Jobs in Perth

Perth's job market is shaped by its resources and construction sectors, but spans a wide range of disciplines. Mining and resources roles include dump truck operators, electrical and mechanical fitters, field officers, and site support specialists working both in Perth and on FIFO rosters to Pilbara and Goldfields sites. Trades roles include boilermakers, HD fitters, maintenance technicians, and general labourers working on Perth-based industrial sites or remotely. In accounting and finance, we place payroll supervisors, financial analysts, and project accountants. Office support roles, document controllers, administrators, and program coordinators, are common in resources company offices throughout the Perth CBD. Engineering and HSE positions round out the mix, particularly in project-delivery and site-based roles tied to WA's infrastructure and resources pipelines.

Mining and resources remains Perth's dominant hiring sector, driven by sustained iron ore, gold, lithium, and nickel activity across WA. Construction is active, with major infrastructure projects contributing consistent demand for trades, site supervisors, and civil engineers. Government and public sector roles are available through WA state agencies and local councils, primarily in administration, finance, and project management. Professional services firms supporting the resources sector, including accounting, procurement, and HR functions, are also active in the CBD. Logistics and warehousing, including large distribution centre operations, represent a growing source of roles in Perth's outer industrial suburbs.

FIFO stands for fly-in, fly-out, and it's a defining feature of Perth's job market. Workers fly from Perth Airport to remote mine or construction sites, predominantly in the Pilbara (Tom Price, Newman, Karratha, Port Hedland), Goldfields (Kalgoorlie), and the Mid West, then work a set roster before flying home. Common arrangements include 8 days on / 6 days off, 2 weeks on / 1 week off, and 4 weeks on / 1 week off, depending on the site and project. FIFO roles typically command premium pay rates and include accommodation, meals, and return flights as part of the package. Our Perth team places candidates into FIFO roles regularly and can advise on realistic roster expectations, certifications required, and which clients are currently active on site.

The right certifications depend on the role, but several are near-universal for site-based work in WA. A current White Card is required for anyone working on a construction or mine site. For heavy equipment roles, an HR licence or a specific machine ticket (such as a CAT 785 haul truck competency) significantly strengthens your application. An MSIC (Maritime Security Identification Card) is required for roles involving port or marine facilities. For electrical work, a current WA electrical licence is required. First aid certification is expected for most site roles. If you're applying for a position and are unsure which tickets are required, our Perth consultants can advise before you apply.

Yes. The WA state government is a significant employer in Perth, and we recruit across departments, agencies, and government-owned corporations on an ongoing basis. Common positions include finance and accounting officers, executive and administrative support, program and project managers, and policy and research roles. Local government also employs across trades, engineering, compliance, and community services. WA government positions can move quickly once advertised, registering your profile with us and setting up an alert ensures you don't miss relevant openings.

For mining and site-based roles, having your tickets current before applying is the single most important step, recruiters screen on certification first. For FIFO roles, being clear in your application about which roster types you can commit to avoids misalignment later in the process. For office, finance, and administrative roles, tailoring your resume to the specific position and quantifying your outputs, throughput managed, team size supported, systems used, will distinguish your application from a generic one. Across all categories, registering with our Perth office and checking in when your availability changes keeps you front of mind when a relevant role comes through our network.

Browse current listings on this page and apply directly to any role that suits your background. If nothing is listed right now that matches, register your profile and set up a job alert, our Perth consultants will contact you when something relevant comes through. For FIFO and resources roles in particular, having your profile on file is important because many site positions are filled quickly from our candidate database before being publicly advertised. You can also call or visit our Perth office directly if you'd like to speak with a consultant about what's currently active.