Mining salaries
Why industry averages mislead backpackers, and how to read an ad.
Do not use industry-average weekly earnings as your personal budget. ABS Average Weekly Earnings for mining include highly paid professionals. Camp and labour-hire rates sit closer to other industrial or hospitality awards plus site allowances. Operator packages are higher because the competency bar is higher.
Confirm classification in the Fair Work Pay Calculator and the actual roster on the ad.