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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in South East Melbourne

Really polite with good communication. Job done efficiently and on time. Ardi completed the work faster than I expected and to a very high standard. I would definitely recommend him for garden/landscaping tasks and I will be giving his details to family and friends as a reliable tradesmen. Many thanks again Ardi.

Crushed rock to refresh established courtyard.

$500

Sean is truly exceptional, really takes the ownership and responsibility of the job. Thanks for all the hard work mate! You are a legend.

Fill a skip bin (garden rubbish)

$250

Awesome work from Sean. Highly friendly and competitive rates. Hope to use you again. Would recommend

Removing soil

$250

Awesome work. Highly recommended.

Soil removal

$500

Great to work with. Committed enough to get job done in pouring rain.

Shift pile of gravel up driveway

$50

Amazing work!

Move soil from driveway to backyard

$250

What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor in South East Melbourne

$120 - $300

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$120

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$200

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$300

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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

Bobcat level my nature strips and backyard, remove some soil

$150

Clyde VIC 3978, Australia

25th Jun 2026

Excavate and remove excess soil from the nature strip and backyard, and level the ground to the required finish.

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

Move rocks 3-4m roll off edge

$200

Emerald VIC 3782, Australia

23rd Jun 2026

Waterfall pool rocks needs to be moved from back of pool to 3 meters away to open fence edge and rolled off edge. 3-5 rocks are very large would need 2 people and leverage.

Moving soil

$200

Cranbourne South VIC 3977, Australia

23rd Jun 2026

Move soils around the garden

Move top soil

$600

Koo Wee Rup VIC 3981, Australia

21st Jun 2026

I am ordering 15 cubic meters of top soil and need it moved from the front to the rear of my house. Will need to be wheel barrow from the front through the garage into the back. No obstocals in the way. Looking to pay $600 for 2 X men for a days work. ($300 each) Will need to supply own wheelbarrows and shovels.

Earth moving bobcat

$250

Narre Warren VIC 3805, Australia

14th Jun 2026

Use bobcat Make soil 100mm lower than my charcoal concrete driveway and level. Reuse to infill where applicable Remove excess soil. Don’t bring any new soil in.

Move roll of artificial grass from Garage to backyard

$120

Clyde VIC, Australia

12th Jun 2026

Need help moving a really heavy roll of artificial grass to my backyard from garage. Needs some dollies and people to carry it as it is around 4 meter wide and 10 meters long.

Punctual, hardworking

Bobcat work

$300

Doveton VIC 3177, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Bobcat or digger required to load 3-4 buckets of bricks & concrete onto my tipper . I will dispose of it . Just need someone to load the material. Thanks

Need to spread some mulch around house excavator job or wheel barrow

$250

Endeavour Hills VIC, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Need to move about 10 cubes of mulch spread around the house

Dirt and crushed rock moved from front to side, rear of house

$650

Emerald VIC 3782, Australia

29th May 2026

Have a pile of dirt and crushed rock need to be moved, had a labourer do the same last year took about 7 hours two people 4 cubes of crushed rock and about 4 cubes of dirt - dirts been sitting for a while

Move soil into planters

$200

Ashwood VIC, Australia

21st May 2026

Move veggie soil into planters. Equipment like wheelbarrow and shovel provided. Less than 4 cubic metres. Pictured are 6 planters ready and soil at the back under tarp.

Very impressed. Hard worker. Lovely guy

Need someone to move decorative stones/rocks from the front areas

$120

Berwick VIC 3806, Australia

17th May 2026

Need someone to move decorative stones/rocks from the front area of my house onto the nature strip. Small area job at Berwick near PArkHill Plaza. Looking for someone reliable and cost-effective as I am on a tight budget ($120 max). You will need basic labour tools (shovel/wheelbarrow). Flexible with timing. Please message with availability Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² 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

Gardening, help shovel one cube of dirt and gravel sand.

$100

Chadstone VIC 3148, Australia

16th May 2026

Need to finish a path and soil into garden beds. Also assist holding fencing to install. The soil is moving about 10 meters and would be around three hours in total. With start asap

Very quick. Worked hard.

Move and stack firewood - 1.5 metric tonne

$100

Botanic Ridge VIC, Australia

14th May 2026

Move and stack 1.5 metric tonne of RedGum from my driveway, down the side path to a spot about 10 metres away, and to a second spot on the other side of the house if the first one fills up. Wheelbarrow available.

turned up on time and did a great job.

Manual labor including moving dirt

$100

Wheelers Hill VIC 3150, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Need assistance removing loads of dirt to a skip and helping push the rotary how - not sure how long it will take - happy to discuss hourly rate

Isaac was a super friendly, fast and efficient worker. Highly recommended. Would hire again. Thanks Issac!

Wheelbarrow and spread 1.5m³ of tanbark into garden bed

$150

Cranbourne North VIC, Australia

16th Apr 2026

Here you go: Wheelbarrow and spread tanbark into garden bed Hi, I need someone to wheelbarrow approximately 1.5 cubic metres of tanbark from my driveway and spread it evenly across a garden bed. The job: Tanbark will be tipped on the driveway by a delivery truck before you arrive Garden bed is approximately 34 metres long x 500mm wide Tanbark needs to be spread evenly at roughly 75mm depth across the full bed Weed mat will already be laid — just needs the tanbark spread on top What I need you to bring: Your own wheelbarrow Rake or shovel to spread evenly What I'll provide: All the tanbark Access to water if needed Location: Cranbourne North Estimated time: 2 hours Please only apply if you: Have your own wheelbarrow Have done similar garden/landscaping work before Are available on a weekday or weekend — flexible on timing Message me with your availability and any questions. Happy to show you the job before you commit.

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!

Move 2 metres of mulch

$80

Berwick VIC, Australia

14th Feb 2026

I am getting some mulch delivered and I will need it moved from the driveway to the back yard. Approximately 15 metres. I have a wheelbarrow and shovel, or buckets if preferred.

I’m so happy with the job Chris did. He was he was fast, efficient, friendly and thorough. I highly recommend him and will definitely be calling on him again for my next project. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️