How do I know if a job will sponsor my visa?

Only jobs flagged by the employer as sponsorship- or WHV-friendly appear on this list. Read the full job description and check the employer's careers site to confirm the specific visa subclass they will sponsor and the conditions that apply.

Can I work on a Working Holiday Visa on an Australian mine site?

Yes. Specified work in mining, construction, and agriculture in regional Australia counts toward the eligibility requirements for a second-year Working Holiday Visa extension. Many FIFO and residential mining roles qualify — check the Department of Home Affairs for the current list of eligible postcodes and occupations.

What skills and roles are most likely to be sponsored?

Skilled trades (HD mechanics, auto electricians, boilermakers, diesel fitters), mining and process engineering, geology, health & safety, and specialist technical roles are the most frequently sponsored. Experienced operators and supervisors with an Australian-recognised qualification are also commonly considered.

Click into any role above and apply directly through the employer's careers site. Tailor your resume to the role, highlight any Australian work rights or prior FIFO experience, and include relevant tickets and qualifications.

Visa-Sponsored & WHV Jobs in Mining & Resources

Visa-sponsored and Working Holiday Visa-friendly roles in Australia's mining and resources sector. Employers on this list are open to sponsoring skilled overseas workers (482/ENS/subclass 186) or hiring candidates on 417/462 Working Holiday visas — ideal for international candidates looking to build a career on Australian mine sites.

31 Active Positions

Australia Wide

FIFO & Residential

About Visa-Sponsored & WHV Jobs in Mining

The Australian mining and resources sector offers diverse visa-sponsored & whvopportunities across multiple commodities including iron ore, coal, gold, copper, and lithium. With operations spanning from Western Australia's Pilbara region to Queensland's Bowen Basin, these roles provide unique chances to work on world-class projects.

Browse our current visa-sponsored & whvjob listings below to find your next opportunity in Australia's resources sector. Each position offers competitive remuneration, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to contribute to one of the nation's most vital industries.

Plant Mechanic - Field Service in Perth, WA

WesTrac

Perth, WA

Residential

5/2

Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Workshop in Guildford, WA

WesTrac

Guildford, WA

Residential

Mon-Fri, 10.5 hours per day including a 30min unpaid meal break

Heavy Duty Mechanic - Field Service in Geraldton, WA

WesTrac

Geraldton, WA

FIFO

8/6

Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Workshop in Geraldton, WA

WesTrac

Geraldton, WA

Residential

9Days On, 5Days Off 10.5hrs (Inclusive of unpaid meal break); 9Days On, 4Days Off, 5Days On, 3Days Off 10.5hrs (Inclusive of unpaid meal break)

CAT Product Technical Advisor in Newman, WA; Paraburdoo, WA; Gudai Darri, WA

WesTrac

Newman, WA; Paraburdoo, WA; Gudai Darri, WA

FIFO

$164000 yearly

4 days on / 3 off; 8 days on / 6 off; 14 days on / 7 off - 12.5 hrs/day (incl. 30 min break)

Heavy Duty Mechanic - Field Service in Geraldton, WA

WesTrac

Geraldton, WA

Residential

9/5; 12/9; 2/1; 2/2

International Job Seekers for Civil Trades in Australia - EOI in Perth, WA

Civmec

Perth, WA

FIFO

Not specified

Mine Technician - Mine Systems in Murrin Murrin, WA

Glencore

Murrin Murrin, WA

Residential

Not specified

Plant Mechanic - Field Service in Geraldton, WA

WesTrac

Geraldton, WA

FIFO

8/6

Boiler Technician in Perth, WA

Pearl Recruitment Group

Perth, WA

Residential

$65 hourly

Drill Fitter in Western Australia

Brunel

Western Australia

Residential

$102 hourly

E&I Technician (Dual Trade) in Papua New Guinea

Brunel

Papua New Guinea

FIFO

Underground | Heavy Diesel Technicians / Heavy Mechanic (HER) Craft (International) in Perth, WA

Stellar Recruitment

Perth, WA

FIFO

Not disclosed

Surface | Auto Electrician Earth Moving (HER) Craft (International Applicants) in Perth, WA

