Trails Guide - 5* Boutique Lodge - Madikwe (GREAT benefits!) | LB

Trails Guide - 5-Star Private Game Lodge - Madikwe Game Reserve, North West

Kendrick Recruitment is searching for a passionate, professional and highly qualified Trails Guide for a well-regarded 5-star luxury private game lodge set within the malaria-free Big Five Madikwe Game Reserve, North West Province.

This is a full-time, live-in position for a guest-focused guide who thrives as part of a close-knit team and takes genuine pride in delivering exceptional, personalised safari experiences. The role combines morning and afternoon game drives with guided bush walks, full guest hosting duties and a genuinely rewarding package for the right candidate.

Start Date: ASAP

Non-Negotiable Qualifications:

FGASA Trails Guide (NQF2 minimum, NQF4 preferred) with VPDA - essential

FGASA Advanced Rifle Handling (ARH) - essential

FGASA Nature Site Guide (NQF4) - essential

Valid Pr

DP - essential

First Aid certificate (Wilderness First Aid preferred) - essential

SAPS Firearm Competency - essential

SASSETA accreditation (117705 / 119651 / 123519) or valid licence to possess a firearm - essential

CATHSETA certification - essential

Department of Tourism (DEDECT) registration for Madikwe Game Reserve - essential (or willingness to obtain on commencement)

Minimum 3 years' guiding experience in a Big Five environment - essential

Additional Qualifications (Advantageous):

FGASA Advanced Astronomy

FGASA Biome Guide

FGASA Bird Guide

FGASA Guiding Butterflies and Moths

Cyber

Tracker Track & Sign / Tracker / Trailing

Key Responsibilities:

Present at the main lodge 30 minutes before the guest wake-up call to prepare morning coffee

Host guests during morning coffee and conduct morning game drives in accordance with NWPTB regulations

Conduct afternoon game drives in accordance with NWPTB regulations and Code of Conduct

Host guests at high tea prior to afternoon game drives

Conduct guided bush walks in accordance with NWPTB regulations

Meet and greet guests on arrival, assist with luggage and vehicle parking

Farewell guests on departure and assist with luggage and vehicle retrieval

Communicate guest ET

As and field updates via Parks Board radio channel

Communicate dietary requirements to the kitchen ahead of game drive snacks

Ensure all vehicles, rifles and equipment are maintained, clean and in good working order at all times

Conduct airstrip clearing, pick-ups and drop-offs following Federal Air protocol

Remove unwanted wildlife (snakes, critters) from guest rooms and public areas when required

Conduct children's safari activities for guests under 10 years of age

Assist the maintenance team during periods without guest activities

Maintain accurate and ethical communication on relevant Whats

App groups

Package:

Competitive salary based on FGASA qualifications and experience

Commission: Additional R300 per guided bush walk with guests

Live-in: Accommodation, meals and uniform provided

Medical Aid contribution (commences after 3rd month of employment)

Rotation: 36 days on / 12 days off

Leave: 21 floating days per year (subject to operational requirements)16 lodge bednights per year for friends or family

Reasonably unlimited staff village bednights for friends or family2 complimentary bednights at any collection property for yourself and one guest

Gym access, free Wi

Fi, staff discounts on drinks and curio items

Staff discount on flights between Johannesburg and Madikwe

Opportunity to join game drives as a passenger when space is available

Should you feel you are the right fit for this role, please apply with your updated CV, copies of relevant qualifications and certifications, contactable references and a recent head & shoulders photo ASAP!📌 Please Note: If you do not receive feedback within 7 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.