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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in Melbourne Western Suburbs

Peter was a great help today, worked really hard and even battled through the rain to help me get the job done. Definitely recommend.

Top Soil Spreading

$300

Gary’s a good worker. Turned up early and worked hard. Would recommend for heavy manual tasks

Move Soil from street to Front Garden

$180

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

Great and quick service. Tks

Take the excess soil and dispose for me

$200

What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor in Melbourne Western Suburbs

$125 - $346

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$125

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$200

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$346

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Average reviews for Earthmoving Contractors Services in Melbourne Western Suburbs

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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 Melbourne Western Suburbs

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

Skid Bobcat Required – Earthworks, Levelling soil& Site Preparation

$10

Truganina, Victoria, Australia

4th Sep 2026

Skid Steer / Bobcat Operator Required Experienced operator required for backyard levelling, earthworks and site preparation. Work includes: Level and grade backyard for grass Prepare driveway & footpath areas for concreting Cut/fill, soil spreading and fine grading Achieve accurate levels and falls Machine with attachments required — 4-in-1/grading bucket preferred. WE NEED EIGHT HOURS HIRING.PLEASE QUOTE PER HOUR RATE.

Wheelbarrowing crushed rock for landscaping

$250

Hillside VIC 3037, Australia

2nd Sep 2026

Need about 3 cubic metres of Tuscan toppings wheelbarrowed and spread to front landscaping

Excellent attitude and worker.

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.

Spread dirt from a pile, onto the front yard

$200

St Albans VIC, Australia

26th Mar 2026

Got a pile of dirt delivered, which I need spread over my front yard. The pile of dirt and half of the front yard is shown in the photo. Would be great if I could get this done this weekend! I can provide shovels, I don't have a wheelbarrow so if you also don't, then I can rent one for the day. Cheers! Please let me know your availability

Great time working with Papu, he was on time and did some really great work. Very happy with the results and I would definitely rebook with jim