FGASA Level 1, 2, or 3 (depending on lodge requirements).

Valid Driver’s License + PDP (Professional Driving Permit).

Registered with relevant guiding authorities (CATHSSETA, NDT/DEAT).

Valid First Aid Level 1 or higher.

Rifle competency (SAPS) and ARH (Advanced Rifle Handling), if working in Big 5 reserves.

Tracker qualifications or FGASA Trails Guide qualification advantageous.
Experience

1–3 years experience as a Field Guide (entry–mid level).

Experience guiding in Big 5 reserves preferred.

Knowledge of reserve management and conservation operations.

Experience working in a lodge environment and engaging with international guests.

4. Key Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of wildlife, ecosystems, and conservation principles.

Excellent communication and storytelling abilities.

Confident in guest interaction and hospitality service.

Skilled in tracking, animal behaviour interpretation, and environmental awareness.

Strong situational awareness and risk assessment skills.

Ability to remain calm in high-pressure wildlife encounters.

Basic mechanical ability (advantageous for vehicle checks).

Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors for extended periods.

5. Personal Attributes

Passionate about nature, wildlife, and conservation.

Courteous, energetic, and guest-focused.

Responsible, safety-conscious, and professional.

Team player with a positive attitude.

Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.

Adaptable and comfortable living in remote environments.

6. Working Conditions

Remote bush environment with long hours and split shifts.

Early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays required.

Exposure to wildlife, outdoor elements, and varying weather conditions.

Accommodation often provided on-site at lodges/reserves.

1.  Qualifications

• FGASA Level 1, 2, or 3 (depending on lodge requirements).
• Valid Driver’s License + PDP (Professional Driving Permit).
• Registered with relevant guiding authorities (CATHSSETA, NDT/DEAT).
• Valid First Aid Level 1 or
• Rifle competency (SAPS) and ARH (Advanced Rifle Handling), if working in Big 5
• Tracker qualifications or FGASA Trails Guide qualification

Experience

• 1–3 years experience as a Field Guide (entry–mid level).
• Experience guiding in Big 5 reserves
• Knowledge of reserve management and conservation
• Experience working in a lodge environment and engaging with international

2.  Key Skills s Competencies

• Strong knowledge of wildlife, ecosystems, and conservation
• Excellent communication and storytelling
• Confident in guest interaction and hospitality
• Skilled in tracking, animal behaviour interpretation, and environmental
• Strong situational awareness and risk assessment
• Ability to remain calm in high-pressure wildlife
• Basic mechanical ability (advantageous for vehicle checks).
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors for extended

3.  Personal Attributes

• Passionate about nature, wildlife, and
• Courteous, energetic, and guest-focused.
• Responsible, safety-conscious, and
• Team player with a positive
• Self-motivated with a strong work
• Adaptable and comfortable living in remote

       Working Conditions

• Remote bush environment with long hours and split
• Early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays
• Exposure to wildlife, outdoor elements, and varying weather
• Accommodation often provided on-site at lodges/reserves.