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Robert carried out all the elements of my task exactly as described with punctuality and professionalism.
General garden help
$250
Great communication, great job and good price.
Remove 12-15m3 of soil/sand
$400
Quick, efficient and easy communication. Job done well.
Remove dead foliage, debris, and excess dirt. Level soil.
$250
Excellent worker highly recommend
Move Blue Stone Pitchers
$500
Great communication, turned up quickly and worked at a cracking pace. Thanks Dean!
Shift 2 cubes of soil from front driveway to backyard.
$105
Duncan was great! Punctual, great communication and a hard worker. Would definitely recommend.
Garden labouring
$5
What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor
$135 - $343
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$135
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$210
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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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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
Move 1.75 cubic metres of soil
$150
Berwick VIC, Australia
3rd Jan 2026
Move soil from front to back yard. With garage access
Labor: Shoveling Dirt
$50
Ormeau QLD, Australia
3rd Jan 2026
Shovel and wheelbarrow top soil: Carting up a short slope to the back yard. 1qubic mtr
1.5hrs moving crushed rock to backyard. Required now
$150
Truganina VIC 3029, Australia
3rd Jan 2026
Approx 1.5m3 of crushed rock needs to be scooped up and wheelbarrowed to the back. Max 1.5hrs. Will not keep you longer than that. Required right now
Great work. On time and job completed succesfully
Move rocks
$200
Cranbourne VIC, Australia
2nd Jan 2026
Help move rocks, wheelbarrow available.
Genuine hard working bloke. Pays attention to detail. Definitely will have back again!
Remove and dispose of bricks and rocks
$1,700
Kareela NSW, Australia
2nd Jan 2026
Remove pile of bricks and rocks and dispose of. Will need to wheel barrow them from back of house to the front up the side passage.
Soil levelling
$10
Glenelg East SA, Australia
2nd Jan 2026
I’m after someone to remove soil from a garden bed and dump it in a skip bin on site. No soil needs to be taken away by the tasker. Will require someone with a decent level of fitness as digging/shovelling is required. Tools can be provided (shovel, pick and wheelbarrow), however bring what you want. **please quote your hourly rate.
Move Pebbles from Side of House to Front Yard
$100
Airport West VIC, Australia
2nd Jan 2026
Hi, I’m looking for someone to relocate all the pebbles from the side of my house to the front area. Details: • Pebbles are the top layer only (approx. 50–80mm deep) • Plastic weed mat underneath (no digging into soil required) • All pebbles along the entire side passage must be moved • Nothing to be left behind in the side area • Pebbles to be placed neatly in the front of the house (location will be shown) • No disposal required — relocation only • Access is clear and straightforward You will need: • Your own tools (shovel, wheelbarrow, etc.) • Ability to do manual labour Photos attached to show the area.
Sand moved to skip bin
$200
Mount Lawley WA, Australia
2nd Jan 2026
Hi I need the sand pictured moved to the skip bin please
Punctual and great communication. Would highly recommend. Thanks again
Bobcat 2-3 hours in a front yard
$500
Canberra ACT, Australia
2nd Jan 2026
2-3 hours in a front yard to remove old grass, photinia bush and old garden beds
Manual labour
$100
Stratton WA, Australia
2nd Jan 2026
I need sand dug up from the back yard and wheelbarrowed to the trailer in the front yard, we are levelling to prepare for new grass. With no side access the sand needs to be wheelbarrowed. The property is small so it’s not far to cart, digging and unloading will be the majority of the work
Put timber in trailer
$55
Belair SA 5052, Australia
1st Jan 2026
Move timber into trailer we will provide. You'll need a wheebarrow. Trailer about 10m away. Should take 30min not even depending your speed. Probably 10 barrows worth. Anther small pile with photo coming soon.
