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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in Melbourne Western Suburbs
Great work! Always so helpful offering solutions on the way! Thanks so much!
Soil 2 cubic metre into garden bed
$200
Thank you Jessie & team for your excellent work and professional work ethic. Very friendly, courteous, prompt and thorough. Top rating! Very highly recommended. AAA+++ I will be using Jesse again.
Wheelbarrow soil and waste from backyard into a skip - approx 8M
$550
Great job, hard working! Saved the day for us, shovelled loads and loads of stones into a skip and came at a moments notice so we could get the skip filled before it was picked up! Would hire again
Shovel stones into skip
$70
What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor in Melbourne Western Suburbs
$120 - $350
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$120
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$200
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$350
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4.92
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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.
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.
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Move 4 m³ soil from front yard or drive way to backyard garden beds
$350
Truganina VIC 3029, Australia
30th Sep 2026
Hi! I need help moving about 4 cubic metres of garden soil from my front yard to the backyard. The job: • Wheelbarrow 4 m³ of soil (delivered to the front) into the backyard • Fill several raised veggie beds (40 cm and 26 cm high) • Fill a few pots • Dig out some soil from 2 existing beds and move it into another bed • Spread any leftover soil lightly across the backyard lawn Access is via the side of the house. Please bring your own wheelbarrow(s) and shovels. Two people would make it much quicker. Photos of the beds are attached. Location: Truganina Date: any day till Sunday 4 October, morning start preferred Budget: $350 Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 150m²-300m² Has green waste bin: Yes
John and his mate did a great job moving 4m³ of soil from my driveway to the backyard garden beds. They worked hard even in the rain, were friendly and careful, and filled all the beds and pots neatly. Communication was good throughout. So Happy to recommend!
Labourer to spread crushed rock to front yard
$70
VIC 3338, Australia
28th Sep 2026
Spread crushed rock to front yard. Crushed rock will be dumped beside the front yard and need transfer using wheelborrow and spread to front yard.
Shovel mulch - Friday 25th
$100
Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029, Australia
24th Sep 2026
We had 2 cubic metres of pine bark mulch delivered to the driveway. We need someone to shovel the mulch onto a battery-powered makita wheel barrow and dump it on the lawn in the backyard. Probs 15-20m away using our battery powered wheel barrow. Must be done Friday 25th (today) Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 150m²-300m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Jake was the best man for the job! Very punctual, polite, professional and hard working. Would recommend to others for sure! Thanks so much Jake!
Bobcat to scrape 150 mil of dirt
$200
Wyndham Vale VIC 3024, Australia
24th Sep 2026
Need someone with a bobcat to scrape approximately 30 m² 150 mil deep soil from my front yard. Need this done between 9 and 1 pm.
Landscape labourer - Move soil and mulch
$190
West Footscray VIC 3012, Australia
23rd Sep 2026
Need reliable helper to wheelbarrow 2cubic m of soil and 2.5 cubic m of mulch from carspace around a flat concrete public footpath (about 20m), through a front gate (1200mm wide) and spread into garden bed over cardboard. Garden area is roughly 9m x 4m. Must have own Wheelbarrow and shovels etc (ideally also mulch fork) Please note: afternoon is specified as there is a 4 hour delivery window for the morning. Guaranteed start at 1pm, but if flexible and interested can start once soil and mulch has been delivered. I have chosen Monday due to the good weather forecast, if available only on other days please let me know. I don't wish to for the soil and mulch to be overnight in my carspace. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Bobcat Removal
$1,000
St Albans VIC 3021, Australia
22nd Sep 2026
Remove Driveway and bring front yard back to flat dirt
Help move dirt from backyard to skip in front yard
$400
Kingsville VIC 3012, Australia
19th Sep 2026
We have excavated up some dirt that has rocks and such in it and need help moving it from the backyard to the front yard in wheelbarrows. The skip Ben is on the road in front of the house.
Labour shovelling top soil
$200
Deanside VIC 3336, Australia
19th Sep 2026
Need someone today for a few hour's labour filling a retaining wall with top soil
Move dirt from nature strip to front yard.Excavator
$100
Truganina VIC 3029, Australia
17th Sep 2026
One load of clean fill need to fill front yard. Clean fill is available
Move soil
$150
Hoppers Crossing VIC, Australia
16th Sep 2026
Move soil from backyard to front yard
Need some soil put into a planter
$50
Aintree VIC 3336, Australia
14th Sep 2026
We have a planter box half filled with dirt and we need more soil to fill it up. Maybe almost 2 wheelbarrows of soil needed
Move a pile of mud/ clay/ dirt
$100
Sydenham VIC 3037, Australia
8th Sep 2026
We have a pile of dirt that we need moved from one side of the gate to the other. It is hard to shift and isn't loose so takes a bit of muscle.
Move ~2m³ soil from backyard to outside gate & rough level
$150
Caroline Springs VIC 3023, Australia
7th Sep 2026
Hi, I need help moving a pile of clean dirt (approx. 1.5 - 2m³) from my backyard to outside the side gate. Move the soil pile from the backyard using your own tool and spread it on top of the weed mat. Rough level/rake the soil so it’s flat and ready for planting flowers. Notes: No dumping/disposal needed (all soil stays on site). Easy side gate access.
Labourers today
$10
Maidstone VIC 3012, Australia
6th Sep 2026
Wheel barrow All day moving soil
Landscape help needed
$250
Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029, Australia
2nd Aug 2026
Help wheel barrow some mulch and soil - days work
Highly recommend!! Great worker.
Need a concrete rock moved a few meters
$100
Altona North VIC 3025, Australia
1st Aug 2026
Have a concrete “rock” that needs to be shifted a few meters out of the way. Size is approx 2m x 1.5
Awesome! Came out promptly and great communication!
Labourer - Wheel Barrow Work
$30
Deer Park VIC 3023, Australia
9th Jul 2026
Need somebody to wheel some crushed rock from front driveway to back yard. This task/offer is for 1hour of your time/labour. (I have no idea how long it will take, but happy to work out future/extra hours) Looking for somebody who is available Friday 10th July from 9:00am thru to maybe 3 or 4 or 5 pm) Cheers!
Very happy with Ads, he worked like a trooper and did a great job. I am very happy and will book Ads again, for sure! A++++
Shovel & Level Crushed Rock – Yarraville (Next Week)
$600
Yarraville VIC 3013, Australia
27th May 2026
Looking for someone to shovel and level crushed rock down the side of a residential house in Yarraville. (see image attached for location) The area is already prepped and ready to go Crushed rock is supplied on site Work involves shovelling and levelling only No compaction required Downside access along side of house Available next week (flexible with day) Must have own basic tools (shovel/rake/wheelbarrow) Experience with landscaping or site levelling preferred Must be able to work carefully around existing structures/fencing)
Bryce did a fantastic job and was great a communicating
Gardening - moving soil.
$125
Werribee VIC, Australia
30th Apr 2026
Moving soil - clean sandy loam soil. Not fill or rubble filled dirt. I will shovel it into a burrow and you will wheel it no more than 15-20m and dump it. And we keep going until as much of the soil as possible is moved. Want done today - ASAP. Location is Werribee. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
A great tasker - would use again.