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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in South East Melbourne

Can't recommend Stephen enough. Does an excellent job, offers great advice and easy to deal with.

Remove mound of soil

$600

Highy recommend Stephen. Task was completed quickly and great communication.

Removal of soil and rock from land

$500

Friendly and super fast. Great job. Would recommend Meng at any time.

Removal of soil from property

$200

Very good work

Moving rock labouring

$350

Hard working and pleasant. Would recommend

Wheelbarrow soil into new lawn area

$200

Awesome attitude, highly recommended. Very hard worker.

Want help to move soil to backyard

$100

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

$120 - $320

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$120

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$200

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$320

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Average reviews for Earthmoving Contractors Services in South East Melbourne

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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

Exposed aggregate driveway and apron

$110

Officer VIC, Australia

8th Oct 2025

I have a new house building in Officer central and expected handover is early November. Im looking for a quality concreter for doing exposed aggregate concrete for the driveway and the apron around the home. This is a carlisle build and I want it to align with their extended structural warranty. Roughly, the driveway and the apron would be around 100 sqm.

Soil code N122 needs to be removed around 59 cubic

$10

Beaconsfield VIC 3807, Australia

8th Oct 2025

Soil code n122 needs to be removed around 50 cubic

Spread soil using wheelbarrow

$100

Cranbourne East VIC 3977, Australia

3rd Oct 2025

Task: Move and Spread Soil in Backyard I need approx. 3–4 cubic metres of soil spread evenly across my backyard and to fill gaps along the side fence. The soil will be delivered to my property and tipped in the front/driveway area. What’s required: • Transporting soil from the front to the backyard/side fence area using a wheelbarrow (you’ll need to bring your own wheelbarrow and shovel). • Spreading and leveling the soil as directed. • Ensuring soil is evenly distributed and tidy. Location: Cranbourne east Access: Easy access through side gate to backyard. Estimated time: 3–5 hours (depending on speed and number of people). You should bring: • Wheelbarrow • Shovel/rake • Gloves

Soil removed

$500

Pakenham VIC, Australia

21st Sep 2025

Need some soil removed from backyard. We have around 8 cubes of soil

Removing old soil and putting in new soil

$500

Red Gum Ward VIC, Australia

17th Sep 2025

Remove old soil and put in new soil

Skid steer / Posi track work

$50

Cranbourne South VIC, Australia

15th Sep 2025

Need driveway, paddocks and surrounding area smudged and top soil moved around.

Level front yard area

$150

Glen Waverley, Victoria, Australia

13th Sep 2025

Quick level of a fairly level area. Quick bobcat or dingo job.

Removal of extra soil

$10

Berwick VIC 3806, Australia

26th Aug 2025

Looking to get this extra soil removed . Unable to drive a trailer to the soil, will need it to be wheeled out

Awesome job and professional work.

Garden beds . top soil top up with wheelbarrow. looking for labor

$150

Lyndhurst VIC 3975, Australia

24th Aug 2025

3 garden beds . top soil top up with wheelbarrow. looking for labourers $150.

If you want the best guy on airtasker, then jay is the one! I recommend

Need a labourer

$200

Clyde North VIC, Australia

19th Aug 2025

Need someone to carry 2 cubic meters of crushed rock from the front of the house to the backyard. (Distance is about 30 meters) Pile will be on the footpath and you will be using a concrete pathway on the side of the house. You will need your own wheelbarrow and a shovel. Job must be done this week Friday or Saturday.

Great guy to work with

Move rocks from Moe to Beaconsfield

$1,000

Beaconsfield VIC 3807, Australia

19th Aug 2025

Move 1T rocks from Moe to Beaconsfield. Place rocks strategically in back yard. Ideally 10-20 rocks

Remove garden soil

$200

Mulgrave Ward VIC, Australia

6th Aug 2025

Remove 7 containers of garden soil and dig out a further half cubic metre of soil and remove.

Very can do attitude.

Soil level and removal

$300

Officer VIC, Australia

3rd Aug 2025

Needing top layer of soil in back yard scraped back to clear of stones and building debris. Front yard also needs the same with a pile of approximately 2m3 soil which needs to be removed. 3m space all the way around the back easy access for small machines.

Crushed rock pile

$50

Balla Balla Ward VIC, Australia

26th Jul 2025

Had a pile of rock dumped a little while ago need someone with a machine to spread

Move soil to skip & bring 2m³ pebbles to backyard.

$500

Wheelers Hill VIC, Australia

15th Jul 2025

Help with digging soil/pebbles from back yard then and moving it to front where there is a skip. Then moving fresh lot of pebbles (2cubic m) from front yard to the back. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Consistent worker and gets things done.

Laying 1 cubic metre garden pathway topping

$200

Pakenham VIC, Australia

11th Jul 2025

1 cubic metre Coldstream topping needs to be moved to pathway in front of house. Leftover topping to be moved to back of house in flattened area. Easy Acess to backyard. Will need wheelbarrow..

Lots of communication and job well done

Loosening and removal of soil

$150

Lynbrook VIC, Australia

5th Jul 2025

Required loosening of soil and manual removal of soil. Garden tiller provided.

Move and spread crushed rock and sand in a horse paddock

$150

Bangholme VIC, Australia

4th Jul 2025

We’re having some crushed rock and sand delivered which needs to be spread in sections of a horse paddock. About 3 cubic metres so probably about 2-3hours work. Delivery is at 11am today so ideally 11:30-2:30

Ammar was punctual and did a good job.

Remove old garden bed sleepers and move rocks.

$100

Cranbourne VIC 3977, Australia

28th Jun 2025

I need some help clearing out part of my backyard. Job includes: Dig up and remove 6 old rotten sleepers still in place (currently bolted together – I have a ratchet tool to undo them easily)2 small bolts per join. Move these sleepers plus another 6 that are already dug up into my driveway (~25m away) Move a pile of good red gum sleepers (already cut into manageable chunks) into the driveway as well. Move some star pickets to the driveway. Move volcanic rocks from around a small fish pond to the front yard (~35m away). You’re welcome to take any rocks you’d like, as I’ll be listing them for free on Marketplace. Notes: The ground is very soft at the moment so digging is easy, just need to pull away some dirt and grass. I have shovels, wheelbarrows, and other tools you may need for the job. Access is straightforward through the side gate. Ideally looking for someone to do this weekend.

Ron got here fast, was friendly and efficient. Couldn't be happier.

Scrap the grass layer off on front yard

$200

Lyndhurst VIC 3975, Australia

25th Jun 2025

Utilize a bobcat to scrape off the top layer of soil, then either remove it or deposit it into a skip. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes