How Much Does Earthworks Cost in Australia?
Earthworks services in Australia usually cost $90–$150 an hour, for a machine and its operator; larger machines, tip trucks and tip fees cost more — a general guide, not a quote (prices checked 30 Oct 2026). Jobs on Mozome include bricklaying, excavation and demolition. You compare local providers, see each price before you book, and pay on Mozome, with the booking fee shown before you pay.
Typical range: a general guide, not a quote
$90–$150 per hour
Per hour, for a machine and its operator; larger machines, tip trucks and tip fees cost more.
On Mozome, providers set their own prices, and you see the price of a service before you book.
What affects the price
What you pay depends mostly on:
- the size of the machine and how long it is needed
- the ground: soil, clay or rock
- access for the machine to the site
- taking soil away, and the tip fees for it
- underground services that have to be located first
What's included
Each provider describes what their service covers, and two services with the same name can cover different work. Ask whether the operator, travel to the site, taking soil away and tip fees are included.
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