The Whitsundays region boasts a solid employment landscape, with nearly 35,200 jobs available across various sectors. Dominant industries include tourism, hospitality, and retail, particularly concentrated in key towns like Airlie Beach and Bowen.
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Region snapshot
By the numbers
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Region snapshot
Population
37,660
Median age
40 yrs
Jobs in region
35,191
Median weekly rent
$300/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$370/wk
Median household income
$956/wk
Region size
23818.97 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Bowen
Infrastructure
3
Airports
3
Hospitals
0
Universities
Housing
Industry mix
Population, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
By the numbers
9 new roles this week· 40 in the last 30 days
Job types
Share of live roles by employment type.
Top employers
Most active employers hiring in-region.
Talent in Whitsundays
Candidates active in-region · aggregate only.
Explore roles by industry
The Whitsundays roles by industry. Each tile opens that industry across Australia.
Latest roles
G'day Group
About Us G’day Group comprises leading Australian tourism brands in Discovery Parks, Resorts and the loyalty program G'day Rewards. Employing more than 2500 people Australia-wide, G’day Group has the largest park netw…
G'day Group
About Us G’day Group comprises leading Australian tourism brands in Discovery Parks, Resorts and the loyalty program G'day Rewards. Employing more than 2500 people Australia-wide, G’day Group has the largest park netw…
Waymark Hotels
Ready to take your career to the next level? The Grand View Hotel is seeking a dynamic and experienced Gaming Supervisor to join our thriving, multi-outlet venue. This role involves delivering high-quality service and…
CC Medical
We are seeking an experienced Team Leader Sonographer for a locum opportunity in a hospital setting in regional Queensland. This role offers a varied caseload across general, small parts, O&G and paediatric ultrasound…
PeopleIn
Who we are We are PeopleIN - Australia’s largest ASX listed family of staffing brands. This opportunity is with one of our fast-growing entities, Vision Surveys. Vision Surveys (QLD) has been operating in Queensland f…
Curamoir HR Bullhorn
Join a leading a well established not-for-profit aged care provider as a Registered Nurse in their facility in near the Whitsundays (one of Australia’s favourite holiday destinations!)! On Offer $40.21- $48.14 RN1-4, …
Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Whitsundays.
The total number of jobs in the region is around 35,191, with a median weekly personal income of $795; this highlights a competitive job market relative to the local population.
The Whitsundays has approximately 15,451 households, with an average household size of 2. Common housing types include separate homes and rental apartments, with a median rent of $300 and a median mortgage of $370 per week.
With a total population of around 37,660, the region has a median age of 40 and nearly two-thirds of the population falls within the working age demographic, including 2,156 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents.
The Whitsundays business landscape features nearly 3,913 local businesses, with key sectors including farming, hospitality, and retail that cater to the region's vibrant tourism industry.
Infrastructure in the Whitsundays includes three hospitals and three airports, ensuring accessible healthcare and travel options for residents, though the region currently does not have any universities.
