?Lodge-based Vacancy: Field Guide

*OPEN TO COUPLES

? Location: Kalahari Region, South Africa
? Type of Property: Exclusive 5-Star Safari Lodge, Private Wildlife Reserve
? Salary: R16,000 R18,000 per month (DOE) – Highly negotiable!
? Package: Live-in with benefits

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Field Guide to join the guiding team at an exclusive luxury reserve. This role offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in an unspoiled wilderness environment, providing exceptional safari experiences to discerning guests from across the globe.

The position is also open to couples where the partner has relevant lodge-based experience (for example as a Field Guide, Lodge Manager, Sous Chef, Pastry Chef, or Food & Beverage Anchor). Multiple opportunities are currently available within the organisation for the right combinations of skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver world-class guided game drives and walking safaris, ensuring a safe, educational, and memorable experience for guests.

• Share extensive knowledge of the natural environment, wildlife behaviour, conservation, and local culture.

• Host and interact with guests to create an engaging and personalised safari experience.

• Conduct pre-drive briefings and post-drive debriefs, always maintaining professional guest communication.

• Maintain safari vehicles, equipment, and rifles in pristine condition.

• Uphold lodge and reserve conservation principles, safety standards, and guiding protocols.

• Assist in lodge activities as required, working as part of the wider hospitality team.

Minimum Requirements

• FGASA NQF4 (or higher) with up-to-date membership

• Valid PDP

• Rifle Competency (current, valid documentation)

• Trails Qualification Lead Trails preferred, but candidates close to achieving Lead Trails will be considered

• Minimum 5 years experience as a Field Guide in a 5* lodge environment at reputable properties

• Excellent hosting and guest interaction skills, with a focus on guest satisfaction

• Knowledge of and passion for conservation and guiding best practices

• Strong interpersonal skills, a proactive approach, and ability to work within a professional guiding team

Personal Attributes

• Professional, well-presented, and engaging personality

• Strong passion for nature, conservation, and guest education

• Calm under pressure with sound decision-making skills

• Flexible, adaptable, and solutions-driven

• Hands-on approach with a high level of integrity and professionalism

Package & Benefits

• Salary: R16,000 R18,000 per month (depending on experience) – Negotiable!

• Live-in accommodation

• Additional benefits, including contributions to medical aid and provident fund, access to health clinic, staff flights etc

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth within a leading luxury lodge group

• Rotational work cycle (details to be confirmed at interview stage)

Application Instructions

? To apply, submit your:

• CV

• Contactable references

• Recent head & shoulders photograph

Kindly include your notice period, current location, and salary expectations.

? Please Note: If you do not receive feedback within 7 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.