The successful candidate for Caretaker of the Great Barrier Reef will reside on Hamilton Island. A three bedroom home will be provided complete with internet access and a golf cart for travel on the island.
Hamilton Island is the second largest inhabited island of the Whitsunday Islands, a collection of about 29 islands. It is owned by the Oatley family and leased by the the Commonwealth government. The island is used primarily for tourism. Access is by commercial airline and ferry. Cars from the mainland are not allowed on the island.
Here the weather is warm and the atmosphere is relaxed. Casual attire and beachwear are common during the day. The island has the same latitude south as Honolulu is north. In the cooler months, however, a jacket may be required in the evening.
The Caretaker of the Great Barrier Reef will certainly be working in ideal conditions.