Australian Antarctic Division jobs a cool change way down under The Australian Antarctic Division is calling for Australian workers to live on the icy continent and manage stations for up to 15 months. HEADING to one of the toughest workplaces in the world could be the coolest career change of your life. Antarctica veteran Graham Cook, 63, who is based at Mawson station for the coming winter, said extreme challenges, including temperatures as low as minus 35C, were the best part about life on the ice. It is a great lifestyle, so different from any other job. You are always learning, and riding vehicles out on a sea of ice is amazing, " he said. There is the ability to experience some crazy weather conditions and there is always the auroras to see. The isolation can affect some people, but that's the challenge. Positions will be available at Casey, Davis, Macquarie Island and Mawson stations. Workers could pocket up to $180,000 a year. Applications close on May 31. antarctica.gov.au/jobs/jobs-in-antarctica