How to Pack Smart and Light for Your Next FIFO Trip

Donella Beckton • September 27, 2023

Are you a FIFO worker or looking for a FIFO role in Australia? If so, you know how important it is to pack smart and light for your trips. You don’t want to forget anything essential or bring anything unnecessary that will weigh you down.

That’s why we at CELOTTI WORKFORCE have prepared this handy FIFO packing list for you. This list covers everything you need to bring for your work, your camp, and your personal needs. It also includes some tips and tricks to make your packing easier and more efficient.

FIFO Packing List

Emergency pouch: This is a small bag or pouch that contains some basic medicines and first aid items that you may need in case of an emergency. You can keep this in your carry-on bag or in your room. Some of the items you may want to include are:


  • Panadol
  • Cold and flu tablets
  • Nurofen
  • Bandaids
  • Eye drops
  • Vitamins
  • Quick ease
  • Gastro stop
  • Throat lozenges


Carry-on bag: This is the bag that you will bring with you on the plane or bus. It should contain the items that you need to access easily or frequently during your travel and work. Some of the items you may want to include are:


  • Phone
  • Phone charger
  • Earphones & charger
  • Sunglasses
  • iPad
  • Note book
  • Pens
  • Work ID
  • Wallet - spare cash, ID, bank card
  • Portable charger
  • Car charger
  • Spare phone cord for on-site (spare wall phone charger for camp)
  • Water bottle - invest in a good one that keeps water cold all day.



Clothing: This is the clothing that you will wear during your work and after work. You should pack enough clothing for your roster, but not too much that it takes up too much space or weight. You can also use the laundry facilities at the camp to wash your clothes. Some of the clothing items you may want to include are:

  • After work shorts/pants x3
  • After work shirts x3
  • After work jumper
  • Thongs for shower
  • Shoes for camp thongs/slides/runners
  • Work boots (keep @ work)
  • Underwear
  • Thermals - long sleeve shirt and pants for under uniform when cold
  • Bamboo socks
  • Work clothing
  • Beanie for winter


Toiletries: These are the personal hygiene and grooming products that you will use during your stay. You should pack enough toiletries for your roster, but not too much that it takes up too much space or weight. You can (usually) also buy some toiletries at the camp store if you run out. Some of the toiletries items you may want to include are:


  • Hairbrush
  • Lip balm
  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Body wash
  • Razor
  • Deodorant
  • Facial cleanser
  • Moisturiser
  • Shampoo & Conditioner



Electronic: These are the electronic devices and accessories that you will use for entertainment, communication, or work purposes. You should pack enough electronic items for your roster, but not too much that it takes up too much space or weight. You should also make sure that they are fully charged before you leave and that you have the appropriate chargers and cords for them. Some of the electronic items you may want to include are:


  • Double check - phone, watch, iPod and spare phone charger cable
  • Power board - handy to have some rooms only have one PowerPoint


Miscellaneous: These are the miscellaneous items that you may want to bring for your comfort, convenience, or enjoyment. These are optional items that depend on your personal preferences and needs. Some of the miscellaneous items you may want to include are:

  • Pillowcases
  • Disinfectant wipes
  • Disinfectant spray Glen 20
  • Towel
  • Washing pods
  • Wash bag
  • Snacks / Drinks/gum


We hope this FIFO packing list helps you prepare for your next trip. If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to contact us at CELOTTI WORKFORCE.


CELOTTI WORKFORCE is a leading provider of blue-collar workers in Australia. We specialise in sourcing and placing qualified and experienced staff for various industries, such as construction, mining, oil and gas, engineering, and more.

If you are looking for a FIFO role or need staff for your project, please visit our website or contact us today. We look forward to working with you soon!

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