Field Guide

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JOB TITLE: FIELD GUIDE

MOUNT CAMDEBOO, GRAAFF REINET

JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for a dedicated, committed, hardworking, passionate Field Guide for a work opportunity in The Great Karoo close to Graaff Reinet. It is a very good opportunity as the guide will not only guide but will be involved with reserve work and assist with research in the conservation field.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Game Drives,
• Bush walks
• Hosting of guest
• Data collection
• Assist and Write weekly, monthly reports.
• Reserve and General Maintenance
• Give informative presentation/talks to our guest
• Assist with monitoring high profile species as well as assist with security and full moon patrols.
• Willing to assist in all departments.

Requirements:

• FGASA Level 1/2 - (Theory and Practical completed) Trails Guide
• SASSETA rifle competency certificate and government certificate
• Valid NDT registration
• Valid PDP license
• Valid First Aid certificate
• Previous experience as Field Guide or in similar research and monitoring environment will be an advantage
• Computer literacy skills including Excel, Word, Power point, Mapping programme
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans spoken and written
• Positive, passionate attitude and sense of responsibility.

Other skills/experience required:

• 4x4 and off-road driving experience.
• Ability to work in a team where both team and own responsibilities must be carried out.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent organization skills, punctuality, commitment, and precision
• Pro-activity, self-motivation, flexibility

Benefits:

• Salary: Industry related depending on qualification and experience.
• Accommodation, uniform and monthly food allowance included
• Start date: Immediately.
• Duration: Permanent Position
• Trial period: 3 months
• Time off
• 42 working days - 14 days of leave