Cradock: Senior Game Farm Manager | Luxury Game Reserve | Cradock, Eastern Cape | Lb posted by Kendrick Recruitment

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Game Farm Manager to lead the full operational leadership of a luxury game reserve in Cradock, Eastern Cape. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing daily operations, wildlife management, hunting operations, and international client development, with a focus on growing the business and representing the reserve at a global level.

Key Responsibilities

• Game Farm & Wildlife Management

• Oversee all daily operations across the game farm

• Lead wildlife management, population control, and conservation practices

• Ensure ethical, sustainable, and compliant game farm operations

• Maintain overall ecological and operational balance of the reserve

• Hunting & Client Operations

• Coordinate and manage hunting activities and safari operations

• Engage with international hunting clients and partners

• Ensure high standards of guest experience and operational execution

• Represent the reserve in a professional and client-facing capacity

• Business Development & Client Acquisition

• Drive new business development across international markets (Europe & USA focus)

• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients and industry partners

• Identify growth opportunities and expand the reserve’s commercial reach

• Act as the face of the business in international engagements

• Farm & Operational Management

• Oversee infrastructure, maintenance, and general farm operations

• Manage staff performance, allocation, and day-to-day coordination

• Ensure operational efficiency across all departments

• Maintain compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards

Requirements

• Proven experience managing a game farm, wildlife ranch, or large reserve
• Strong background in wildlife management and operational farming
• Professional hunting experience (advantageous)
• Established international hunting network (Europe/USA preferred)
• Strong commercial and entrepreneurial mindset
• Confident client-facing and relationship-building ability
• Ability to work independently and take full operational ownership
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• High level of professionalism and business acumen

Qualifications

No formal education or certifications are required for this role.

Salary & Benefits

Salary is negotiable based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications (DOE).