from the AsA career in ATC webpage:
Airservices Australia - Careers - Air Traffic Controller
note the last point:
How Demanding is the Job of Air Traffic Control?
The nature of the job demands that Air Traffic Controllers be able to make quick and accurate decisions based on information regarding an aircraft's position. To this end, you must:
be confident and able to work with modern computer-based equipment;
be self-motivated and independent, yet work within a team environment;
be dedicated, professional, conscientious, confident and able to accept highlevels of personal responsibility;
possess a good understanding and a clear application of the English language; and
be prepared to work shifts on any day of the year.
says nothing about recreation leave, family life, work/life balance.....