Go FIFO: Your Complete Guide to FIFO Work in Australia
Go FIFO is Australia’s leading guide to Fly-In Fly-Out work. Whether you are thinking about joining the FIFO lifestyle or you already work on site, this is where you will find practical information, real insights, and up-to-date guides on every aspect of the industry.
Our mission is to make the FIFO world easier to understand. From training and rosters to pay rates, camp life, and mental health, we break it all down in one place. Go FIFO is not a job board. It is an educational resource built for real workers, students, and anyone curious about how this unique workforce keeps Australia running.
What Is FIFO Work?
FIFO (Fly-In Fly-Out) work is a system where employees are flown from their home city to remote job sites for a set roster period, such as two weeks on and one week off. It is common in mining, oil and gas, construction, and energy projects located far from major towns.
Workers live in fully equipped camps with meals, private rooms, gyms, and social spaces. The lifestyle offers high salaries and structured time off but also requires resilience and strong mental balance.
Read our full guide: [What Is FIFO Work in Australia?]
What Is FIFO Work?
Go FIFO’s core library is built around comprehensive guides that explain every part of the industry in detail.
FIFO Rosters Explained: 2:1, 8:6, 14:7 and More
FIFO Salary Guide by Role and State (2026)
FIFO Mental Health and Wellbeing Guide
Top Training Courses and Licences for FIFO Workers
Safety Standards and Rules on FIFO Sites
Life in FIFO Camps: Food, Facilities, and Daily Routines
Each guide is written to help new and experienced workers make informed choices, understand site life, and prepare for success.
Industries That Use FIFO Work
FIFO employment exists across several major Australian industries:
Mining and Resources
Iron ore, gold, lithium, nickel, coal, and copper mining across Western Australia and Queensland.
Oil and Gas
Onshore and offshore LNG operations including Gorgon, Wheatstone, and Ichthys.
Construction and Infrastructure
Civil works, road building, rail networks, and energy infrastructure.
Renewable Energy and Critical Minerals
Key Regions for FIFO Jobs
FIFO work is spread across some of the most remote and productive regions in Australia.
Western Australia
Pilbara (Karratha, Port Hedland, Newman, Tom Price, Paraburdoo), Goldfields (Kalgoorlie, Leonora), and Gascoyne Coast (Onslow).
Queensland
Bowen Basin, Surat Basin, Mount Isa, Townsville, and Gladstone.
Northern Territory
Darwin and the offshore gas hubs around the Timor Sea.
South Australia
Roxby Downs and the Olympic Dam operation.
Each area has its own industry focus, average salaries, and preferred roster patterns.
Training and Qualifications
Before you can step onto a site, you need the right certifications. Go FIFO’s training section explains what courses are essential, who provides them, and how much they cost.
Popular Courses and Licences:
Working Safely at Heights
Gas Test Atmospheres
First Aid and CPR
High Risk Work Licences (Crane, Forklift, EWP)
Each guide includes Australian training providers, course durations, and pathways for both entry-level and advanced professionals.
Company Profiles
One of Go FIFO’s most visited sections is our collection of company guides. Each one explores how Australia’s biggest employers operate, what they offer, and how they compare.
Featured Companies:
Roy Hill (Hancock Prospecting)
Chevron (Gorgon and Wheatstone)
Northern Star Resources
IGO Limited
Evolution Mining
Each profile includes company culture, types of FIFO roles, safety performance, camp quality, and average salaries.
Entry-Level Opportunities
Not everyone starts with trade or technical qualifications. Entry-level FIFO jobs such as cleaning, catering, groundskeeping, and driving can be the perfect gateway into the industry.
Go FIFO provides dedicated guides for:
Utility and Camp Attendant Roles
Bus Driver and Transport Roles
Storeperson and Warehouse Jobs
Groundskeeper and Camp Maintenance
Waste Management and Janitorial Work
These pages include average pay, roster details, and training requirements for beginners.
