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"Felix, and his team arrived on time and completed the work to an excellent standard. Fantastic job!"
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"Steve was great, would highly recommend."
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"Niranjan worked hard to get it over the line, the job was bigger than expected but he got it done and I'm happy with the..."
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"Thankyou for your hard work, planting my new plants. Great job. "
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"Very happy with Jeremy’s work would definitely use again in future "
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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in Inner South Melbourne
Thanks Marcus, very reliable, hard worker
Move the soil and rocks from front to back yard
$150
Hard working, on time and smashed the job. Thanks again.
Moving dirt to the skip with a wheel barrow
$90
Utuva was excellent. He was so easy to work with and was very accommodating when I had asked him to do extra work. Would hire again.
Gravel removal
$200
Fantastic service, prompt, good communication and highly recommended.
Lifting a heavy column out of ground
$500
Frank and GiGi were a pleasure to deal with. No fuss and great outcome.
Skid steer & operator to move dirt and gravel
$1,200
What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor in Inner South Melbourne
$130 - $350
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$130
median
$210
high
$350
Average reviews for Earthmoving Contractors Services in Inner South Melbourne
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4.94
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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 Inner South Melbourne
Labourer to dig up rock from garden bed
$150
Brighton East VIC, Australia
30th Sep 2025
Rake and dig up all stones from garden bed and wheelbarrow to skip. Must have their own wheelbarrow shovel etc. I will provide skip. I require labourer for 6 hours work minimum on site. Must be able to manoeuvre wheelbarrow
Soil pick up 10-15 wheel barrow full
$100
Brighton VIC 3186, Australia
25th Sep 2025
Soil and stones need removing from garden bed
Put 3m of garden soil on garden beds
$350
Aspendale Gardens VIC 3195, Australia
21st Sep 2025
Move 3 metres of garden soil from front yard/driveway to backyard garden beds. We will supply soil. You just need a wheelbarrow and shovel and rake. Photos of backyard attached. You can access backyard through garage
Bryce was amazing. He came exactly when he said he would and completed the job exactly as we wanted it. He is a great worker. I would highly recommend Bryce.
Garden labourers
$400
Camden Ward VIC, Australia
11th Sep 2025
- Clear out peddles/rock in a garden bed - weed out fire pit area in garden - prep and remove grass from garden bed - move soil in wheelbarrow from front yard to backyard garden bed
Johnny and his mate did a great job and was an absolute pleasure to work with. He exceeded our expectations and worked incredibly hard and to a high standard. Would recommend to anyone
Moving soil into garden
$500
Cheltenham VIC, Australia
8th Sep 2025
Extra pair of hands and muscle, I have two wheelbarrows and shovels. Need to shift about 12m3 Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Move soil out
$50
Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
6th Sep 2025
Need to move some soils from current location to backyard. Wheelbarrow and shovel provided. Just need your muscle
Remove dirt from back yard to front driveway
$200
Parkdale VIC, Australia
2nd Sep 2025
I need to remove some dirt to get levels prior to laying turf. I estimate approximately 15 to 20 wheelbarrow loads. Will need to be done with a spade/shovel and a wheelbarrow due to limited access. Dirt needs to be moved approximately 35 m from the backyard to the front driveway (through the garage).
Labourer to level soil
$250
Hughesdale VIC 3166, Australia
6th Aug 2025
Labourer needed to level and move some soil in front yard 5-6 hrs of work, must have own shovel, rake and wheelbarrow
Steve was on time and did a great job and left the place so clean. Highly recommend
Soil removal approx 1m3
$75
Rosstown Ward VIC, Australia
5th Jul 2025
Remove approx 1m3 of dry soil from back yard and dispose of appropriately. Access is possible via garage on a level surface so suitable for wheel barrow
Great job super helpful and great communication
Move firewood
$100
Malvern East VIC, Australia
21st Jun 2025
Move about 1 cubic M of firewood about 30 meters. Wheelbarrow must be used
Brilliant job completed with no fuss. Highly recommend Maddy
I need approximately 3.5m3 of soil removed from garden beds
$400
Murrumbeena VIC 3163, Australia
18th Jun 2025
Removal / dig out by hand approximately 3.5 cubic metres of soil from garden beds in rear garden of local community Tennis Club. Depth to around 500mm. Soil needs to be taken away from the site and will need to be put into wheelbarrow to remove from the backyard of the club. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Felix, and his team arrived on time and completed the work to an excellent standard. Fantastic job!
Move 2 cubic meters of fire wood with a wheel barrow
$100
Beaumaris VIC 3193, Australia
17th Jun 2025
Move 2 cubic metres of firewood with a wheel barrow (provided) from front of house, down a side lane and stack neatly it in the back yard.
Excavate driveway soil
$800
Mentone VIC 3194, Australia
24th May 2025
I need this area excavated and soil taken away. 150mm deep 7.2x3.8 Mentone
Jeremy was brilliant. I’d happily recommend his services to everyone. He made sure he left the job 100% complete and I was happy before he started to tidy up. Thanks again
Remove sandy dirt pile
$50
Mckinnon VIC, Australia
20th May 2025
I have approximately 4 wheelbarrows quantity of sandy dirt that I need taken away please
Concrete garden statue on pedestal, 1800 high, moved
$60
Malvern East VIC, Australia
8th May 2025
Concrete statue and pedestal in back garden needs to be moved to front garden via garage
3 metres garden soil shoveled on to garden bed.
$150
Malvern East VIC, Australia
22nd Apr 2025
I have about 3 metres of soil I need transferred from driveway on to garden bed
I was very happy with Kyren. He responded quickly, came on time and completed the task better than I had hoped! Thankyou!
Two people to barrow dirt from front to back yard
$100
Bayside VIC, Australia
11th Apr 2025
Two people to barrow approx 4cbm of dirt from front yard to back. Price is per person for two hours work. BYO wheelbarrow preferable
Jisoo delivered on everything we had requested. He was punctual, brought the tools needed for the job and completed the job with the same care he would give to his own home. We were thrilled with the outcome and wouldn’t hesitate to use Jisoo again.
SOIL REMOVAL
$50
Carrum VIC 3197, Australia
10th Apr 2025
Need someone to DIG SOIL and REMOVE. There are some rocks aswell. ONLY NEED TO DIG OUT ENOUGH TO LEVEL WITH WEED MAT AS IMAGED about 2cubic metres. 9metres Lx 1metre W WILL NEED TO PROVIDE YOU OWN SHOVEL/ETC Ute or trailer can park next to curb for easy removal
Very happy, got the job done quickly and accurately. Communication was great! Would hire again
Shovel a big pile of dirt around the backyard and level it
$300
Beaumaris VIC, Australia
6th Apr 2025
I have 2 piles of dirt that need to be shoveled and spread around the backyard and leveled
Shovel Pile of Dirt Into Pots
$120
Moorabbin VIC 3189, Australia
18th Mar 2025
Shovel dirt into pots and move pots to different areas. $60 an hour approx 2 hours.