Jetfloat Operator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 9, 2026.
If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us!
The Role
Our Koroit site manufactures a range of dairy products including skimmed and full cream milk powders, buttermilk powders, milk protein concentrate, lactoferrin powder, retail milk powders, anhydrous milk fat, liquid cream and butter. The site produces a staggering 35 tonnes of lactoferrin extract annually!
The Jetfloat Operator is responsible for the operation and monitoring of wastewater treatment, recycled water irrigation and environmental systems across our Koroit manufacturing site. Working closely with site personnel and contractors, the role includes environmental testing, chemical treatment, troubleshooting, irrigation management and maintenance of environmental assets to support safe, compliant and efficient operations. The role additionally requires general maintenance of the Factory Grounds including cleaning and gardening.
This role is fixed term, full time until December 2027. This is based on site 5 days a week during normal operating hours.
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor wastewater treatment, irrigation reuse and Jetfloat systems.
- Conduct environmental testing, inspections and compliance monitoring.
- Manage chemical systems, inventories and safe handling procedures.
- Coordinate maintenance activities across environmental equipment and infrastructure.
- Maintain site grounds, drainage systems and environmental assets, including solids removal.
About you
- Experience working in wastewater treatment, environmental compliance, agriculture or industrial operations.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
- Knowledge of centre pivot pumps and irrigation systems, and general farm operations advantageous.
- Forklift and Tractor licence desirable as well as chemical handling experience desirable.
- Strong communication skills and problem solving.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Bega Group Story
Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Dareon the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.
Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and over 3000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!
Life at Bega Group
Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.
- Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
- Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
- Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
- Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
- Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance
Applications
The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical.
Must hold a current Australian driver’s license.
At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.
We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.