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Cleaner

Maintain accommodation, kitchens and common areas on FIFO and remote camps.

Estimated Salary: $70,000 - $100,000+ per year

Salary & Career Insights

What can I realistically earn as a Cleaner?

Typical Salary Range

$70,000 - $100,000+

per year, before tax

Entry Level$70,000 – $80,000
Experienced$85,000 – $100,000

Typical Rosters

2:18:6

Industries

MiningRemote CampsConstruction

Career Growth

Starting Role

Cleaner

Next Role

Leading Hand

Advanced Role

Camp Manager

Salary information is indicative only. Actual earnings depend on location, employer, experience, qualifications and market demand.

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What Is This Job?

FIFO Cleaners keep camps hygienic and safe. You will clean rooms, kitchens, ablutions and shared spaces to site health and safety standards.

Typical Duties
  • Room and bathroom cleaning
  • Kitchen and dining cleaning
  • Restocking amenities and linen
  • Following site hygiene standards
Day In The Life
  1. Pre-shift toolbox meeting
  2. Clean assigned rooms and bathrooms
  3. Lunch break in the mess
  4. Afternoon common area and dining cleaning
  5. Finish shift, dinner, rest
Typical Rosters
  • 2/1 rosters common
  • 8/6 rosters on some sites
Physical Requirements
  • Standing and bending for long periods
  • Repetitive lifting and pushing trolleys
  • Comfortable using cleaning chemicals safely
Common Employers
  • Sodexo
  • Compass / ESS
  • Civeo
  • Spotless / Downer

Employer names are listed for general information. FIFO Go is not affiliated with these companies.

Where Do They Work?
MinesRemote CampsProcessing PlantsConstruction Camps
Common Entry Pathways
  • Often hired without FIFO experience
  • Hospitality or commercial cleaning helps
FIFO Readiness Impact

Great first FIFO role. Demonstrates reliability and gives you the site experience needed for progression.

Career Progression
Cleaner
Senior Cleaner
Leading Hand
Cleaning Supervisor
Camp Manager
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Who This Job Suits
  • People new to FIFO
  • Hotel and commercial cleaners
  • Workers who enjoy routine work
Common Questions

Is it physical?

Yes. Expect long shifts on your feet and repetitive movements.

Do I need a White Card?

Not always required for camp cleaners, but it improves access to more sites.

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