South Gippsland Septic Tank Cleaning – Leongatha, VIC

South Gippsland Septic Tank Cleaning, a leg of Southern Septics group is looking for a motivated, hands‑on individual to join our growing team. *Experience highly regarded

This is your opportunity to work with a small, supportive crew in a role that offers variety, autonomy, and long‑term potential. If you're mechanically minded, take pride in your work, and enjoy working independently, we want to hear from you.

Our depot is based in Leongatha.
Please only apply if you reside within 45km of Leongatha.

NOW HIRING – Vacuum Truck Operator

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and motivated team member to join us on a casual basis to start with, with potentially full‑time hours available .

You'll have a schedule set on your own app each day for jobs, details and locations, start time at the yard is usually between 7 and 8am - finish times can vary depending on workloads.

You will assist with a range of tasks, including:

- Operation of Vacuum Trucks for septic pump-outs, liquid waste, grease traps, industrial waste and clearing blockages
- Basic plumbing work, routine servicing and maintenance of residential and commercial septic and wastewater systems
- Conducting site condition reports and updates, service records, and using app-based systems for job documentation
- Providing a high level of customer service and building strong client relationships.
- Capable of working long hours particularly during the summer season, and other days throughout the year depending on workflows.

This is a physically active and varied role that requires common sense,



initiative, and a willingness to get your hands dirty.

What We're Looking For

- Mechanically minded (ESSENTIAL) Must be capable of operating truck and basic routine servicing immediately.
- Experience in liquid waste removal, wastewater systems, mechanics, or plumbing is highly regarded
- MR License minimum
- Physically fit and strong – able to lift, kneel, bend, and perform manual tasks
- Strong work ethic, problem‑solving ability and High attention to details
- Ability to think quick and adapt to change for assisting in emergency works
- Reliable, independent, and able to manage daily schedules
- Excellent communication skills and a customer-first attitude, ability to rebook jobs and liaise with customers throughout the day accordingly, while updating job programs.
- Comfortable using iPads and app-based job systems
- Versatile availability and clean driving history
- Professional

What We Provide

- Basic tools of trade supplied
- Basic training provided – Must be capable of operating truck immediately and be a quick learner in the basics.
- Service vehicle and mobile phone for the right candidate
- Ongoing support and a positive team environment
- Flexible conditions

Why Join Us?

At South Gippsland Septic Tank Cleaning, we value:

- Responsibility and accountability
- A willingness to learn and grow through education
- Practical thinkers with a team‑focused mindset
- Safety, professionalism, and pride in our work

South Gippsland Septic Tank Cleaning – Keeping systems flowing, communities clean, and customers satisfied.

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📌 Vacuum Truck Operator - Liquid waste (Leongatha)
🏢 Liquid Management Australia
📍 Leongatha