As a Drain Cleaning and Jetting Operator, you will be an integral part of our Melbourne team, delivering sewer, stormwater and drain cleaning, blockage clearing, root cutting, high-pressure water jetting and pipeline condition assessments across water, sewer and stormwater networks — on both reactive callouts and planned maintenance programs.
Key responsibilities
Operating jet vac trucks, drain cleaning units and high-pressure water jetting equipment safely and professionally
Clearing sewer and stormwater blockages, including root cutting and debris removal
Performing planned pipeline cleaning and maintenance programs for water authorities and councils
Responding to reactive callouts and emergency blockages
Supporting CCTV inspection and pipeline condition assessment works
Assisting with NDD / hydro excavation works when required
Adhering to all safety, quality and environmental procedures
Carrying out routine equipment checks and basic maintenance
Working closely with Supervisors, project teams and clients to deliver works on time and to specification
Completing required paperwork, reporting and documentation
About you
Proven experience operating jet vac, drain cleaning or high-pressure water jetting units
HPWJ (High Pressure Water Jetting) ticket – essential
HR or MR licence
White Card (Construction Induction) – essential




Confined Space Entry ticket – highly regarded
CCTV pipeline inspection experience – highly regarded
A strong understanding of sewer, stormwater and drainage systems
A robust safety mindset and attention to detail
Reliability and a strong work ethic
About us
Larrakia Bilirra Group (LBG) is expanding our Utilities and Industrial operations across Melbourne. We are building more than a workforce — we are building a team. At Larrakia Bilirra Group, we understand that our people are the reason our projects succeed. We are committed to maintaining a professional, reliable fleet so our teams can perform at their best. As LBG continues to grow, so do opportunities for people who demonstrate commitment, reliability and leadership.
Competitive hourly rates + overtime + allowances
Ongoing reactive and planned work across metropolitan Melbourne, with regional Victoria work available
Career progression opportunities and ongoing training
Supportive management and experienced leadership
Diverse work for major water authorities, councils and civil contractors
Well-maintained jetting and vac fleet
A professional and safety-focused work environment
Opportunity to grow with a rapidly developing business
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📌 Drain Cleaning & Jetting Operators (Melbourne)
🏢 Larrakia Bilirra Group
📍 Melbourne