What is a FIFO worker?

FIFO workers, or Fly-In Fly-Out workers, are employees who travel to remote work sites—often in the mining, oil, gas, or construction industries—for a set period before returning home for time off. This arrangement allows companies to staff projects in locations where it may not be practical for workers to live permanently. FIFO workers typically work long shifts for several weeks at a time, followed by a period of leave. The role can be physically and mentally demanding, but it offers attractive pay and the chance to work on significant infrastructure projects.