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Mining Jobs in Cairns
Cairns is a genuine FIFO hub. Cairns Airport runs regular charter and commercial flights to mine sites across Queensland, the Northern Territory and Western Australia, which means locals can work a fly-in fly-out roster while keeping their home base in the tropics.
Mining work from Cairns covers machine operators, drillers, trades assistants, electricians, fitters, cooks and cleaners for camps, safety officers and site administrators. There are also drive-in drive-out options at operations within reach of Far North Queensland.
FIFO rosters commonly run on patterns like two weeks on and one week off, and remuneration generally sits well above equivalent town-based roles. Entry-level camp and catering positions can be a practical way in if you have no previous site experience. Browse current mining and resources listings below and apply directly.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you do FIFO from Cairns?
Yes. Cairns Airport services regular FIFO routes to mine sites in Queensland, the Northern Territory and beyond. Many Cairns locals work FIFO rosters while living in the Far North.
How do I get a mining job with no experience?
Entry-level paths include camp catering and cleaning, trades assistant roles and traffic control. A white card, a driver licence and a clean drug and alcohol screen are the usual minimum requirements.
What tickets help for mining work?
Commonly requested tickets include a white card, Standard 11 mining induction, forklift or high-risk work licences, and heavy vehicle licences. Employers list required tickets in each ad.