Hoedspruit: Head Guide/Maintenance posted by Bushwise

March 9, 2026 Jobs in Hoedspruit

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled, dual-role professional to lead our guiding team while overseeing the critical technical infrastructure of a luxury lodge. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who can deliver world-class guest experiences and ensure all lodge assets

Requirements

A Head Guide balances field excellence with team management. Key responsibilities include:

Team Leadership: Mentoring, training, and scheduling guides and trackers.
Guest Experience: Leading high-end safaris and hosting guests to 5-star standards.
Safety & Compliance: Enforcing firearm protocols and wildlife safety regulations.
Operations: Managing the vehicle fleet, guiding equipment, will need to have some maintenance background to assist around the lodge
Liaison: Coordinating between lodge management and reserve conservation teams.

CATHSSETA Qualification:
NDT Registration:
Professional Driving Permit (PrDP):
First Aid Certificate:
(NQF4)

Benefits

Live in with Meals

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