Mpumalanga: Head Guide posted by Craven Cottage CC
Posted on 2025-07-16 00:00:00
| Employer | Craven Cottage CC |
|---|---|
| Category | Game Ranger |
| Location | Mpumalanga / Mpumalanga |
Job Summary
Oversee, train and monitor all Field Guide functions according to the standards of FGASA, including guest introductory and safety orientations, guided game drives and interpretive bush walks, tracking, identification of spoor, delivering informative lectures on relevant ecological topics, and drinks stops and other bush events.
Ensure efficient allocation for all game drives, back-up drives and stand-by duties.
As one of the two registered responsible persons for the company firearms, assume full responsibility for obtaining and maintaining valid departmental licenses, and for ensuring efficient and safe weapon handling and proficiency of the entire department.
Oversee the workshop function and vehicles maintenance.
Chair and record departmental meetings, and attend other meetings as required.
Assist in managing the lodge social media platforms, ensuring consistent delivery of relevant and appealing information with the broad aim of increasing knowledge of the wildlife and operating area.
As one of the main incident coordinators, ensure effective incident management in the event of emergency or evacuation, including medical emergencies, fire, and flood.
Training, Development & Mentorship:
Mentor, train, develop, motivate, and guide the team (including Field Guide College Students / Trainee Field Guides) towards achieving and maintaining required/higher qualifications.
Compile feedback and progress reports to the Field Guide College Head Trainer on the Field Guide College Placement Guides.
Earmark and develop individuals who show potential to grow into positions within the greater Lodge Collection.
Implement training and mentorship plans, facilitating the use of group’s appointed internal and external trainers and identifying potential mentors within the department.
As part of the greater Lodge Collection, facilitate inter-property training for employees who would benefit from training at other Collection properties.
Provide effective leadership through professional man-management and encouragement of all subordinates, including mediation.
Take part and assist in organizing regular Head Guides forums and Mentorship Workshops.
Drive and monitor the effective implementation and execution of group’s Performance Management and Succession Planning processes.
Carry out regular, meaningful performance appraisals conducted in such a manner that effective, open, two-way communication is maintained. To follow up and ensure that the agreed action and developmental plans identified at these appraisals are being affected.
Conservation:
Assist with road maintenance, field and habitat management within the parameters of the concession.
Monitor and enforce reserve, lease agreement and/or concession rules and regulations.
Assist in reserve firefighting and controlled burns.
Data gathering, analysis and interpretation.
General Service & Guest Care:
Ensure all information available on guests is collected and communicated prior to arrival.
Collect guest information while speaking to guests; inform Management to record and act on guest preferences.
Ensure all guest complaints are reported to Management immediately.
Requirements:
Grade 12
FGASA NQF Level 4 and Lead Trails Guide Qualification essential
ARH and Rifle Proficiency
First Aid Level 2
Driver’s License and Pr-DP.
Previous experience as Assistant Head Guide or Head Guide.
Sound knowledge of planning, budgeting and departmental administration.
Click Go Apply to apply online!
Get Similar Job Alerts
More jobs in Mpumalanga
More jobs in Mpumalanga
Browse Game Ranger Jobs
Browse Craven Cottage CC Jobs
Apply directly for this position. Please read all instructions carefully.
We do not process job applications; we simply aggregate and display job listings.
More related positions
Mpumalanga: EGG DONOR – #MAKE A DIFFERENCE#BECOME A HOPE-GIVER#JOIN US AS AN EGG DONOR posted by GiftOvLife
Are you a kind, healthy woman aged 19 to 32? Your generosity could give someone the greatest gift of all a family. What Is Egg Donation?Egg donation is a...
View Job
EGG DONOR – #MAKE A DIFFERENCE#BECOME A HOPE-GIVER#JOIN US AS AN EGG DONOR
Mpumalanga: FIELD RESEARCHERS posted by PLUS 94
A leading Market Research Company seeks to employ the services of FIELD RESEARCHERS across South Africa to work on a project-to-project basis.Applicants...
