Fifo Salary in Perth (2026)

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Fifos in Perth earn a median salary of $129,220 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $87,571 and $163,870. That sits 29% above Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 28 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 40th percentile by listing volume in Perth
💰 Fifo · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$87,571 – $163,870
Median: $129,220
Mid level $87,204 – $158,848
Overall $87k–$163k Mid $87k–$158k $84k $101k $118k $135k $151k $168k
⚠ Low confidence 28 listings · 05/07/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $87,571 Median  $129,220 $163,870  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Based on 28 listings, treat as directional. FIFO roles in Perth carry a $129.2k median, 29% above the city benchmark, with a wide band ($88k to $164k) that reflects how much roster and role type move the number. FIFO is a work arrangement rather than a single job, so the pay spans trades, operators and supervisors flying to WA's mine sites. The premium over Perth's already-elevated median shows how hard the resources sector competes for site-based labour.

Take Home Pay (based on median $129,220)

Weekly (net)
~$1,803
Monthly (net)
~$7,813
Annual (net)
~$93,757
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $144,080

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Fifo in Perth?
The floor is around $87k (p10), high because most FIFO roles already require a trade, ticket or operator qualification. An entry FIFO worker starts near there; site inductions, high-risk work licences, and a clean medical and drug-and-alcohol record are the gatekeepers, and longer rosters (two-and-one) attract more pay than even-time.
Is $129,220 a good salary in Perth?
Yes, with a lifestyle caveat. At $129.2k the median is 29% above Perth's all-roles median and nets roughly $94k, strong money. But the premium compensates for time away from home on roster, so it is not free: the wage reflects the swing lifestyle as much as the skill. For workers who can manage the roster, the take-home is hard to match onshore.
How much does a Senior Fifo make in Perth?
The band reaches $164k (p90), where supervisors, trades leads and specialist operators sit. Moving up means adding tickets and endorsements, stepping into leading-hand or supervisor roles on site, and building a record with the major resources contractors who pay the top rosters.

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.