Good bloke very reliable
Move soil from front of house to back of house
$35
Basin Pocket QLD, Australia
25th Dec 2025
We are getting 4 m3 of soil delivered on 29 December between 8-9am. We need the soil moved from the front of the house to the back of the house and spread around to even the ground out to make garden beds. We have a wheel barrow and shovels. Can remove some pool fencing to make it easier to get in and out or happy to discuss the most efficient way with the right airtasker. Side access is all flat. Quotes welcomed. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Kamar was excellent, a hard worker and really easy to get along with. Would recommend!
Move 2 cubic meters of soil
$250
Ringwood VIC, Australia
24th Dec 2025
2 cubic meters of soil - moved from driveway down to back of property in garden beds, involving stairs (pictured) I’ll have the soil delivered between 8-12pm Bring your own wheel barrow
Peter was fantastic to work with - easy going, great communicator, and eye for detail. Thanks Peter
Move 6 sq metres of bark - driveway to backyard and spread
$250
Hastings VIC 3915, Australia
21st Dec 2025
Need to move 6 cubic metres of soft fall/play bark from driveway into the backyard and spread around Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Fantastic experience from start to finish. Jake was punctual, friendly, and very easy to communicate with. The job of covering my backyard with 6 sq metres of soft fall bark was done to a very high standard and next day after I posted the job. The area looks amazing and was left clean and tidy. I am extremely happy with the result and would happily recommend Jake to anyone looking for reliable, quality work.
Need someone to move and stack around 3m3 firewood into shed
$200
Lawson NSW 2783, Australia
20th Dec 2025
Move from driveway to shed and stacked in neatly
Great work very efficient and hard working
Moving 2mtrs gravel from front footpath to the back
$140
New Farm QLD 4005, Australia
18th Dec 2025
moving gravel Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: No
Very happy with the great help I received today. Cheerful and hard working.
Sand Removal
$200
South Guildford WA, Australia
18th Dec 2025
I’m looking for 1–2 reliable people to help remove sand and wheelbarrow it into a skip. The sand is already on site — this is manual labour only, no digging required. You’ll need to be physically fit and able to handle repetitive lifting and wheelbarrowing. Details: Task: Move sand into skip using a wheelbarrow Location: South Guildford Time required: Approx. 4 hours Date: flexible but skip being delivered sometime Monday the 22nd Dec- soooo after that please Tools: Wheelbarrow provided (please confirm if you have your own) Happy to answer any questions. Thanks!
Absolutely outstanding work — I couldn’t be happier. They worked incredibly hard shovelling and wheelbarrowing a large amount of sand. They were punctual, efficient, and had a great attitude from start to finish. I would 100% recommend them to anyone needing a reliable, strong, and hardworking Airtasker, and I wouldn’t hesitate to hire them again.
Clean the water meter box door of soil.
$38
Stafford QLD 4053, Australia
18th Dec 2025
A little soil remained on top of the water meter door after moving. The soil must be removed for easy access to the meter box. Just wipe the soil. No rubbish, no digging.
Fast and reliable service
Laborer needed tonight- to shovel these rocks into the gate area
$100
Windsor VIC, Australia
16th Dec 2025
Need done tonight asap Shovel these rocks into the gate area I have shovels I have wheel burrow Just need labour It’s about 1 hour work
Ben is a former athlete with a superior physical make up. Hence if you require work that is physically demanding he will be able to undertake it at twice the normal rate of a regular human. Top bloke, honest, hardworking and of admirable character.
Labourer to spread rocks
$200
Windsor VIC 3181, Australia
15th Dec 2025
Need to spread these rocks And also move some to another area nearby - with a wheel-burrow Hourly rate I have a shovel and a rake I don’t have a wheelbarrow Ideally you have a wheelbarrow
Sam worked for me performing garden labouring and moving furniture. Sam and his colleague Christian are the best Airtaskers I have hired over the 5 years of use. Clear communication, hard working, punctual, honest. The reviews Sam has here are genuine and all the reviews and stars are hard earned. Hiring the right person matters, I fully recommend Sam and Christian.