Stellar Recruitment

Perth, WA

Residential

Underground | Auto Electrician Earth Moving (HER) Craft (International Applicant) in Perth, WA

Stellar Recruitment

Perth, WA

Residential

Not specified

Fixed Plant Mechanical Craft (International applicant) in WA - Perth

Stellar Recruitment

WA - Perth

Residential

Not specified

Open Pit Mechanic – International Applicants in Perth, WA

Stellar Recruitment

Perth, WA

Residential

Not specified

Boilermaker Welder - Coded (International Applicant) in Perth, WA

Stellar Recruitment

Perth, WA

Residential

Not specified

Fitters and Trade Assistants in Perth, WA

KCA Site Services

Perth, WA

Residential

N/A

Intern Program 2026/2027 - Process Engineer - Tiwai Point, New Zealand in In Invercargill, Southland

Rio Tinto

In Invercargill, Southland

Residential

Internship (12 weeks)

Graduate Program 2027 - Process Engineer - Western Australia in Perth, WA

Rio Tinto

Perth, WA

FIFO

Intern Program 2026/2027 - Electrical Engineer - Gove, NT in Gove, NT

Rio Tinto

Gove, NT

FIFO

12 weeks

Mechanical Fitter - Dayshift (AUS, NZ & UK Trades) in Perth, WA

Pearl Recruitment Group

Perth, WA

Residential

$57.1 hourly

Day shift

Plant Mechanic in Guildford, WA

WesTrac

Guildford, WA

Residential

Mon-Fri, 10.5 hours (including 30min unpaid meal break)

Planner - Maintenance in Fimiston, WA

Northern Star

Fimiston, WA

FIFO

8/6

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This page lists 31+ mining and resources jobs whose employer has indicated they will sponsor overseas workers (subclass 482 TSS / 186 ENS) or accept candidates on a 417 / 462 Working Holiday Visa. Always confirm visa support with the employer before applying.

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Visa-Sponsored & WHV Jobs in Mining & Resources

About Visa-Sponsored & WHV Jobs in Mining

Plant Mechanic - Field Service in Perth, WA

Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Workshop in Guildford, WA

Heavy Duty Mechanic - Field Service in Geraldton, WA

Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Workshop in Geraldton, WA

CAT Product Technical Advisor in Newman, WA; Paraburdoo, WA; Gudai Darri, WA

Heavy Duty Mechanic - Field Service in Geraldton, WA

International Job Seekers for Civil Trades in Australia - EOI in Perth, WA

Mine Technician - Mine Systems in Murrin Murrin, WA

Plant Mechanic - Field Service in Geraldton, WA

Boiler Technician in Perth, WA

Drill Fitter in Western Australia

E&I Technician (Dual Trade) in Papua New Guinea

Underground | Heavy Diesel Technicians / Heavy Mechanic (HER) Craft (International) in Perth, WA

Surface | Auto Electrician Earth Moving (HER) Craft (International Applicants) in Perth, WA

Underground | Auto Electrician Earth Moving (HER) Craft (International Applicant) in Perth, WA

Fixed Plant Mechanical Craft (International applicant) in WA - Perth

Open Pit Mechanic – International Applicants in Perth, WA

Boilermaker Welder - Coded (International Applicant) in Perth, WA

Fitters and Trade Assistants in Perth, WA

Intern Program 2026/2027 - Process Engineer - Tiwai Point, New Zealand in In Invercargill, Southland

Graduate Program 2027 - Process Engineer - Western Australia in Perth, WA

Intern Program 2026/2027 - Electrical Engineer - Gove, NT in Gove, NT

Mechanical Fitter - Dayshift (AUS, NZ & UK Trades) in Perth, WA

Plant Mechanic in Guildford, WA

Planner - Maintenance in Fimiston, WA

Frequently Asked Questions

Which visa types are covered on this page?

How do I know if a job will sponsor my visa?

Can I work on a Working Holiday Visa on an Australian mine site?

What skills and roles are most likely to be sponsored?

How do I apply?

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