Field Guide Luxury Safari Lodge | Sabi Sands

Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience | Live-In Position

A prestigious luxury property group in the Sabi Sands is seeking an experienced Field Guide to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with a passion for wildlife, conservation, and providing exceptional guest experiences in a world-class safari environment.

Key Focus Areas

• Follow all procedures for the operation of the Guides and Safari department, including individual, family, and childrens safari experiences

• Maintain safety, excellent guest and staff relations, and oversee all equipment, vehicles, and assets

• Perform all Field Guide functions according to FGASA standards and company guiding culture:

  • Guest introductory and safety orientations

  • Guided game drives and interpretive bush walks

  • Tracking, identification of spoor, and ecological lectures

  • Drinks stops and other bush events

• Be available for all game drives, back-up drives, and stand-by duties as directed

• Practice safe and proficient weapon handling

• Contribute to lodge social media platforms, providing engaging and informative content

• Assist with incident handling during emergencies, including medical situations, fire, or floods

• Collect and communicate guest information and preferences prior to arrival

• Report guest complaints immediately to Head of Department or Management

Requirements Qualifications and Skills

• FGASA Nature Site Guide NQF4 and Trails Guide qualification

• ARH and Rifle Proficiency, First Aid Level 1, valid Drivers Licence with Pr-DP

• Previous experience as a Field Guide at a Luxury Safari Lodge

• Knowledge of property and company procedures for the department according to FGASA standards

Maximising Your Impact as a Member of the Team

• Excellent attention to detail

• Strong guest focus, living and delivering the brand experience

• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) and honest, transparent interaction

• Team player with a positive attitude, enthusiasm, and emotional control

• Strong time management, self-discipline, interpersonal, and solution-seeking skills

• Proactive, creative, and able to use initiative when required

• Committed, loyal, adaptable, and flexible

• Ability to work accurately under pressure

• Strong people skills: tolerance, patience, care, and ability to receive constructive feedback

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Field Guide to join a leading luxury safari team, delivering outstanding wildlife experiences in one of South Africas premier game reserves.