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15d ago
- Full time hours- Fun, Outback Experience with a friendly, supportive team- Counts for 88 daysWe are looking for an experienced Cook to join our friendly...
1mth ago
• ASAP start• Long term opportunityLocated on the Victoria Highway, Timber Creek Travellers Rest is 285km west of Katherine and 193km east of the border...
2mth ago
- Full time hours- Fun, Outback Experience with a friendly, supportive team- Counts for 88 daysWe are looking for an experienced Cook to join our friendly...
2mth ago
We require Boilermaker Welders for a workshop in Harvey WAWork is on mining equipmentHarvey is easily accessible via car from Mandurah, Pinjarra and Bunbury...
2mth ago
The team here at Add Business Group are seeking skilled laborers to help deliver a number of key projects building and installing mining camps around Western...
6mth ago
We are searching for experienced site-based riggers & boilermakers for our current and upcoming project works in Sydney.Our clients Construction and Maintenance...
6mth ago
Exploration drilling/ field work. Camping out Good$$ food and accommodation supplied.Must have drivers licence, physically fit and able to pass drug tests and daily...
7mth ago
About UsWe are seeking highly motivated Marketing professionals that are HIGH PERFORMING to create appointments in the Gold Coast region.Ausuntech Solar is a...
11mth ago
We are currently seeking food and beverage staff for our various clients, including catering companies, premium restaurants, and larger events now.POTENTIAL...
1yr+ ago
Hey there travellers!We are seeking our 6th AUPAir to join our adventurous family in North West Regional WA.We are located in a sunny town on the coast...
1yr+ ago
Chefs , Food Service Assistant and FOH - TOP UP for Christmas About UsChefs On The Run find work for Experienced Chefs, Cooks, Catering Assistants, Kitchen...
1yr+ ago
Looking to break into the oil, gas and mining sectors?We are looking for enthusiastic people to assist in our Dalby distribution centre. We supply the industry...
1yr+ ago
You donut have to look far, Compass Group Australia is taking away the hassle of an application process by hosting a rapid open day, interview, medical, and offer all...
1yr+ ago
Rangeland services works in the mining, pastoral and construction industry.Providing small mobile single operator drill rigs and fencing crews to remote sites...
1yr+ ago
A great opportunity exists for a full time, Site Supervisor to join our dedicated team at HEH Civil based in Brisbane.About the roleThe Site Supervisor’s...
1yr+ ago
A great opportunity exists for full time, Site Supervisors to join our dedicated team at HEH Civil based in Cairns.About the roleThe Site Supervisor’s...
1yr+ ago
A great opportunity exists for full time, Site Supervisors to join our dedicated team at HEH Civil based in Cairns.About the roleThe Site Supervisor’s...
1yr+ ago
A great opportunity exists for full time, Plant Operators to join our dedicated team at HEH Civil based in Cairns.About the roleWe are currently looking for...
1yr+ ago
A great opportunity exists for a full time, Project/Site Engineer to join our dedicated team at HEH Civil based in Cairns.About the roleThe Project/Site...
1yr+ ago
A great opportunity exists for a full time, Engineering Project Manager to join our dedicated team at HEH Civil based in Cairns.About the roleThe role of an...
1yr+ ago
1 Full Time receptionist Position available in Doctor's Surgery in remote NSW town of Cobar (Mining Town).Job involves greeting patients, computer skills ie typing...
1yr+ ago
Fender Geophysics is looking for casual field staff on geophysics crews. The role offers great opportunity for travel as we undertake surveys all over Australia and...
1yr+ ago
Pacific Hotels Group is an Australian owned and operated company with 5 hotels across the country, and we are growing!Our Seasons Hotel Newman in the Pilbara is...
1yr+ ago
Does your family have plans to move to the Pilbara region in Western Australia?Has your partner secured a role in the resource sector?Western Australia has...
1yr+ ago
The Gerald Apartment Hotel was established in 2018. We are a 40 room boutique hotel. Included in our venue is Bobs Boutique bar, Old Man & The Sea – Rooftop Bar and...
1yr+ ago
The Cambridge Kununurra, is undergoing major renovations to become the hotel of choice, so we are calling out to all Chef de Parties … we want you!Our newly...
