Hoedspruit: Recruitment Consultant – Lodge & Field Guide Placements posted by Bushwise
Posted on 2025-07-10 00:00:00
| Employer | Bushwise |
|---|---|
| Category | Other IT/Computer |
| Location | Limpopo / Hoedspruit |
Job Summary
This is a remote position.
About Bushwise
Bushwise is a leading provider of professional field guide training and career placements within the Southern African conservation and ecotourism industry. We work closely with lodges, reserves, and conservation-focused employers to match top-tier talent with meaningful opportunities across the safari and guiding sectors.
Role Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Recruiter to lead the charge in placing field guides and lodge-based professionals into rewarding roles across Southern Africa. This role is critical to our mission of delivering high-quality, industry-ready candidates to our employer partners.
The ideal candidate will have intimate knowledge of the safari lodge and field guiding landscape, including industry standards, required qualifications, and the unique challenges and expectations of both clients and candidates in remote environments.
- Manage end-to-end recruitment for field guides, lodge staff, and related roles
- Source, screen, and assess candidates with relevant Nature Site Guide and Trails Qualifications, CATHSSETA etc.
- Build strong relationships with lodge managers, reserve owners, and industry partners to understand hiring needs
- Maintain an active candidate database aligned with upcoming lodge cycles and hiring trends
Conduct detailed interviews and pre-screening processes, including reference and qualification check - Provide guidance and support to candidates around interview preparation, contracts, and lodge life expectations
- Drive proactive headhunting for niche roles in the field guiding and hospitality sector
- Ensure a high-quality candidate and client experience throughout the recruitment process
Requirements
- Proven recruitment experience within the safari lodge and/or field guiding industry (minimum 3 years)
- Deep understanding of qualifications such as, Trails Guide, PDP, and ARH requirements
- Strong network of contacts within the ecotourism, game reserve, and lodge management space
- Ability to assess candidate suitability beyond CVs including cultural fit, professionalism, and guest-readiness
- Experience in high-volume and fast-paced hiring environments
- Excellent communication, administration, and stakeholder management skills
- Tech-savvy with experience using recruitment CRMs or applicant tracking systems
- Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable to working in a remote setup
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