South Africa: Field Guide At Kruger Park Hostel posted by Kruger Park Hostel

Kruger Park Hostel is now seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Field Guide for Kruger Park Hostel | Marloth Park / Kruger National Park. This position is ideal for person with a love for immersive wildlife experiences and people. At Kruger Park Hostel, guiding is equal parts wildlife magic and people magic, one day you’re leading immersive game drives and bush walks through the Greater Kruger, the next you’re swapping stories at a hostel braai, belting out Karaoke, or joining an impromptu street‑party‑style social under the bushveld stars. Our guests are relaxed, curious, and fun, and we lean into that vibe – think dinners in Naas Township with local flavors, regular sunset walks that end in sundowners overlooking the Crocodile River, and the kind of campfire camaraderie that turns travelers into friends. Around here, our staff and volunteers aren’t just colleagues, they’re family: we look out for each other, pitch in across the camp, and create the kind of welcoming energy that makes every day feel like a shared adventure. If you love nature, live for connection, and want your guiding to feel like a shared story – not a script – you’ll feel right at home here. Location : Marloth Park and Kruger National Park Salary : R8,000 (Live-In) Start : Not before early February Key Responsibilities:Safari Activities · Lead game drives, bush walks, and other activities to offer guests an educational and immersive wildlife experience · Ensure guest safety during all activities Wildlife & Environmental Knowledge · Possess in-depth understanding of local wildlife, ecosystems, and conservation practices · Share insights about animal behaviour, bird species, flora, and local communities Guest Interaction · Professionally engage with guests to deliver exceptional service and memorable experiences · Tailor guiding to suit various guest preferences, nationalities, and age groups · Host meals and drinks as needed, and communicate guest needs or issues discreetly to management Food & Beverage · Do the Hostel Braai at least once a week · Helping behind the bar on occasion and serving guests drinks Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance · Conduct daily vehicle and equipment checks as per SOPs · Maintain stocked cooler and hot boxes aligned with guest preferences and lodge standards · Ensure safety protocols are consistently followed · Helping with general Maintenance around the hostel Conservation & Compliance · Follow all SANParks rules and environmental protocols · Comply with game drive regulations and educate guests on sustainable tourism practices Emergency & Safety Response · Handle emergencies with calm efficiency, following first aid and emergency procedures · Ensure constant guest and personal safety In-Camp Support · Assist with problem animal control and educating staff on safety around wildlife · Provide transportation support, luggage handling, guest transfers, and assist with vehicle recovery · Lead Panorama Tours and Eswatini Day Tours · Lead 3 day Camping Trips into Kruger, Eswatini or Mozambique · Help with general maintenance and workshop duties as needed Minimum Requirements: · Valid South African Field Guide License · Valid PrDP (Professional Driving Permit) · FGASA NQF Level 2 · Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an international guest audience · Outgoing, engaging, and professional personality · Familiarity with off-road driving, vehicle maintenance · Valid First Aid certification · Work Conditions & Benefits: · 21 days on / 5 days off work cycle · Accommodation provided (single occupant; shared living) · Meals provided