FIFO Cleaner Jobs : Salaries, Rosters and Site Benefits
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Explore FIFO cleaning roles offering rostered work, mine-site accommodation and competitive pay. Compare salaries, departure points and entry requirements.
How Much Can FIFO Cleaners Earn?
The opportunities above may include mine-site cleaning, camp housekeeping and utility roles across Western Australia, Queensland and South Australia.
Current advertised pay varies by employer, location and roster:
FIFO RoleIndicative Advertised PayCasual mine-site cleaner | Around A$38–A$44 per hour |
Full-time FIFO cleaner | Around A$80,000–A$95,000 per year |
FIFO utility all-rounder | Around A$85,000–A$100,000 per year |
Cleaning or utility supervisor | Salary varies with experience and roster |
Higher advertised pay can involve longer shifts, night work or additional kitchen and hospitality duties. Always compare total hours, superannuation and employment status.
Which FIFO Role Suits You?
FIFO cleaning vacancies may appear under several job titles.
Mine-site cleaners generally clean offices, amenities and operational facilities.
Camp housekeepers service accommodation rooms, bathrooms, linen and shared areas.
Utility all-rounders may rotate between housekeeping, cleaning, laundry, kitchen and dining-room duties.
Utility roles can offer more vacancies, but applicants must be comfortable completing different tasks during each shift.
Choose the Right Roster
Common FIFO rosters include:
RosterHow It Works7/7 | Seven days working followed by seven days off |
8/6 | Eight days working followed by six days off |
14/7 | Two weeks working followed by one week off |
14/14 | Two weeks working followed by two weeks off |
Site shifts may last 10–12 hours and can include nights, weekends and public holidays. A high annual salary should be considered alongside the total hours and time spent away from home.
Are Flights, Meals and Accommodation Included?
Many FIFO employers provide accommodation and meals while workers are on site. Flights or transport may also be supplied from a nominated point of hire.
Before applying, confirm whether the package includes:
- Flights to and from the work site
- Camp accommodation
- Meals during the roster
- Uniform and personal protective equipment
- Airport-to-site transport
- Paid travel time
A position advertised as “FIFO from Perth” may require applicants to live in Perth and reach the airport at their own expense. Other roles may recruit from Brisbane, Adelaide or selected regional locations.
Are You Ready for FIFO Work?
Applicants may need:
- Australian working rights
- A full Australian driver licence
- Police clearance
- Pre-employment medical assessment
- Drug and alcohol screening
- Commercial cleaning or hospitality experience
- Ability to work long shifts in a remote location
Some entry-level positions accept applicants without previous FIFO experience. However, previous cleaning, housekeeping, kitchen or hospitality experience may improve the chance of progressing through recruitment.
Check the Complete Job Offer
Before submitting an application, compare:
- Salary or hourly rate
- Roster and daily shift length
- Departure city
- Flights and accommodation
- Cleaning-only or utility duties
- Permanent or casual employment
- Required licences and checks
FIFO work can offer competitive pay and extended periods away from work, but remote living and long shifts do not suit everyone.
Review current FIFO cleaner opportunities to find roles matching your preferred roster, departure location and experience.
Salary, benefits and roster arrangements vary by employer. Confirm all conditions directly with the employer before applying or providing personal information.