Head Field Guide

SUMMARY:
Our Client is looking for a  Head Field Guide to join there team

POSITION INFO:
Area: Hoedspruit, Limpopo

Our Client is looking for a Head Guide

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Valid RSA Driver's License and PDP
• First Aid
• FGASA Level 2 - Field Guide
• Trails Guide
• Passionate about wildlife photography
• Vaccinated against COVID-19
• Firearm competency

• Previous experience in a Big 5 reserve and 5 star lodge necessary
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Big 5 reserve
• Experience in wildlife photography will be an advantage

• Salary is negotiable depending on qualification, experience and references
• Accommodation
• Meals while on duty
• 21 days on7 days off work cycle
• 15 days annual leave
• Provident Fund

• Meticulous in all aspects of Managing the Guiding Department
• Managing, Overseeing and Disciplining Staff in the Guiding Department
• Staff training and development
• Assisting the marketing manager to get content for social media
• All administrative duties pertaining to the Guiding Department
• Overseeing and Management of the Portfolio’s Fleet
• Allocation of rangers and trackers to daily game drives
• Daily Game Drives & Bush walks
• Hosting Duties
• Allocation of Airport Transfers
• Guest Activity and Airport Transfers
• Little paws program
• Assistance around the lodge in other departments if needed
• Photographic safaris
• Reporting to Group Operations Manager(s) and Head Office

• Mature and responsible
• Well spoken, well-groomed and presentable
• Strong leadership capabilities
• Positive attitude and approach toward team work
• Hands on approach towards the guest experience
• Ability take initiative and problem solve
• Excellent guest interaction skills
• Passionate and pro-active towards personal growth and training
• Sober Habits, NO DRUGS