Montagu: Assistant Head Guide – Montagu posted by Phoenix Recruitment

Luxury Game Lodge based in the Montagu area is looking for a passionate and experienced Assistant Head Guide to assist the Head Guide in overseeing, training and ensuring exceptional guest experiences through guided nature drives , interpretive rock-art and monitoring all Field Guide functions according to company standards. Duties: In the absence of the Head Guide, assume full responsibility for the Guides Department Conduct guided guest experience and activities on the reserve Ensure efficient allocation for all game drives, back-up drives and stand-by duties Ensure that all guiding activities are conducted in such a manner as to cause the least amount of damage to the environment. Complete or assist in guest lodge check-in and orientation. You may also be required to do wake-up calls and oversee the organisation of all guest activities. Responsible for packing your cooler-boxes and checking the ‘hotbox’ in the morning Facilitate as the communicator between the guest and the appropriate lodge departments Operate, maintain and clean 4×4 company vehicle Assume full responsibility for your company vehicle and any other company issued equipment Design and implement projects including conservation, social responsibility, marketing & promotion, guest activity and new product development. Compilation of guest itineraries & programs Assist with reserve management tasks Personnel administration & timekeeping. Assisting with stock and inventory management and reporting. Operate within the legal and statutory requirements Responsible for the safety, comfort and enjoyment of your guests. Requirements: Grade 12 At least 3-5 years previous experience as a Field Guide in a 4/5*establishment FGASA Level 2 qualification Knowledge about WC Fauna and Flora Sound knowledge about Bushmans Paintings Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English Previous experience as Senior Guide or Assistant Head Guide will be advantageous Valid driver’s license and PDP. Valid First Aid Certificate DEAT registration in the Western Cape Physically and mentally fit. A working knowledge of local fauna, flora, ecology, ethno-botany, archaeology, geology, night sky, climate and first aid. Ability to identify major tracks and signs. Ability to safely operate a canoe, re-curve bow & arrow, mountain bike, telescope, fly fishing equipment and 4×4 vehicle. Basic 4×4 maintenance skills. A working knowledge of the fundamentals of photography. A good knowledge of guiding in a luxury lodge environment. A thorough knowledge of all aspects of field guiding. Good knowledge of luxury travel market. Computer literate in MS Power Point, MS Excel and MS Word