Hospitality and Outdoor - New Vacancy – Back-up Trails Guide


Luxury private game reserve in the heart of the Karoo. Sleeping a total of 40 pax, within a big 5, environmentally sustainable lodge. The main drive of the lodge is conservation of wildlife and vegetation.


Requirements for the Field Guide

• FGASA Level 2 Guide qualification
  

• FGASA Full or Back-Up Trails Guide qualification
  

• FGASA Advanced Rifle Handling qualification
  

• Business Competency certificate
  

• Up-to-date First Aid
  

• Valid driver’s license with 4x4 experience
  

• Up-to-date PDP
  

• Computer literacy
  

• Passion for hospitality, conservation and sharing the wonders of the wild
  

• High standards of service excellence and attention to detail
  

• Proficient in English
  

• Photographic ability and editing skills advantageous
  

• Knowledge of Afrikaans or isi Xhosa advantageous
  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  

• Excellent teamwork skills
  

• Commitment to ongoing self-improvement and knowledge development
  

Duties

• Conduct of a world-class wildlife and nature safari experience for all guests
  

• Proactive commitment to evolving the safari experience to ensure guests (including return visitors) are continuously delighted by their stay
  

• Leading game drives, bush walks, wilderness trails and wildlife tracking in a Big 5 reserve
  

• Participation in conservation activities with guests where applicable
  

• Engagement with conservation projects including wildlife monitoring and sightings reports, liaising with Head of Reserve and Biodiversity Conservation
  

• Ongoing implementation of reserve code of conduct and standard operating procedures, including rules concerning safety
  

• Management of game viewing vehicle, including maintenance, tidiness, care of equipment and servicing
  

• Hosting of guests post-afternoon game drive in the bar
  

• Contribution towards sustainability goals by constantly seeking ways to make guiding operations more environmentally-friendly
  

• Contribution of photographs and/or videos
  

Package on offer

• Live-in position on-site near Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape, South Africa.
  

• Housing will be provided on the reserve.
  

• Remuneration and benefits will be market-related and in accordance with experience and qualifications
  

• Reporting to the Head Guide
  

Starting Date: ASAP


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