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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in Geelong

Andrew was great, did the job no problem and good communication. Maybe a bit over committed though as wasn't able to come the day originally agreed.

Move our wood pile from back yard to front yard. Can use our trailer.

$150

Awesome worker, did everything he was told well

Push barrows of concrete

$200

Leo was great, we made the right choice choosing him for the job! Worked hard and was able to help us out last minute. Highly recommend!!

Dig a 3ft hole in hard soil

$200

Turned up on time, helpful and hard working. Thanks!

Move soil from driveway into yard with wheelbarrow.

$200

Great work, fast and efficient

Move soil from one end of garden to the other

$350

What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor in Geelong

$120 - $263

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$120

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$150

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$263

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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 in Geelong

Moving soil

$200

Torquay VIC 3228, Australia

21st Sep 2026

We have about 6m3 of soil to move from our backyard driveway to our front garden (about 50m between). We have shovels and a wheelbarrow but feel free to bring your own equipment if needed. Plenty of room for small machinery if you have it. Preferrably done before or over this weekend (27th September).

Move crushed rock

$200

Newtown VIC 3220, Australia

15th Sep 2026

I have 2 cubic metres of crushed rock which needs to be barrowed and laid up the side of the house - pic below of the side, weedmat is being laid today. I have wheelbarrow and shovel on site. Thanks so much

Punctual, great communication and fantastic work!

Draw crushed rock to back garden

$100

Armstrong Creek VIC 3217, Australia

12th Sep 2026

Need help to draw a load of crushed rock from front garden to back. Wheelbarrow and shovel supplied. The builder will install the hot water unit on Tuesday which means we lose access to the right side and I still need to finish some retaining walls in the back so I've run of time. Appreciate any help.

Moving out old gravel and moving in new gravel beside a house.

$600

Newtown VIC 3220, Australia

9th Sep 2026

The task is to shovel fine gravel into a wheel barrow and move it to a trailer, wheel it up a ramp and tip in in the trailer. There would be 2 trailer loads. The trailer is then driven from Newtown to Highton, and wheel barrowed and dumper in the back yard. Wheelbarrow distances are all 30M. I would pay $40.00 per hour and I estimate the job wouold take 12 hours. I would pay an extra $120.00 if you could provide your own trailer. Weekend work is not a problem

Wyatt was keen to get the job done as I wanted it.

Need help moving some dirt around

$200

Torquay VIC 3228, Australia

26th Aug 2026

Have some top soil to spread across garden beds and lawn. Just did my back so need an extra set of hands. I’ll be working alongside you but need someone to do the grunt work.

Relocate, 10 x rocks (approx 100kg each). Approx 30km. Clear access

$250

Grovedale VIC 3216, Australia

24th Aug 2026

Relocate 10 x heavy rocks (approx 100kg each), approximately 30kms. They need lifting and transporting. Clear access Price negotiable

Load rubbish into trailer and shovel off driveway

$100

Ocean Grove VIC 3226, Australia

23rd Aug 2026

Load rubbish into trailer provided and shovel off driveway dirt

Firewood stacking

$45

Thomson VIC 3219, Australia

17th Aug 2026

Needing someone to stack and move Firewood. The block is flat and easy to navigate. Approximately two hours worth of work. Price is per hour.

Bobcat to level rear yard and scrape / level front yard 2-3 hours

$350

Lara VIC 3212, Australia

14th Aug 2026

Bobcat needed to Level crushed rock that is in the rear yard. Scrape and level nature strip and front yard. 8m frontage. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: No

Very professional work. Highly recommend!

Shovel soil into garden beds, pressure wash driveway

$200

Herne Hill VIC 3218, Australia

28th Jul 2026

Remove remaining soil from driveway into garden. Pressure wash driveway where the soil was. Pressure washer needs to be supplied by the person completing the job

Paul was quick to respond and came within an hour. Job was done efficiently and looks really good. Would hire again

Bobcat required to move crushed rock to rear yard

$300

Lara VIC 3212, Australia

21st Jul 2026

Require someone with a bobcat to move some crushed rock to the rear yard.Roughly 2-3 hours of work. Scraping of front yard 80mm balso.

Tall Boy and Garden Barrels Moved

$50

Ocean Grove VIC 3226, Australia

28th Jun 2026

Hi there, We have four half wine barrels (filled with soil) moved from the backyard to the front drive (access via back gate) and a tall boy moved from the garage to a bedroom within our house. 4 x half wine barrels 71cm across at the widest point 1 x tall boy 110cm L x 49cm D x 121cm H With the right muscle and trolley it should be a quick job. My partner is here to help.

Thanks for helping us move heavy and awkward furniture, Stefan - pure professional!

Move 14m3 of washed sand from piles into a Gaga pit next to the piles.

$300

Queenscliff VIC, Australia

15th Jun 2026

14m3 of sand needs to be moved into the school Gaga pit from 3 piles just outside the pit. Unfortunately, the truck couldn't dump it in directly. Ideal for someone with a bobcat. With a bob cat this would probably take less than 2 hours, possibly even 1. The picture shows 1 pile of sand, but there will be 2 more delivered tomorrow. We'd love this to be done this week if possible.

~4-5m of soil wheelbarrowed down the side of house and levelled out.

$150

Torquay VIC 3228, Australia

15th Jun 2026

Wheel barrow soil down the side, rake out. No tools needed

Shovel rock

$150

Torquay VIC 3228, Australia

15th Jun 2026

Moving 2m of rock down the side of the house

Sam was great with communication and did an amazing job

Move garden soil

$250

Waurn Ponds VIC, Australia

21st May 2026

Moving soil into raised garden bed Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 150m²-300m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Bobcat and driver

$200

St Leonards VIC, Australia

19th May 2026

I need a bobcat to help smooth and remove dirt from backyard

Spread 3m³ Basalt Pebbles (30-60mm) in Garden Beds – Lara VIC

$10

Lara VIC 3212, Australia

11th May 2026

Shovel/wheelbarrow basalt pebbles (30-60mm) from the drop-off point (nature strip) Spread evenly into two garden beds: Front bed: ~16m², target depth ~100mm Side bed: Narrow strip, 40m long × 250mm wide × 100-150mm deep Rake level and tidy up edges. Only Sun 17 May 🛠️ Tools You'll Need: Wheelbarrow Shovel Garden rake Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Great guy, thanks mate!

Landscaping

$100

Bannockburn VIC, Australia

4th Apr 2026

2 cubic metres of crushed rock moved Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: No

Fantastic experience with Will. I hired him to move and spread crushed rock; the job was completed in record time and the finish was incredibly neat. Highly recommended for efficient, high-quality landscaping.

Move some river pebbles/rocks to front garden

$250

Lara VIC 3212, Australia

30th Mar 2026

I have a pile (1 1/2 mtrs) of river rocks that need to be moved into my front garden - just from nature strip to garden, only a few meters - need to lay down some weed mat for the rocks to go onto as well

Gokul did a great job, took him a couple hours of pretty backbreaking work, he powered on like a machine !