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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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"Excellent job, second time I have used Shane. Highly recommend. "
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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in South East Melbourne
If you ever need anything delivered or done Gary Z is the man that will do a great job. He is friendly, punctual, honest, reliable and a hard worker. Both me and my wife were extremely happy with the job that Gary did for us. Not only did he deliver 2 huge Agave Trees but he also helped us to put them in the ground as they each weigh about 100 kg each. We will definitely be using Gary again for all future jobs and we advise that you do so as well. Thank you Gary for your service. 11/10 stars from us.
Move 2 Agave trees
$70
Very nice man, good job
Move soil, stone and plants into BIN
$280
Excellent work! Thank you!
Remove garden soil
$120
Ergin was prompt and very professional in his work. I would highly recommend him for any labour work.
Move 5 cubic metres of soil
$150
Gave David a difficult task moving a mountain of clay and he completed it perfectly, even worked through the rain!
Wheelbarrow soil into skip bin through side gate..
$200
Michael was the best worker we have had yet. He was quick and on time. Did more than was expected of him. Was absolutely awesome and totally recommend. I will definitely continue to get him to do more jobs for us.
Need volcanic rocks moved
$200
What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor in South East Melbourne
$120 - $294
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$120
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$200
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$294
Average reviews for Earthmoving Contractors Services in South East Melbourne
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4.97
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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 South East Melbourne
Soil to be shoveled into garden then mixed in.
$100
Dandenong North VIC 3175, Australia
20th Aug 2026
Shovel soil into garden and then mixed in Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Move soil from nature strip to backyard
$150
Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia
6th Aug 2026
Move6.5 tonnes of soil from nature strip to back yard and fill veggie patch
Move soil
$150
Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia
1st Aug 2026
Need to move soil from front nature strip to back yard garden bed
Gardening Support
$250
Chadstone VIC 3148, Australia
31st Jul 2026
Move 6 cubes of soil, only a few metres from where it is delivered. Will have all items here required, plus, support of owners to assist. Can start from 12pm. Ideally for 2 hours.
Worked very hard, stayed to get it done. Would use again.
Help to put soil in backyard
$200
Cranbourne East VIC 3977, Australia
28th Jul 2026
Need to put 4m3 soil from driveway to back yard through garage door. Person will need his own equipments to transfer the soil from front driveway to backyard and level the backyard. Garage door has one small step
Fill backyard hole with dirt
$80
Narre Warren VIC 3805, Australia
19th Jul 2026
Hello, I had some repairs done to sewage in back yard and it’s left a small sink hole needs to be filled and flattened so it’s smooth. Need a stamper done over it so it doesn’t settle and sink.
Move rocks from one side of my front yard to the other.
$125
Keysborough VIC 3173, Australia
17th Jul 2026
I require the pebbles/rocks to be moved from one side to the other (see pictures).
Moving stones from one house to other house
$60
Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia
15th Jul 2026
Move stones Pickup location: Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia Drop-off location: Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia Stairs: No
Spread pebbles around garden beds 3m
$200
Narre Warren South VIC 3805, Australia
13th Jul 2026
Need pebbles spread around garden beds. There are 3 cubic metres to be spread out. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Move hard rubbish from back yard to the trailer in the driveway.
$100
Berwick VIC 3806, Australia
13th Jul 2026
Help move hard rubbish from backyard to trailer in driveway. Lots of little things
Need help relocating 5 cubic meters of clean garden soil.
$250
Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia
11th Jul 2026
Looking for someone to assist with general garden labour. The task involves shovelling and moving a pile of clean garden soil a short distance into an on-site waste bin. Approximately 5 cubic metres. Please bring a wheelbarrow and shovel. Easy access and straightforward work. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Hard working labourer definitely would hire him again.
Move soil into garden bed
$250
Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia
10th Jul 2026
Need roughly 2 cubes of soil moved into garden bed area and a high pressure hose clean of decking Type of gardening: Garden cleanup, Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: No
Luke was awesome to deal with, highly recommend using luke
Labourer to load trailer with dirt
$100
Mount Waverley VIC 3149, Australia
9th Jul 2026
Just need someone for half hour- 1 hour to load this trailer with left over dirt on nature strip. Trailer will be parked next to dirt and tools provided
Great worker gets in and gets it done
Firewood stacking
$100
Dandenong North VIC 3175, Australia
3rd Jul 2026
A delivery of firewood required to be stacked u dercover
Move rock from front yard to back. Wheel barrow required
$200
Lang Lang VIC 3984, Australia
3rd Jul 2026
Move rock from front to back
Moving crush rocks from front yard to backyard
$100
Keysborough VIC 3173, Australia
2nd Jul 2026
Moving crush rocks from front yard to backyard Type of gardening: Garden cleanup Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Pour soil from nature strip to inside house over the fence
$100
Officer South VIC 3809, Australia
23rd Jun 2026
Pour soil pile - 10 tonne from nature strip outside to inside of fence - over the fence. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Stack firewood
$50
Pakenham VIC, Australia
16th May 2026
Stack 2 cubic meters of firewood
Absolutely brilliant. You so much
Soil removal
$150
Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia
1st Apr 2026
Pile of soil to be removed from the front & moved to the back of house. See pictures for idea.
What an wonderful person, Devon, is. Punctual ,well spoken & hard working—name it! I would definitely recommend him to others & any of my future works. 👍🏼
Laborer to move soil
$150
Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia
9th Mar 2026
Need assistance moving soil into a raised garden bed approximately 2 and 1/2 cubes And to cut a trench in freshly laid soil
Dan got the job done on time and without a fuss would highly recommend!