Hluhluwe: Field Guide (with Birding Specialisation & Maintenance Oversight) posted by Bushwise

Guiding & Guest Experience

• Conduct interpretive game drives, bush walks, and nature experiences in accordance with safety protocols and industry best practice.

• Provide high-level birding interpretation and specialised birding safaris for novice and advanced guests.

• Deliver engaging ecological, wildlife, and cultural information tailored to guest interests.

• Ensure guest safety, comfort, and satisfaction at all times.

• Host guests in a professional, approachable, and service-driven manner.

Birding Specialisation

• Identify bird species by sight and sound with a high degree of accuracy.

• Maintain up-to-date bird lists and contribute to regional birding records where required.

• Design and lead dedicated birding activities and specialist birding excursions.

• Educate guests on bird behaviour, habitats, migration patterns, and conservation status.

Conservation & Environmental Responsibilities

• Support conservation initiatives, wildlife monitoring, and ecological data collection.

• Enforce environmental ethics and responsible tourism practices.

• Assist with anti-poaching awareness and reserve protection protocols where applicable.

Maintenance Project Oversight

• Assist with the coordination and supervision of general maintenance projects across the property.

• Conduct routine inspections of facilities, vehicles, and infrastructure and report issues promptly.

• Liaise with maintenance teams and management regarding project progress, material requirements, and timelines.

• Support preventative maintenance planning to ensure operational efficiency and safety compliance.

• Assist with sustainability-related infrastructure projects where required.

Operations & Administration

• Maintain accurate guiding logs, vehicle checklists, and incident reports.

• Assist with stock control, vehicle cleanliness, and equipment management.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and operational procedures.

• Support other departments as operationally required.

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