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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in Gold Coast

Jake was great. Friendly and a a great communicator. We used Jake for some dirt / grass removal and he did a great job! Would definitely recommend Jake.

Dirt + Grass to removed

$50

Vinnie did a great job and really helped me

4 hours this afternoon to prepare ground levels for driveway.

$200

Arrived early and absolutely smashed the job. Thank you Truman.

Load dirt into skip

$350

Great work guys. Highly recommend 👍👍👍

Dig out basement

$800

Highly recommend Rob. Good guy gets the job done and turns up, unlike other trades people.

Bobcat hire - rubble removed

$1,500

Did a great job. Happy to use again!

Help me move soil into my garden

$250

What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor in Gold Coast

$130 - $292

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$130

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$200

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$292

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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 Gold Coast

Moving soil

$300

Mermaid Waters QLD 4218, Australia

17th Oct 2026

2 cubic square meters of soil wheelbarrowed 10 metres to behind a retaining wall. See photos (pile of soil will be delivered in front of white fence, and needs to be moved to behind the grey wall)

Soil removal and moving

$200

Ashmore QLD 4214, Australia

13th Oct 2026

Remove old soil (around 1m3) and dispose of at tip. Move new soil (around 2m3) and distribute onto landscape area.

Removal of dirt

$500

Worongary QLD 4213, Australia

11th Oct 2026

I need 100mm of dirt and stones removed from a 40sqm space. The dirt and stones needs to be moved to other side of fence.

Move 3 cubic meters of pebble into garden area

$1,040

Hope Island QLD 4212, Australia

9th Oct 2026

2 labourers required to move 3 cubic meters of river pebbles (20mm to 40mm) into garden area via wheel barrow. From nature strip into side garden. Must supply own barrows, shovel and rake. $65/hour per labourer. Estimating 8 hours each.

Moving mound of sand in wheelbarrow

$200

Palm Beach QLD 4221, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

I have 10 m2 of sand dumped on my curb I need backfilled around a pool shell, I’ve made a start but am on a timeline so would love some help!

Archie & Jake put in some serious hard work, moving 10m2 of sand to backfill my pool. Their work ethic was exceptional (rare for guys their age), they were polite and punctual and I’d hire them again any day.

Need some dirt moved today by wheelbarrow

$150

Oxenford QLD, Australia

2nd Oct 2026

I have some dirt in need moved by wheelbarrow

Very good work, cleaned up after himself, highly recommend

Wheelbarrow concrete

$160

Coomera QLD 4209, Australia

30th Sep 2026

Help Wheelbarrow concrete into post holes for a fence. 2hrs work approximately.

Person to move topsoil

$500

Jacobs Well QLD 4208, Australia

28th Sep 2026

Person to load and move topsoil to be prepared for a lawn

Load dirt into trailer and take to tip

$100

Reedy Creek QLD 4227, Australia

23rd Sep 2026

Have a large pile of dirt that needs to be loaded into your trailer / Ute and taken to tip

Need someone to shovel sand and dispose of it.

$110

Gold Coast QLD 4226, Australia

20th Sep 2026

Need someone to shovel sand and dispose of it. Sand has roots and old tarp in it so cannot be disposed under green waste.

Wheel barrow soil to trailer

$100

Varsity Lakes QLD 4227, Australia

18th Sep 2026

No tools required. Labour to wheel barrow soil snd roots to trailer then assist with a rake to level. Smallish job need done tomorrow morning. 2 hours work. 8am start. Cheers

Move fill to verge and spread soil ready for turf

$100

Elanora QLD 4221, Australia

5th Sep 2026

Need a small pile (approx 1/2m3) of fill moved approx 30m downhill to verge. Move trampoline to side and spread out soil

Moving buckets of soil in garden - 40 p/h

$10

Pimpama QLD 4209, Australia

3rd Sep 2026

Shouldn’t take long as im assisting - help spread soil around garden. Asap pls

Awesome, knowledgeable and hardworking! Everything you need when needing assistance! Will definitely use again in the future thanks brother!

Labour Shovel Gravel from Driveway to Garden bed.

$100

Burleigh Waters QLD 4220, Australia

3rd Sep 2026

Need help moving approx .7 cubic square mtrs (less than 1 cubic square) of gravel from driveway to garden area Approx 15mtrs away. Then clear dirt and gravel. From 3-5pm Friday 4 Sep. Please bring own Wheel Barrow. There will be 1.5 others helping. Im the .5. 2 hours paid, for what can be done in the time. Thx!

On time, good worker. Many thanks!

Garden Bed removed

$250

Pimpama QLD 4209, Australia

3rd Sep 2026

Remove soil and transfer into 5 pots. Remaining soil to be spread in the garden beds around the house. No more then 20 meters from the garden beds

Toe did a great job. Thank you.

Move 2m³ of Road Base & Sand from Driveway to Backyard

$25

Benowa QLD 4217, Australia

9th Aug 2026

Move 2m³ of Road Base & Sand from Driveway to Backyard Need someone strong to move approximately 2m³ of road base and sand from the driveway to an entertaining area in the backyard. 8 hours of work. Looking for someone physically fit and comfortable with heavy manual labour. Please state your HOURLY RATE when making an offer. TUES 11th AUGUST 7:30am - 3:30pm *There will be more similar upcoming work over the next few weeks*

Hardworker, friendly and on time. Highly recommended.

Stack a load of firewood

$150

Springbrook QLD 4213, Australia

3rd Aug 2026

Need help to stack a load of firewood neatly. A tonne load of firewood. Job is undercover (in a carport). Wood only needs to move about 3 to 5m - very close.

A lovely couple and they did a great job.

Shoveling top soil

$175

Coomera QLD 4209, Australia

4th Jul 2026

Total hours and final budget can be discussed . The task requires a 4x4 with a trailer or tray to load topsoil drive 50 meters on our property and then unload with a shovel should be about 4 hours work.

He is an absolute Gentleman and a hard worker I am thoroughly impressed with what he did and highly recommend to anyone

Spread 5 small bags of soil and small weeding job

$100

Reedy Creek QLD 4227, Australia

8th Jun 2026

I bought 5 small bags of soil to fill in some wheel marks on my lawn but I had surgery and unable to do it myself at the moment. Also I have a small garden bed that needs weeding without removing existing plants (see photos).

Great work done quickly and efficiently, thanks very much

Labour mainly wheelbarrow work

$175

Helensvale QLD, Australia

19th May 2026

Moving dirt and mulch around the garden using owner supplied Wheelbarrow and shovel. Approx 4-5 hours depending on Pace.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Anthony was an absolute machine — tirelessly slogging through concrete and relentless jackhammering without complaint. Hard-working, reliable and an all-round top bloke who’s easy to get along with. I’d highly recommend him for any work you need done.✅