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Vehicle Detailer

Trayne Consulting

Ballina, Byron Bay

About the CompanyEverything Fleet (a new division of Jonday Holdings) is an Australian owned and operated company that have been supplying vehicles to some of the...

New 1d ago

About the CompanyEverything Fleet (a new division of Jonday Holdings) is an Australian owned and operated company that have been supplying vehicles to some of the...

Geological Field Assistant

Munro Geological Services

Barraba, New South Wales

Munro Geological is looking for a Geological Field assistant to help with an exploration project in the Barraba area of New South Wales.The role will include soil...

New 1d ago

Munro Geological is looking for a Geological Field assistant to help with an exploration project in the Barraba area of New South Wales.The role will include soil...

Telecommunications Linesworker

Koinonia Enterprises HQ

Revesby, New South Wales

KOINONIA is a leading end-to-end communication services solutions provider across Australia in Wireless and fixed line telecommunication Networks. We are an ISO 14100,...

18d ago

KOINONIA is a leading end-to-end communication services solutions provider across Australia in Wireless and fixed line telecommunication Networks. We are an ISO 14100,...

Non-skilled Labourer

Group 6 Metals Limited

King Island, Tasmania

Job DescriptionGroup 6 Metals Limited is currently seeking dedicated, hard working and reliable individuals to join our processing team at the Dolphin Tungsten Mine...

24d ago

Job DescriptionGroup 6 Metals Limited is currently seeking dedicated, hard working and reliable individuals to join our processing team at the Dolphin Tungsten Mine...

Vehicle Detailer

Trayne Consulting

Eagle Farm, Brisbane

About the CompanyEverything Fleet (a new division of Jonday Holdings) is an Australian owned and operated company that have been supplying vehicles to some of the...

28d ago

About the CompanyEverything Fleet (a new division of Jonday Holdings) is an Australian owned and operated company that have been supplying vehicles to some of the...

 

Boilermaker Or Welder

Dawsons Engineering

Cairns, Queensland

Calling all international tradies to work in beautiful Cairns North Queensland - Boilermaker or WeldersDawsons Engineering has a minimum of 6 months full time work...

Calling all international tradies to work in beautiful Cairns North Queensland - Boilermaker or WeldersDawsons Engineering has a minimum of 6 months full time work...

Food & Beverage Supervisor

Risby Cove

Strahan, Tasmania

Risby Cove is seeking an experienced and creative Food & Beverage andEvents supervisor to join its growing team of hospitality professionals in thepicturesque...

1mth ago

Risby Cove is seeking an experienced and creative Food & Beverage andEvents supervisor to join its growing team of hospitality professionals in thepicturesque...

Sponsorship Opportunity - Restaurant Manager Or F&b Supervisor

Miners Rest Motel

SOMERVILLE, Western Australia

The Miners Rest Motel is seeking a supervisor to join our front-of-house team. We are a high-volume motel with dining and bar facilities in the heart of Kalgoorlie....

1mth ago

The Miners Rest Motel is seeking a supervisor to join our front-of-house team. We are a high-volume motel with dining and bar facilities in the heart of Kalgoorlie....

 

Get an Internation Student Visa

Free Course Consulation

Want to stay longer in Australia? Convert your working holiday to an International Student Visa (subclass 500). Get a free student consultation to get the best advice on which course, where to study and how much it costs.

Want to stay longer in Australia? Convert your working holiday to an International Student Visa (subclass 500). Get a free student consultation to get the best advice on which course, where to study and how much it costs.

Housekeeping/ Kitchen Hand

Moorvale Earthmoving

Coppabella, Queensland

Need a experienced housekeeper who can commit to more than 6 or more months.This is a 8/6 roster. 10 hours a day. You need a driver's License for this job ....

1mth ago

Need a experienced housekeeper who can commit to more than 6 or more months.This is a 8/6 roster. 10 hours a day. You need a driver's License for this job ....

 

October Aupair Wanted **regional Wa Port Hedland

Hinds

PORT HEDLAND, Western Australia

Hey there Travellers!**FEMALES ONLY**We are on the search for our next Female Aupair! This will be our 9th aupair we’ve hosted.We require an aupair to join...

