Brunel specialises in international recruitment, representing numerous leading companies in the mining industry. With a team of seasoned recruiters spread across Australia, USA, India, and Canada, we are well-equipped to assist you in finding FIFO job opportunities worldwide. On this page you’ll find more information about FIFO (Fly-In-Fly-Out) work.
What are FIFO jobs?
FIFO, or "Fly-in-fly-out," refers to a work arrangement where workers travel to a job site to complete their tasks, usually over the course of a week or two, before returning home once the job is finished.
This work setup is commonly employed for jobs in rural or remote areas that are not easily accessible by regular commuting means.
While on the job, FIFO workers have their accommodation, meals, and sometimes recreational activities covered by their employer. The pay for these roles is usually higher to compensate for the inconveniences of being away from home.
Current FIFO jobs in Australia
Cable Bolt Operator Specialist
Location: Brisbane
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 4 years
As a Cable Bolt Operator, you will be responsible for installing cable bolts to secure mine roofs and walls in underground mining operations. Your role will involve operating machinery and equipment to safely and efficiently install cable bolts according to project specifications. You will work closely with the mining team to ensure that all safety procedures are followed and production targets are met.
Frontline Jumbo Operator Specialist
Location: Brisbane
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 4 years
As a Frontline Jumbo Operator Specialist, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining jumbo drill rigs to assist in the excavation and drilling processes at our mining site in PNG. You will work closely with the mining team to ensure safe and efficient drilling operations, following all relevant safety protocols and procedures. Your role will be crucial in ensuring the success of our mining projects.
Mining System Application Support Analyst
Location: Perth
Branche: Information Technology
Expertise: IT & Shared Services
Experience: 2 years
As a Mining Systems Application Support Analyst, you will play a key role in keeping Autonomous Mining Systems technology updated, reliable, and running smoothly. You will be the first point of contact for application support, working on-site to maintain uptime and performance while collaborating with Product teams in Perth and Operations teams at site. Key resonsibilities: Ensure system uptime and stability on site, restoring services quickly and managing communications with affected users. Act as the primary on-site contact for software users, technicians, and product development teams. Deploy, configure, and maintain Fleet Management System applications and services, including during planned outages. Configure and maintain monitoring, alerting, and logging tools to ensure overall system health. Proactively respond to system alerts, troubleshoot issues, and escalate to appropriate teams as needed. Perform routine Linux system administration, ensuring compliance with internal security standards. Provide L1 and L2 technical support to manage inquiries and application support issues. Document and improve support processes, monitoring practices, and change management procedures. Collaborate with Product Managers and Owners on system upgrades, bug fixes, and issue resolution.
Production Operator
Location: Perth
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 4 years
As part of the Production Operator Team, your responsibilities will include: Operate a range of heavy mobile equipment in a safe and efficient manner to support mining operations. Work within a production team to ensure daily targets and productivity metrics are met. Conduct pre-start inspections and report faults or safety concerns immediately. Maintain a strong commitment to safety and follow Rio Tinto's HSE standards and procedures. Communicate effectively with supervisors, dispatch, and maintenance teams to ensure efficient operations. Accurately complete daily production records and documentation. Maintain housekeeping of machines and work areas.
Structural Project Manager
Location: Christmas Creek
Branche: Mining
Expertise: HR & Recruiting
Experience: 0 years
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Structural Project Manager to support structural engineering and project delivery activities for ore processing facilities (OPF). This role will oversee structural assessments, design reviews, and compliance activities, while working closely with stakeholders, consultants, and project teams to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality outcomes. Key Responsibilities Perform structural calculations and engineering assessments in line with relevant Australian Standards. Attend and contribute to stakeholder meetings with operations, capital projects, and external consultancies. Assess existing structures using structural modelling tools (e.g., SpaceGass), including vibration and fatigue analysis. Develop finite element (FE) models and perform analysis for steel structures. Review design and calculation reports prepared by external consultants and inspectors. Prepare sketches and proposals for strengthening and modifying existing assets. Conduct inspections under structural integrity management plans to support scope development for capital projects. Review documentation and packages prepared by structural engineering teams. Collaborate with compliance, engineering, and project management teams to ensure effective project delivery.
Types of FIFO jobs
In the mining sector, there are diverse FIFO (Fly-in Fly-out) job opportunities available. These roles cover various technical areas, including design, engineering, maintenance, finance and management.
For individuals with an engineering or scientific education, these roles are accessible:
- Project Engineers
- Project Managers
- Chemists
- Petrologists
- Geochemists
- Surveyors
- Various mining technicians
Those with expertise in high-tech equipment and mechanical skills can find opportunities such as:
- Mechanics
- Machinists
- Drafters
- Electricians
- Instrumentation technicians
Specific FIFO roles in mining include:
- Operators who handle heavy machinery
- Rig Geologists responsible for geological assessments
- Electrical Engineers involved in the electrical systems and infrastructure of mining operations
These FIFO jobs offer unique opportunities to work in remote mining sites while contributing to the dynamic and crucial mining industry.
FIFO mining jobs in Australia
Looking for FIFO jobs in the Australian mining industry? Look no further than Brunel. We are a reputable recruitment agency that specialises in placing workers in top Australian open cut and underground mining operations across various locations, including Barrow Island, Chinchilla, Gunnedah Basin and Perth.
FIFO jobs are a popular choice for individuals seeking a unique work arrangement. At Brunel, we offer a range of FIFO positions with different roster and travel configurations to cater to your specific needs. Whether you prefer Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO), Drive-In Drive-Out (DIDO), or Bus-In Bus-Out (BIBO), we have opportunities available for you. Some sites also provide camp accommodation and meals for the convenience of workers.
We understand that developing a successful career in the mining industry requires the right job fit. That's why we specialise in recruiting for FIFO roles in various phases of mining, ensuring you find the perfect position. Here are some examples of FIFO jobs we offer at Brunel:
East Australia
- Heavy Earthmoving Equipment Operators
- Mining Operators
- Trade people, e.g. Fixed plant trades (Fitters, Electricians)
- Mobile Plant trades (HD Fitter, Auto Electrician)
- Boilermaker/fabricators
- Health Safety and Environment Specialists
- Operations Supervision – OCE/SSE/Superintendents
- Mining Engineers all disciplines
West Australia
- Geologists & Hydrogeologist
- Mining Engineer
- Process Engineers
- Project Managers
- Electricians
- HD Fitters
- Auto Electricians (heavy equipment)
- Geotechnical Engineers
- Reliability Engineers
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