1yr+ ago
CELLAR DOOR TEAM MEMBER POSITIONSituated in the heart of our Byron Bay Hinterland farm, amongst lush subtropical rainforest, Cape Byron Distillery is creating a...
2yr+ ago
The Marvel Loch Hotel is located 28km from Southern Cross and a thriving mining community.We are looking for motivated bar staff to join our friendly team.RSA...
2yr+ ago
Parkside is a 70 plus year old large company with divisions in saw milling, timber manufacturing, land and property development, home construction and retirement...
2yr+ ago
Work for an innovative processing company that specialised in land rehabilitation and recovery, if you have a hands on attitude and love to know more how to care about...
2yr+ ago
We are looking for a draftsperson for 3-12 months using DraftSight Professional/Ares commander. The primary focus of your role will be to modify and re-produce...
2yr+ ago
WANTED FOR IMMEDIATE STARTWorking in a small exploration team in central NSW as an exploration field hand, duties include:Cooking, cleaning, assist field...
2yr+ ago
We are currently looking for a cleaner with a strong attention to detail to do approximately ten to twelve hours of cleaning per week. You will be required to clean...
3yr+ ago
* Every weekend off*2 long weekends off per month*Car to use on your days off to get away on weekendsHello future Au Pair!We are a family of five who...
3yr+ ago
We are looking for a friendly, reliable cook to work the weekends and could be more hours if wanted at our little cafe in outback opal mining town of Lightning Ridge NSW
3yr+ ago
Maspro Engineering manufactures after-market spare /replacement parts for the mining industry, while also providing repairs and services. Headquartered in Condobolin,...
3yr+ ago
We are a family of 4 living in Moranbah, looking for our next au pair to look after our two children ages 2 and 1 on a 7 days on 7 off roster.Accomodation - large...
3yr+ ago
Drillers Offsiders for immediate start.Work in various locations across regional WA. Accommodation and meals included.Precision Exploration Drilling (PXD) are...
3yr+ ago
Looking for our first Au Pair to join our family preferably longer term!Come to outback Roxby Downs South Australia!Enjoy a beautiful desert experience in a...
3yr+ ago
The Old Man & the Sea Rooftop Baris an exciting and unique boutique bar licensed for up to 250 people, overlooking Geraldton and Australia’s Coral Coast....
3yr+ ago
A remote roadhouse/pub/restaurant is looking for an experienced & qualified Cook/Chef to join their team starting from 17th July 2020.This is a 6-12 month...
3yr+ ago
Dear Future Au Pair,We are seeking our Seventh amazing Aupair to join our family around August 2020.We live in a beautiful mining town in Port Hedland,...
3yr+ ago
⭐️Commence 5th June 2020⭐️6 months position⭐️Weekends off. And bonus every second Friday off. And a whole week off in end of June.⭐️36hrs/week....
3yr+ ago
Benang Energy is an emerging Infrastructure services provider focused on sustainable solutions within the Utilities, Construction & Mining & Resources Sectors. Benang...
4yr+ ago
Abandoned mining camp/resort cleanup in Newman.Starting early December.Looking for upto 4x fit and able people for moving furniture, removing rubbish etc.Cash...
4yr+ ago
Building Careers Australia is on the lookout for Trade Qualified Chefs for an immediate start to work on large and small mine sites throughout Western Australia....
4yr+ ago
Looking for another great member to join our team in outback nsw. Must have RSA and rcg or willing to obtain one.meals and accomodation included with a great weekly...
5yr+ ago
****PUB/HOTEL ALLROUNDERS WANTED***The Great western hotel in cobar are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our family.The role will consist of bar...
5yr+ ago
Aupair Required - 22 years +- Full time- Minimum 2 days off per week- Private furnished bedroom/bathroom detached from the house- Own car for transporting...
5yr+ ago
WANTED for IMMEDIATE START.......work valid for 2nd Year Visa Extension.Working with an exploration team in central NSW based at a Homestead near Cobar.Your role...
5yr+ ago
Are you looking for a unique Australian Au Pair job - wanting to earn some money to go towards your next travels? This is a job you do not want to go past! We are a...
5yr+ ago
Saltbush Contracting Pty Ltd is a privately owned contracting firm providing a diverse range of civil services, haulage capabilities and Plant and Equipment hire to...