2mth ago

Hey there Travellers!**FEMALES ONLY**We are on the search for our next Female Aupair! This will be our 9th aupair we’ve hosted.We require an aupair to join...

Non-skilled Labourer

Group 6 Metals Limited

King Island, Tasmania

Group 6 Metals Limited is currently seeking dedicated, hard working and reliable individuals to join our processing team at the Dolphin Tungsten Mine on King Island on...

2mth ago

Group 6 Metals Limited is currently seeking dedicated, hard working and reliable individuals to join our processing team at the Dolphin Tungsten Mine on King Island on...

Travel Registered Nurse

Zonda

Sydney

Are you looking to explore regional Australia while enhancing your skills and earning an above-award rate? Travel nursing might be for you!We are on the hunt for...

3mth ago

Are you looking to explore regional Australia while enhancing your skills and earning an above-award rate? Travel nursing might be for you!We are on the hunt for...

Utility . Housekeeping ?kitchen Hand

Moorvale Earthmoving

Coppabella, South West QLD

Utility needed for a small mining camp in coppabella, Moranbah . Sunday, Monday and Tuesdays at this stage

3mth ago

Utility needed for a small mining camp in coppabella, Moranbah . Sunday, Monday and Tuesdays at this stage

Drafter - Architectural / Structural - Inventor

Staff-Net

Bibra Lake, Western Australia

The CompanyOur client manufactures and hires out mobile accommodation camps, supplying to the mining, emergency services, oil & gas and energy industries,...

3mth ago

The CompanyOur client manufactures and hires out mobile accommodation camps, supplying to the mining, emergency services, oil & gas and energy industries,...

 

Tax Refund Calculator - Claim Your Tax Back

Working Holiday Tax Calculator

The average backpacker tax refund is $2,600. The Australia tax year ends in June. Calculate your tax refund using our quick online tool.

The average backpacker tax refund is $2,600. The Australia tax year ends in June. Calculate your tax refund using our quick online tool.

Wanneroo Rental

Wanneroo Rental

Wangara WA, Perth

Explore the stunning landscapes of Western Australia effortlessly with Wanneroo Rentals, your trusted source for vehicle hire in Perth. Whether you're planning a...

4mth ago

Explore the stunning landscapes of Western Australia effortlessly with Wanneroo Rentals, your trusted source for vehicle hire in Perth. Whether you're planning a...

Chef/cook

Northern Interests Pty Ltd

Marla, South Australia

• ASAP start• Sponsorship available• Counts for Visa ExtensionMarla Traveller's Rest is a sprawling roadhouse, hotel and motel, restaurant, service...

4mth ago

• ASAP start• Sponsorship available• Counts for Visa ExtensionMarla Traveller's Rest is a sprawling roadhouse, hotel and motel, restaurant, service...

 

Mackay Event - Labourers And Forklift Drivers Required

CG Recruitment

Mackay, Airlie Beach & Whitsundays

We are searching for casual events staff in the Mackay region for setup / dismantling of Australia's largest mining expo!CASUAL EVENTS WORK - White Card Required...

We are searching for casual events staff in the Mackay region for setup / dismantling of Australia's largest mining expo!CASUAL EVENTS WORK - White Card Required...

Exploration Drillers Assistant

Durock Drilling Pty Ltd

Dubbo, New South Wales

Durock Drilling Pty Ltd is an Exploration Drilling company based in Dubbo NSW, that services clients Australia wide. Durock Drilling specialises in Reverse Circulation...

5mth ago

Durock Drilling Pty Ltd is an Exploration Drilling company based in Dubbo NSW, that services clients Australia wide. Durock Drilling specialises in Reverse Circulation...

 

Regional Wa Aupair Needed

Hinds

Port Hedland, Western Australia

Hey there travellers!We are on the search for our next Female Aupair! This will be our 8th aupair we've hosted.We require an aupair to join our family from mid...

7mth ago

Hey there travellers!We are on the search for our next Female Aupair! This will be our 8th aupair we've hosted.We require an aupair to join our family from mid...

Medical Practice Receptionist

Karalasingham

Cobar , NSW, New South Wales

1 Full Time receptionist Position available in Doctor's Surgery in remote NSW town of Cobar (Mining Town).Current vacancy needing a person ASAP.Job involves...

