Job Description

Trails Guide Exquisite, absolute fabulous Game Lodge Retreat Sabi Sands Game Reserve Qualifications / Experience

• South African Citizen
• 3 to 5 years experience guiding in 5 Star Establishments
• General knowledge of legal implications of being a Trails Guide
• FGASA NQ4 or Professional
• NDT Registered
• Valid Driverxe2x80x99s License and PrDP
• Valid First Aid Certificate
• Rifle Accreditations and ARH
• Trails Guide qualification with VPDA
• Astronomy knowledge advantageous
• Off-road driving in 4x4 vehicles

Behaviours / Skills

• A passion for nature, animals, conservation and the environment
• A passion for people and creating a holistic experience, imparting knowledge about the bush
• Basic computer knowledge
• Stock/equipment control
• General vehicle maintenance knowledge
• Basic knowledge of people management (managing Tracker)
• Good command of the English language, written and spoken
• Vigour, able to cope under pressure
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Hands on approach
• Excellent communicator
• Anticipating guests needs and facilitating the small touches that enhance the guest experience
• Sensitive to cultural issues/ patient with colleagues
• Excellent social and interpersonal skills
• Sense of ownership and pride for the guest experience
• Attention to detail
• Flexible attitude
• Able to interact with guests and behave appropriately
• Highly sociable and confident when meeting new people and able to entertain/host
• A sense of fun and understanding of our way of doing things
• Well groomed and a good sense of personal hygiene

Responsibilities:

• Provide an excellent game experience to high profile guests including game drives and bush walks
• Ensure that vehicle and field guide equipment is kept in excellent working condition, assume full responsibility for this
• Firearm procedures are in line with statutory requirements
• Meet and greet and minimal hosting of guests
• Legal and company policies related to safety for guests and staff is adhered to
• Assist with bush projects
• Prompt and efficient radio contact
• Complete Health & Safety checklists on a monthly basis
• Adhere to Sabi Sand Game Reserve Game Drive Policies

Salary R 12 000 negotiable

• Live-in basic furnished accommodation (possible sharing)
• Free wifi
• R1486.00 monthly food allowance over and above salary
• Medical Aid - Company contribution 50% (after 3-month successful probation period)
• Pension Fund - Company contribution 50% (after 3-month successful probation period)
• Gratuities left by guests
• Uniform provided
• 20 bed nights for family and friends annually at R750 p/p/p/night (after 3-month successful probation period)
• Leave cycle: 4 weeks on and 2 weeks off

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent