Assistant Lodge Manager / Ranger North West

Hospitality Exchange

About this role

Luxury 5* lodge accommodating upto 20 guests, in a National Park with Big 5, seeks an experienced game lodge manager with the following experience :-

  • Matric Essential
  • Hospitality qualification and / or Trails Guide qualification, accredited for Big 5 walking trails will be an advantage.
  • Must have 2 years’ experience in a 5-star lodge environment as a senior hospitality manager.
  • Pr

DP and code 8 driver’s licence.

  • Firearm competency and FGASA Advanced Rifle Handling (ARH) qualification, with current competency.
  • Valid First Aid Certificate (Level 2 or higher preferred).
  • NDT (National Department of Tourism) registered or CATHSSETA qualified.
  • Maintenance exposure an advantage
  • Proven previous experience guiding Big 5 walking safaris in a Big 5 reserve
  • Duties include but not limited to:- Manage the Guest Experience, from first arrival to departure; Oversee lodge operations when on DM shifts or in absence of Lodge GM; Manage the capturing of Operational Equipment & stock; Processes weekly stock orders; manage the 10,20 and 30 day stock counts; Manage Maintenance Department, being responsible for Managing the energy usage and Lodge Solar Power plant; Conduct game drives and Big 5 walking safaris, as well as acting as Duty Ranger; Transporting staff and guests when required

Apply only if you have the specific experience outlined in the job listing!Submit an updated CV in MS Word or another editable format, listing your current position first, and include a headshot taken within the past 6 months.

By applying for this position, applicants agree to provide the following if requested:-

  • Any additional information requested by Hospitality e

Xchange, within 24 hours.

  • Contact details for last 2 or 3 direct superiors (excluding current employer), as consent for Hospitality e

Xchange to contact for work performance references.o The following checks may apply for shortlisted candidates :- 1. Credit & Fraud 2. Qualification 3. Id verification 4. Criminalo Open to South African Nationals only