Brits of the female gender have told how they packed up and left for the land down under to work in the mines, raking in huge money and all the while living the outdoor life of that country.
The ladies who share their joy and fascinating facts about their stay on the other side of the planet via social media, have just let us in on the secret of their being able to make the equivalent of £4,400 (AUD 8,400) during a fortnight and still have so much spare time left for sunbathing, beach trips, and exploring the local sights.
Lucrative Opportunities in the Mines
The majority of the gals hold fly-in-fly-out (FIFO) posts, thus, they work long hours (normally 12 hours a day) per day for two weeks, and then they have two weeks off.
Mining sector jobs of a driver, machine operator, and admin/hospitality are among those requiring high wages. The wages are high since the locations are very remote and the schedules are demanding.
Sophie, one of the ladies, said she was paid an amount equivalent to £23 per hour for the work in the mine camp kitchen, while Ellie disclosed that she is the highest-earning dump truck driver in Australia with a salary of A$120,000 (US$62,000).
Work Hard, Play Hard
However, those women have no complaints. They enjoy the lifestyle so much that they are willing to work hard.
“My working day is 12 hours, so my two weeks off are for traveling, relaxing, and enjoying the sun,” a woman said.
Most of them choose to use their free time to their best advantage. They go and have a look at the different Australian beauties like the beaches, do road trips, or just chill around the pool.
How to Get Into Mining Work
Women who have been in the mining industry suggest the following to those who want to do the same:
- Getting proper licenses (e.g., a Han truck license for heavy vehicles)
- Applying for the lowest-paid jobs (workers are often trained by mines)
- Being ready for work in a distant location (some mines are located far away from cities)
Although the job may not be suitable for everyone, those who can cope with it may find high income, various experiences, and an extremely convenient work-life balance.