5yr+ ago
Looking for our first AU Pair to join our little family starting in February 2018 for a short term of 6-12 weeks before our long term AU pair can arrive.Hi, we...
5yr+ ago
We require an energetic happy person to help us run a beautiful old Historic hotel in a Outback Gold mining town in North Queensland.Accommodation and all meals...
5yr+ ago
Perth Recruitment Services are urgently looking for a mechanical trade's assistant to fill a short term role (up to three weeks) in a clean modern workshop in Canning...
Mining Jobs in Australia
We can all agree that Australia is big and empty. Unless you know what you're looking for...
The truth is that Australia is very mineral rich. From coal and iron ore to some of the world's most sought-after gems, Australia's mining industry is one of the biggest in the world, which is great news for backpackers on a 417 or 462 visa looking for work.
Where are most mining jobs located?
Australian mining jobs aren't exactly in convenient locations. Most of the jobs are found in regional, hard to access parts of the Australian mainland - places where minerals have been left to slow cook for millions of years, and where the opening of a huge open cut mine won't be met by much, if any, resistance. Mount Isa, Queensland's largest mining town, is a 20 hour drive from the state capital of Brisbane, for example.
With the greatest amount of land at their disposal, it makes sense that Australia's two biggest states, Western Australia and Queensland, are the country's mining powerhouses.
What are FIFO jobs?
If you're looking for a mining job, you've probably heard the term FIFO, which stands for 'fly in, fly out'. Because most Australian mining jobs are seriously remote, it makes sense for mining companies to fly their workers in and have them work non-stop for weeks at a time, before flying them out again for an extended break.
A FIFO worker's schedule will depend on the company and the job. Some FIFO workers will work two weeks on before getting two weeks off, others will have three on and one off, etc.
What mining jobs are available to working holidaymakers?
While many mining jobs require a university-level education, there are a number of entry-level positions open to willing working holidaymakers that require no experience. Examples include:
- Labourer: Such a large scale project as a mine needs plenty of hired hands to do simple labouring tasks.
- Truck driver: Ever felt the desire to drive a vehicle as big as a house? Being a driver on a mine site grants you the opportunity!
- Cleaner: Things can get dirty and dusty on a mine site, and someone's got to clean it!
- Admin/ in-office jobs: If you're not a fan of dirt under the nails, there are always a wealth of in-office roles available, including administration, payroll, procurement, reception and scheduling.
What qualifications are needed?
When you combine big machinery with a notable lack of medical facilities, safety becomes all the more important. Mining sites are some of the most red tape filled workplaces in the world, and for good reason.
The 'tickets' - the qualifications and licences - that you'll need will depend on the job that you're going for. As a minimum you'll have to show a white card, the same card necessary to step foot on any construction site in Australia, and a police security clearance.
From there the necessary tickets become job-specific, like a heavy vehicle (sometimes called a 'heavy rigid' or HR) licence for drivers. The necessary tickets should be stated on the job description.
If you get through the first few stages of the interview process, you'll most likely be asked to undergo a pre-employment medical to ensure that you are fit to work in what can often be challenging conditions.
What is the pay like?
In short? Really good.
If you're willing to put up with the less desirable aspects of the job, you can often earn more as an entry-level worker in the mines as you can as a highly trained professional in the city. It's common for a cleaner or labourer to earn $40 an hour - double Australia's world-leading minimum wage. On top of that, many mining jobs, in particular FIFO, will see living expenses like accommodation and food paid for. You also won't be tempted by a trip to the mall or cinema, because there is no mall or cinema.
Pros and cons of mining jobs
So, is a mining job the right choice for you, the working holidaymaker? Let's sum up the pros and cons.
Pros
- Great pay
- Counts as specified work for your second and third year visas
- Living costs are often taken care of
- Forced saving, as there's minimal temptation to spend
- Work hard, play hard: extended breaks for FIFO workers
Cons
- Away from civilisation (perhaps a pro to some!)
- Limited ways to unwind and relax outside of work hours
- FIFO workers will work for weeks at a time (before getting an extended break)
- Work and live with a small group of people
So while Australian mining jobs are terrific for your bank balance and your visa extension, the more human sides of the job can be a challenge.
The pay and limited amount of jobs can mean it's a competitive space to get work in. But if you can, there's almost no better way for a working holidaymaker to make good, fast money.