9mth ago

1 Full Time receptionist Position available in Doctor's Surgery in remote NSW town of Cobar (Mining Town).Current vacancy needing a person ASAP.Job involves...

Retail Manager - Supermarket

Mataranka Supermarket

Mataranka, Northern Territory

• Serves customers by training staff and purchasing and displaying products.• Trains store staff by delivering training sessions, reviewing coaching needs with...

9mth ago

• Serves customers by training staff and purchasing and displaying products.• Trains store staff by delivering training sessions, reviewing coaching needs with...

Electrical And Carpentry Trades Assistant

Add Business Group

Orange Grove, Perth

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...

1yr+ 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...

Site Riggers:

Payworx

Sydney

We are searching for experienced site-based riggers & boilermakers for our current and upcoming project works in Sydney.Our clients Construction and Maintenance...

1yr+ ago

We are searching for experienced site-based riggers & boilermakers for our current and upcoming project works in Sydney.Our clients Construction and Maintenance...

Exploration Drilling Offsider/field Assistant

Colling Exploration Pty Ltd

pinecreek, Darwin

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...

1yr+ 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...

Immediate Start!! Gold Coast Only!! Leads Generation Sales Role!

Ausuntech Energy

Labrador, Gold Coast

About UsWe are seeking highly motivated Marketing professionals that are HIGH PERFORMING to create appointments in the Gold Coast region.Ausuntech Solar is a...

1yr+ 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...

 

Urgent - April Aupair Nw Wa

Hinds

Port Hedland, Western Australia

Hey there travellers!*** please only apply if you can wait for a start date of Mid April and can commit til at least July.We are seeking our 6th AUPAir to...

1yr+ ago

Hey there travellers!*** please only apply if you can wait for a start date of Mid April and can commit til at least July.We are seeking our 6th AUPAir to...

Food & Beverage Staff

Flexi Staff

East Perth, Perth

We are currently seeking food and beverage staff for our various clients, including catering companies, premium restaurants, and larger events now.POTENTIAL...

1yr+ ago

We are currently seeking food and beverage staff for our various clients, including catering companies, premium restaurants, and larger events now.POTENTIAL...

April Aupair - Regional Wa

Hinds

Hedland, Western Australia

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...

2yr+ 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...

 

Chefs , Food Service Assistant And Foh

Chefs on the Run Australia

melbourne, Victoria

Chefs , Food Service Assistant and FOH - TOP UP for Christmas About UsChefs On The Run find work for Experienced Chefs, Cooks, Catering Assistants, Kitchen...

Chefs , Food Service Assistant and FOH - TOP UP for Christmas About UsChefs On The Run find work for Experienced Chefs, Cooks, Catering Assistants, Kitchen...

Warehouse Picker/ Helper

Pipe Ex

Dalby, Queensland

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...

2yr+ 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...

Site Supervisor

Bird

Brisbane, Queensland

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...

2yr+ 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...

Site Supervisors

Bird

Cairns, Queensland

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...

2yr+ 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...

Site Supervisors

Bird

Cairns, Queensland

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...

2yr+ 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...

Plant Operators

Bird

Cairns, Queensland

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...

2yr+ 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...

Project/site Engineer

Bird

Cairns, Queensland

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...

2yr+ 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...

Engineering Project Manager

Bird

Cairns, Queensland

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...

2yr+ 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...

Geophysics Team Member

Fender Geophysics

Artarmon, New South Wales

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...

2yr+ 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...

 

Food And Beverage/housekeeping

Seasons Hotel Newman

Newman, Western Australia

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...

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...

Early Childhood Educator

Thriving Futures

Port Hedland Western Australia, Western Australia

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...

2yr+ 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...

Bar Staff / Supervisor

The Gerald Apartment Hotel

Geralton, Western Australia

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...

2yr+ 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...

Chef De Partie

The Cambridge Kununurra

Kununurra, Western Australia

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...

2yr+ 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...

Mining Jobs in Australia

We can all agree that Australia is big and empty. Unless you know what you're looking for...

Mining Jobs No Experience
Find Mining Jobs in Australia

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.