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"Peter was on time and got the job done quick. Would recommend him for any landscaping works."
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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in Inner South Melbourne
Very efficient and easy to deal with. Thanks very much.
Remove Small Amount of Soil
$60
Great guy. Nik was punctual and worked hard none stop . Completed the job . Highly recommended.
Move 6 cubic meters of top soil
$400
Absolutely brilliant! Beau was on time, worked extremely hard and nothing was a problem for him. Highly recommended.
Soil removed
$400
Quick and friendly.
Remove around 90kg of soil (it's in bags)
$100
Marcus was quick to communicate, turned up on time and did an excellent job.
Move rock to garden
$100
What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor in Inner South Melbourne
$129 - $320
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$129
median
$210
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$320
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4.94
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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.
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 in Inner South Melbourne
Move soil by wheelbarrow (1.25 cubic meters)
$80
Malvern VIC 3144, Australia
19th Aug 2026
Move soil from loading bay through lobby of apartment building by wheel barrow and shoveling directly into raised garden bed. Ground level. Approx 60 meters . I will provide barrow and spade and ground protection. Must be moved Friday morning even if raining
Help me move a heavy rock in my garden
$50
Mentone VIC 3194, Australia
17th Aug 2026
I’m trying to finish a rock border for my little garden bed. There’s a big rock there but it’s in the wrong spot. Way too big and heavy for me to move alone. Please help 😅 I don’t want to hurt my back. Doesn’t have far to move but definitely needs some muscle
Removal of soil from premises
$140
Melbourne VIC 3204, Australia
10th Aug 2026
We have mixed soil that needs to be removed. There are 2 separate piles, which will need to be wheelbarrowed out to a skip from the back. Please see 2 photos showing the separate piles and one photo showing a broader view of the larger pile. You will need to provide your own wheelbarrow & shovel with the skip being at the front of the premises. We are looking at doing this mid morning on Saturday. It should take 2 people 2 hours to complete this task.
Aidan's communication leading up to the day was excellent, he arrived on time, came well equipped for the task, was efficient, worked hard & got the job done in a timely manner. He also had some good advice on how to complete the task due to his experience. Would definitely recommend him.
Move dirt out of planter box
$250
Aspendale VIC 3195, Australia
25th Jul 2026
I need this old planter box emptied and the dirt moved into the other planter box alongside the pool- please see photos for details. I have a wheelbarrow you can use but my shovel is broken unfortunately. I’ll remove the glass section of pool fence for easy access.
Tham did a great job, would highly recommend!
Moving 1.5 metres of top soil
$100
Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia
25th Jul 2026
Moving soil onto garden beds
Friendly, helpful. Lovely guy
Remove soil
$350
Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia
18th Jul 2026
I need the soil removed and brought down to ground level. The area is about 5x3m and roughly 15cm high. There were trees and plants there previously. I would estimate around 2-3 square meters of soil. There is good access via the driveway to get machinery in there.
Prompt and efficient. Great job and highly recommend.
Laying crushed rock in my driveway
$250
Brighton East VIC 3187, Australia
13th Jul 2026
Spread and compact crushed rock in my driveway
Move top soil
$350
Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
11th Jul 2026
Need to move top soil from the front of the house to the rear.
Need someone 1-2 people asap to come give a hand moving rock
$80
Hampton VIC 3188, Australia
19th Jun 2026
Wheelbarrow rock to side of house
Spread and distribute rocks into and around new pavers
$150
Carrum VIC 3197, Australia
5th Jun 2026
Rocks will be delivered. Spread and distribute
Move soil into skip bin
$50
Glen Iris VIC, Australia
17th May 2026
Need soil moved from side of house into a 3 meter skip bin located near front of house. Shovel and wheelbarrow provided
Great job. Recommended
Spread pebbles ( backyard). Ormond
$250
Ormond VIC 3204, Australia
13th May 2026
Looking for a labourer with a wheelbarrow to help spread approximately 0.5 cubic metres of pebbles in the backyard around the garden beds. Pebbles will already be delivered and ready on site. Job involves moving and evenly spreading the pebbles around the garden areas. Please bring your own wheelbarrow and basic tools if needed. Location: Ormond Preferred date: This week Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Brian and Rory did a fantastic job spreading the pebbles in our backyard. They were very quick, had great communication throughout the whole process, and cleaned everything up nicely after the work was completed. Very hardworking, reliable, and easy to deal with. Great team to work with — highly recommend them!
Mini dingo/Kanga/bobcat to level the soil on my property
$20
Hughesdale VIC, Australia
12th May 2026
Level all the soil on the property. Area to level is approximately 350-400m2. This includes the frontyard and backyard
Back fill soil and rock around pool and gardens large job
$500
Glen Iris VIC 3145, Australia
12th May 2026
Truck in soil and rock to back fill gardens and lawn area
Moving soil from neighbours driveway to back/side of our house.
$200
Glen Iris VIC, Australia
1st May 2026
Moving approx 1.5 cubic metres of soil from neighbours driveway to the back/side of our house. Some will be barrowed, some will have to be bucketed as there are stairs. We have shovels and wheelbarrows. Need done asap.
Very efficient, helpful and quick. Would highly recommend.
Moving of soil into planter boxes and moving debris from front to back
$150
Glen Iris VIC, Australia
29th Apr 2026
Moving soil into planter boxes, most of this will need to be by bucket. Moving debris from front of house to back and putting into planter boxes.
Lovely man, very pleasant to work with.
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
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
Garden rock wheelbarrowed into yard
$150
Bentleigh VIC, Australia
27th Mar 2026
Need labour of garden rock wheelbarrowed into rear yard around 2 cubic meters Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Dylan is a great to deal With, professional and quick, a all round lovely fella
Garden work shovelling dirt into skip
$100
Brighton East VIC, Australia
26th Feb 2026
I need you to help me shovel dirt into a 2 m² skip. BYO shovel and large bucket or wheelbarrow. Basically just a labour job. Need it done today.
Zac was fantastic. Friendly, on time, and great communication throughout. He worked like an absolute machine for two hours straight moving dirt and heavy pavers without stopping. Genuine top bloke. Highly recommend.









