Trails Field Guide | Luxury Safari Lodge | North West | SS

NOW HIRING: Trails Field Guide | Luxury Safari Lodge | North West

About the Opportunity

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and passionate Trails Field Guide to join a luxury safari lodge in the North West. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified guide who is passionate about the African bush and delivering safe, engaging and memorable 5-star safari experiences.

The successful candidate will be responsible for game drives, guided bush walks and guest hosting while working closely with trackers, fellow guides and the wider lodge team.

Key Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' professional guiding experience, preferably within a luxury safari lodge environment.
• FGASA Trails Guide qualification (NQF2/NQF4).
• FGASA Nature Site Guide NQF4.
• Viewing Potentially Dangerous Animals (VPDA) qualification.
• FGASA Advanced Rifle Handling (ARH).
• Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP).
• Valid First Aid qualification; wilderness-orientated First Aid will be advantageous.
• Department of Tourism registration applicable to the Madikwe Game Reserve.
• Valid SAPS Firearm Competency with the relevant CATHSSETA certification or licence to possess a firearm.
• Strong knowledge of wildlife, ecology and responsible guiding practices.
• Excellent guest interaction, hosting and communication skills.
• Confident conducting game drives and guided bush walks in accordance with reserve regulations.
• Safety-conscious, responsible and comfortable handling wildlife-related situations around the lodge.
• Flexible, hands-on and willing to assist with guest transfers, children's activities, hosting and general lodge duties when required.
• Strong team player with a professional and adaptable approach.

Package

• Salary: Depending on experience and FGASA qualification level.
• Live-In position.
• Accommodation and meals provided.
• Uniform and laundry included.
• Medical aid contribution after 3 months.
• 36 days on / 12 days off leave cycle.
• 21 additional floating days per year, subject to operational requirements.
• Additional lodge, travel and staff benefits included.

For further information or to apply for this position, please contact:simone@Apply Below

Please note that only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within seven working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.