in diameter) which is kinda coming off, I need them to be removed and moved(roughly around 10ft away). Once the rocks are moved , remove excess soil and level to interlock next to it (move excess soil ~ 10ft away) Wheel barrow, shovel, garden folk will all be provided.
Anthony is an absolute legend. He suggested few additional things and cleaned up the place really well after the job was done. I am definitely going back to him to get more done, highly recommend.
Fill skip with volcanic rock from garden
$150
Sandringham VIC, Australia
25th Apr 2026
Fill in a hole with soil. Fill skip with garden rocks. Approx 3 hours work budgeted for.
Great help, would recommend highly
Stack wood
$150
Isabella Plains ACT, Australia
21st Apr 2026
I have approximately 2 tonne for firewood being delivered and I need it moved approximately 5 meters and stacked in location
Patrick turned up on time and completed the task quick and effective. Thank you
Move 10m³ soil from front to backyard (wheelbarrow)
$550
Donnybrook VIC 3064, Australia
18th Apr 2026
Need soil moved from front garden strip to backyard. Scope: Approx. 10 cubic meters of veggie soil Move from front yard to backyard garden beds Access via side path (see photos) Distance is moderate (front → backyard) Equipment Provided: Wheelbarrow and shovel provided Important: Job is labour-intensive (~150 wheelbarrow loads) Suitable for 1 person over 1.5 - 2 days No machinery access (narrow side path) Looking for someone reliable who can complete the job properly. Flexible with timing. Photos attached for reference.
Fantastic work! He moved soil quickly and efficiently, and the whole job was completed without any hassle. Super easy to deal with, arrived on time, and got everything done faster than expected. Really appreciate the effort—would definitely recommend and hire again!
2 hours shifting soil and blue steel
$80
Bexley NSW, Australia
16th Apr 2026
Need someone for 2 hours work helping me move soil and blue steel from my driveway to a couple of garden beds in my backyard. I’ll be working with you. I’ve got all the tools for the job but you may prefer your own shovel. Time is flexible.
Fantastic hard worker.
Wheel barrow concrete
$10
Aspendale Gardens VIC, Australia
15th Apr 2026
Need a hand wheel barrowing concrete, 10-15m flat push. Got another person on barrows too, 3.5m3 easy one for a Saturday morning
Turned up worked hard highly recommend thanks Ongo
5 cubic metres of soil moved from front yard to back yard
$350
Wynnum West QLD, Australia
14th Apr 2026
I have a new lawn I need to late. But first I need to fill the area with 5 cubic metres of under turf. The area is easily accessed down the side of the house (roughly 10m) and fairly flat.
Dylan was amazing. Go their on time, smashed the work out in the record time. Will work with him again.
Move dirt into fence line
$220
Oxenford QLD, Australia
12th Apr 2026
I have a pile of dirt from doing lawn renovations and need it moved along the fence line where the retaining wall is. I have the tools here
Absolutely the best work I have had done through this is, punctual and just got in and did a great job. I highly recommend.









