North West: Head Guide – Sj2631: North West posted by HotelJobs

Safari JOBS is now searching for a robust and intuitive leader to take the helm of the guiding department at an established 5 star safari property. As a relationship builder by nature, you will mentor a dedicated team of guides, fostering a culture of service excellence and deep-rooted passion for the industry. This role is designed for a collaborative, hands-on individual who is committed to sustainability and thrives in a high-standard, Big 5 environment. If you are a self-driven leader with a “no-nonsense” approach to excellence and a desire to shape top end guest experiences in the heart of a premier reserve, we invite you to apply. This is a rare opportunity for a highly motivated professional to influence a luxury safari experience while staying within easy reach of the city – perfectly positioned just two hours from Pretoria. ??????? ???????????? ??? ???????????? Clear criminal record; Excellent employment track record references will be verified; Excellent English fluency & literacy; Computer literate; 2 – 4 years Assistant Head Guide / Head Guide experience in a large 5 star establishment within a Big 5 environment; FGASA NQF 4 / Higher; NDT registered; First Aid; ARH & 117705, 119651 & 123519 competencies; Valid drivers licence and PrDP Trails Guide / VPDA qualification, or in progress ??????????/???????????? ?????? Hands-on; A relationship builder by nature, A passion to train/mentor others in the guiding team, High standards of service excellence and a passion for the safari industry, High self-motivated and self-driven, Naturally intuitive, with a collaborative working style, Passionate about sustainability and conservation, Focused, no nonsense, robust. ??? ???????????????? Providing sound leadership in the guiding department to ensure that all guests have an exceptional and value added safari experience during all game drives; Ensuring all field guide department drive duties are met that fully comply with legislation pertaining to FGASA, NDT, and the rules that are relevant; Ensure the companys rules and culture is maintained in the department; Continuously upskill and develop the field guides; Overseeing daily and weekly fleet inspections; Performance management and discipline of staff; Prepare budgets and provide all relevant information to the GM pertaining to stock takes, budgets, fleet maintenance, vehicle safety audits etc. ???????????? / ??????? / ???? ????? Approximately R22, 500.00 live in; PLUS – Accommodation (partly/basically furnished) & own bathroom; 2 meals per day from the staff canteen; Provident fund – 100% coverage by the company; Medical Aid membership is a compulsory part of the package, offering employees the security of ongoing cover, with the full contribution payable by the employee; Uniform and laundry thereof; Complimentary staff shuttle service is provided for shift transport, with pick-up before each shift and drop-off after each shift for staff living within approximately 20 km of the property in surrounding local communities. Work Cycle: 21 days on, 7 days off Must be flexible and open to possible change in line with operational requirements. ??????????? ??????? Please submit your ??-??-???? ???? ??, a recent ????-???-????????? ??????????, copies of relevant ?????????????? / certificates, and contactable references for your ???? ????? ?????. Written reference letters to be included if available. We sincerely value every application submitted. While only shortlisted candidates who meet the role requirements will be contacted, you are most welcome to follow our advertising & social media platforms for future opportunities that may better align with your profile