The Great Barrier Reef jobs in Queensland

The Opportunity

At InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef, every day begins with ocean views and the spirit of true hospitality. Live, work, and thrive on one of the iconic 74 Whitsunday Islands, where a rewarding career meets an extraordinary island lifestyle—delivering and inspiring incredible experiences for our guests and colleagues alike.

From the moment our guests arrive until the moment they depart, you’ll play an important role in creating exceptional, personalised and memorable luxury experiences.

As a Porter, you’ll be one of the first and last points of contact for our guests, delivering warm, genuine and personalised service throughout their stay. With your confident and outgoing personality, you’ll connect with guests, share your insider knowledge of everything Hayman Island has to offer, and ensure every guest feels welcomed and at home in their island retreat.

Your attention to detail, local knowledge and passion for hospitality will help create the effortless service experience our guests expect.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Welcome and farewell guests with genuine warmth and personalised service, assist with their luggage, ensuring a smooth and seamless arrival experience.
• Collect, handle and safely transport guest luggage from arrival points to their rooms, taking care to treat all belongings with respect and attention.
• Coordinate luggage movements and guest transfers across the resort as required.
• Assist with luggage during guest departures, ensuring belongings are collected, transported and loaded safely and efficiently.
• Respond confidently and professionally to a variety of guest requests.
• Anticipate guest needs and look for opportunities to exceed expectations.
• Maintain a high standard of presentation and cleanliness across all guest vehicles, ensuring they are regularly cleaned and presented in line with our luxury standards.
• Support the wider Front Office and resort teams when required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure a seamless guest experience from arrival through to departure.
• Flexible availability, including weekends and evenings as required.

Base rate $27.48 + loading + penalties

See Yourself in Our Team

To be successful in this part-time role, you’ll have:

• Valid Australian driver’s licence.
• Physically fit and able to lift luggage and assist guests with items as required
• A charismatic, warm and naturally charming personality with the ability to build genuine connections with guests.
• Previous experience in Front Office environments.
• Ideally 1 year experience in a Bell Attendant, Guest Service, or similar hospitality role.
• Strong communication skills.
• A strong eye for detail and a proactive approach to guest service.
• Holds appropriate work rights to work in Australia

Live the Island Life

• Join a vibrant and diverse team, making lifelong friendships, and become part of an unforgettable island community.

• We make island living convenient and affordable with subsidised staff accommodation and meals. We also offer dedicated staff facilities - pool, beach, gym, bar, diner, laundry, and more.

• Enjoy swimming, snorkelling, hiking, kayaking, and exploring the Whitsundays after your shift or on your days off.

• Your commute ends in paradise, with beautiful beaches and breathtaking ocean views just moments away.

• Grow your career with opportunities for career growth, training, and professional development.

• Enjoy exclusive employee, friends, and family discount rates across our InterContinental Hotels & Resorts properties worldwide.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we believe great hospitality starts with great people. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, religions, genders, gender identities and sexual orientations. We pride ourselves on a diverse and family friendly environment, and welcome applicants with primary school aged children as our island offers a State Primary School.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, we're here to support you.

Ready to Work in Paradise

• Please visit our Careers Page for all details regarding living and working on Hayman Island at: https://haymanisland.intercontinental.com/careers/ or click the ‘Apply Now’ button.

• We also invite you to learn more by following our social channels:

  • Facebook via @ICHIRcareers and Instagram via @ihg_australia_careers

Applications close on 21st September 2026. We will be reviewing and contacting candidates throughout the advertising period. The application may close earlier if the position is filled.

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