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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in North West Melbourne

Andrew is very helpful for my garden to remove pile of gravel. In case, I need help for anything I would like to work with him

Gravel removal

$200

Honest, accurate quote Great communication, had some ideas that will make things a bit easier for us in future!

Moving sand

$200

Went above and beyond. Showed up on time, stuck around until the whole job was thoroughly completed. Couldn't have asked for more.

Move dirt and debris into skip bin (on property)

$90

Thank you so much. Great job spreading the gravel for me. Would highly re on end anytime.

Move crushed rock.

$60

On time and helped alot

Move soil

$100

Hunter turned up on time, was friendly and did the best job he could. Thanks Hunter.

Dirt Removal

$600

What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor in North West Melbourne

$120 - $320

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$120

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$200

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$320

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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 North West Melbourne

Wheelbarrow work

$80

Romsey VIC 3434, Australia

13th Sep 2026

Just needing to push the wheel barrow moving concrete as I’m pouring a footing and I don’t have a spare hand 1.5 cubic meters worth of concrete needing to be moved Concrete truck will be placed as close as possible but still requires a good effort and hard work for the short amount of time 30-60 min worth of work that’s it

Bobcat work

$450

Sunbury VIC 3429, Australia

13th Sep 2026

Need back and front yard levelled out with bobcat.

Granitic sand fill and compact back yard

$400

Hadfield VIC 3046, Australia

12th Sep 2026

Approx 5m x3m granitic sand @50mm deep compacted

Dirt removal

$50

Greenvale VIC 3059, Australia

10th Sep 2026

Dirt removal from driveway to opposite property

Move top soil

$200

Greenvale VIC 3059, Australia

9th Sep 2026

Move 4.5m3 of top soil to the backyard down the side of the house. Top soil will be delivered to the driveway. I do not have a wheel burrow but do have a wheelie bin that could be used. Approx 40m walk from soil pile to backyard. Soil is to fill in garden beds and centre of concrete. Available this afternoon or tomorrow morning

Great to work with. Came on time and completed the task well. Would get him back again for more work.

Move soil

$300

Essendon West VIC 3040, Australia

3rd Sep 2026

Move soil with wheel barrows

Move soil 90-120mins work.

$125

Hadfield VIC, Australia

29th Aug 2026

Move half cubic mtr of soil with my barrow from front nature strip to garden beds. 90-120 mins work.

Cesar was efficient, friendly and showed initiative in completing my task. 😁

Need Back Filling of trench and leveling if backyard

$100

Craigieburn VIC 3064, Australia

23rd Aug 2026

Need Backfilling and Leveling of BackYard

Remove portion of backyard with bobcat

$500

Coburg North VIC 3058, Australia

16th Aug 2026

We need a small portion of the back yard removed with a bobcat or dingo to make it level. We need to remove the triangle of garden including soil and weeds so it is level with the rest of the garden. Access is through a 900mm wide gate

2 -3 people to move 2 cubic meters of sandy loam by wheelbarrow

$500

Kalkallo VIC 3064, Australia

15th Aug 2026

Moving 2 cubic meters of sandy loam ti level out front and back yard grass

Move 5 cubic metres of soil from pile across backyard.

$300

Gisborne VIC 3437, Australia

10th Aug 2026

Move soil from a pile evenly across side yard to help level / fill yard. Either with mini loader (not provided) or a wheel barrow and shovel can be provided.

Help moving stones urgent

$100

Oak Park VIC 3046, Australia

31st Jul 2026

Need a local Oak Park person to help me and my landscaper move the stones. Hopefully looking for someone right now. Had someone booked in and they didn’t turn up.

Fantastic work!!! Thanks

Front garden soil move

$100

Kalkallo VIC 3064, Australia

30th Jul 2026

There are soil in my front garden need to break it and flat the ground

Throw horse manure into tree-line

$100

New Gisborne VIC 3438, Australia

26th Jul 2026

We have 2 piles of horse manure We need it picked up and thrown along the tree line. Need to bring your own shovel and wheelbarrow or even a little digger, would take no time if you had a machine with a bucket.

Thanks so much, great help.

Move soil and crushed rock from front yard to backyard

$40

Gladstone Park VIC, Australia

1st Jun 2026

Move 4 cube of soil to skip out the front and move 4 cube of crushed rock from front yard to back yard. Easy wheel barrow access, i will be on site so i can load barrows with excavator already on site. About 6 hours work 40$ p/h This job is only for tomorrow so availability on 2/6 is a must and the only day needed.

Christian was great arrived on time, worked hard and was a great guy to work with. Would hire again. Thanks mate 👌

Stack 1.6T Firewood in Shed – Springfield VIC – Today Saturday 9 May

$120

Springfield VIC, Australia

8th May 2026

Need someone today to stack approximately 1.6 tonnes of hardwood firewood into an open shed at our property in Springfield VIC 3434. Details: * Hardwood already delivered in pile beside shed * Stack neatly along shed wall * Wheelbarrow onsite * Straightforward physical job * Prefer someone fit and efficient Location: Springfield VIC 3434 Timing: Today only – Saturday 9 May Flexible with arrival time but earlier preferred. Please comment with: * Your availability today * Estimated time required * Your quote Photos attached.

Paul was super efficient, highly recommended!

Need 2 helpers for using wheelbarrow for an hour

$10

Strathmore VIC 3041, Australia

3rd May 2026

I need two people for pushing wheel barrow of wet contctrete everything will be provided u just need to come on time at 10 am tomorrow

He was puntchual and everything was great with him

Remove and move rocks , remove soil and level

$200

Pascoe Vale VIC 3044, Australia

26th Apr 2026

I have small section of rocks (~2m in diameter) which is kinda coming off, I need them to be removed and moved(roughly around 10ft away). Once the rocks are moved , remove excess soil and level to interlock next to it (move excess soil ~ 10ft away) Wheel barrow, shovel, garden folk will all be provided.

Anthony is an absolute legend. He suggested few additional things and cleaned up the place really well after the job was done. I am definitely going back to him to get more done, highly recommend.

Move 10m³ soil from front to backyard (wheelbarrow)

$550

Donnybrook VIC 3064, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Need soil moved from front garden strip to backyard. Scope: Approx. 10 cubic meters of veggie soil Move from front yard to backyard garden beds Access via side path (see photos) Distance is moderate (front → backyard) Equipment Provided: Wheelbarrow and shovel provided Important: Job is labour-intensive (~150 wheelbarrow loads) Suitable for 1 person over 1.5 - 2 days No machinery access (narrow side path) Looking for someone reliable who can complete the job properly. Flexible with timing. Photos attached for reference.

Fantastic work! He moved soil quickly and efficiently, and the whole job was completed without any hassle. Super easy to deal with, arrived on time, and got everything done faster than expected. Really appreciate the effort—would definitely recommend and hire again!