Job Description

Job Summary xe2x80x8bThe ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in guiding, a profound understanding of the local ecosystem, and a passion for conservation. Responsibilities include overseeing daily safari operations, mentoring junior guides, and ensuring that every guest encounter is both educational and memorable.xe2x80x8b
Candidate Requirements:

• A valid and current South African guides license and valid PrDP special drivers license.

• Self-disciplined, punctual and respectful. Mature and responsible.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for international guests with diverse cultures. Must have an outgoing hosting personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for staff, being respectful of their culture. A basic knowledge an African language is recommended.
• Must be familiar with basic vehicle maintenance to communicate with the maintenance team to troubleshoot problems.
• Must be familiar with how to drive in a variety of on- and off-road conditions.
• Must be familiar with radio etiquette and able to ensure that radio conversations are kept short and direct, with no unnecessary chatter.
• Good initiative to cope with difficult situations in a remote environment.
• A valid first aid training certificate to handle trauma care, with Wilderness certification.
• Well-spoken, well-groomed and presentable.
• Strong leadership skills be an effective manager of the Guiding Team.
• High standards of service excellence and a passion for the hospitality industry, environmental management and wildlife preservation.

Candidate Qualifications:

• NQF 4 qualification or higher
• Full Lead Trails and at least 3 years experience with guiding on foot (VPSA, ARH)
• A minimum of 7 years of work experience on a Big 5 Game Reserve, with a minimum of 5 years working in a Luxury Lodge environment
• A level 2 FGASA qualification or higher with theory and practical completed
• Registered with DEAT and THETA in terms of improving his/her qualifications
• Firearm competency
• Track & Trails guide certificate
• Valid first aid certificate
• SASSETA Certificates
• A valid South African Drivers license and PDP Experience

This is a live in role for a single occupant.
Meals and uniform is provided.
5% provident fund is available.
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