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FIFO Site Administrator
Coordinates the records, travel, rosters and routine office support that keep a site team mobilised and informed.
Indicative 2026 annual cash$75k–$105kGross, generally before super
Common roster contextCommonly 8/6 or 2/1 on site, with some residential and city-based roles.
Role at a glance
What this role actually does.
Coordinates the records, travel, rosters and routine office support that keep a site team mobilised and informed. The precise scope changes with the employer, asset, jurisdiction and written authorities.
The work
Core duties
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Maintain personnel and induction records
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Coordinate flights, accommodation or mobilisation within assigned scope
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Process timesheets and purchase requests
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Prepare reports and handovers
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Handle personal information securely
The assets
Equipment and systems
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Spreadsheets
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Document-management systems
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Travel and mobilisation systems
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Timesheet and purchasing tools
Before mobilisation
Typical foundations
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Strong administration and privacy practice
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Work rights and employer screening
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Site induction
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Driver licence only where vehicle use is required
Prove capability
Evidence employers can verify
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Accurate records under deadlines
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Scheduling and stakeholder communication
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Office systems learned
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Confidentiality and error correction
Entry pathway
A credible way into the role.
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Apply to operator, contractor and village administration vacancies
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Translate office, travel or workforce-coordination experience
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Show reliable roster availability
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Learn the employer's systems and site processes
Earning context
What tends to move pay
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Travel and mobilisation scope
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Roster and site location
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Systems experience
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Team size and reporting accountability
Before accepting
Questions to ask about the offer
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Is the quoted figure base salary, total cash or a package including super?
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Which roster, shift length and point of hire does the offer assume?
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How are overtime, nights, public holidays, allowances, bonus and travel treated?
Progression
Possible next moves.
Build scheduling, materials and stakeholder coordination skills, with clear records of decisions and work handovers.
Compare roles and pay →Compare the role's actual scope, qualifications and employer requirements before treating this as a direct promotion.
Compare roles and pay →Receives, checks, stores and issues parts and consumables for a mine, maintenance crew or remote village.
Related role band: $72k–$90kProgression depends on demonstrated competence, vacancies, performance, qualifications and any appointment requirements. A related profile is a starting point, not a guarantee of that exact title or scope. Browse all 27 role profiles →
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Editorial note
Salary bands are broad 2026 Australian mining comparisons, not promised rates. Role requirements summarise common practice and do not replace legislation, regulator guidance, an employment agreement, site procedures or a written appointment. Pay presentation reviewed 27 September 2026.