View Job
FIELD RESEARCHERS
Mpumalanga: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT posted by PAR EXCELLANCE
B.Com.Compt.Articles Accountant andor 3 years exp Accountant in factory. Comp.Lit Great Plains. Expected to be internalexternal customer servicedetail...
View Job
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
Mpumalanga: Paramedics posted by Complete Healthcare Services
Paramedics Required BLS, ILS.Requirements Minimum Educational Qualifications Successfully completed an appropriate Basic Life Support BLS or Intermediate...
View Job
Paramedics
Mpumalanga: Professional Registered Nurses posted by Complete Healthcare Services
Complete Healthcare Services, a leading Registered Nursing Agency, situated in Mulbarton, Johannesburg, is seeking dedicated and compassionate Professional...
View Job
Professional Registered Nurses
Mpumalanga: Enrolled Nurses posted by Complete Healthcare Services
The successful candidate will work on a one-to-one basis with patients in the comfort of their homes OR caring for a patient in a facility. Minimum...
View Job
Enrolled Nurses
Mpumalanga: Enrolled Nurse Assistants posted by Complete Healthcare Services
The successful candidate will work on a one-to-one basis with patients in the comfort of their homes OR caring for a patient in a facility. Minimum...
View Job
Enrolled Nurse Assistants
Mpumalanga: REGISTRATION PHARMACIST posted by Complete Healthcare Services
REGISTRATION PHARMACISTMedication Dossier registration Pharmacist requiredHow to ApplyPlease forward updated CV with relevant documents to both the...
View Job
REGISTRATION PHARMACIST
Mpumalanga: Pharmaceutical Sales Representative – Qualified and Experienced posted by MJM RECRUITMENT
QualificationsGraduates with degrees in a Medical Science Field Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, Microbiology, or related.ExperienceRecent...
View Job
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative – Qualified and Experienced
Nelspruit: Worksite Specialist (Insurance) Nelspruit, Mpumalanga posted by AtripleA recruitment & temps
Worksite Specialist InsuranceLocation Nelspruit, MpumalangaSalary R35 000 to R40 000Our client in the Insurance industry is looking for a Worksite...
View Job
Worksite Specialist (Insurance) Nelspruit, Mpumalanga
Cape Town: Area Manager Regional (JHB/PTA, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Durban/ WCape, Eastern Cape) posted by Carrol Boyes
PurposeAs an Area Manager responsible for operations and compliance, you play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless functioning of multiple retail stores...
View Job
Area Manager Regional (JHB/PTA, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Durban/ WCape, Eastern Cape)
Mpumalanga: Field Guide | Mpumalanga posted by HotelJobs
?JD Specialized Recruitment is partnering with an Ultra-Luxury Lodge in Mpumalanga to find an experienced FIELD GUIDE to join their team.Ex...
View Job
Field Guide | Mpumalanga
Piet Retief: Site Agent Mpumalanga posted by Fempower Personnel
Our client based in the Engineering sector is seeking a Site Agent for their Mkhondo region. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with a strong...
View Job
Site Agent Mpumalanga
White River: Store Manager – Mpumalanga posted by Fempower Personnel
Were looking for experienced Store Manager in the Mpumalanga region for a well-established retailer in the hardware and building supply industry. Key...
View Job
Store Manager – Mpumalanga
Sandton: 250516_02 Mpumalanga – Project Manager (Pr.CPM) posted by Lyon and Partners
Key Skills RequiredB-Degree B-Tech in Built Environment Project Management QualificationProfessional Registration with SACPCMP - Project and Construction...
View Job
250516_02 Mpumalanga – Project Manager (Pr.CPM)
Sandton: 250220_01 Mpumalanga – Land Surveyor (Construction Management) posted by Lyon and Partners
Key Skills RequiredQualifications minimum Bachelors Degree in Land Survey GeomaticsB-Tech Degree in Land Surveying NQF8 with 480 credits.Professional...
View Job
250220_01 Mpumalanga – Land Surveyor (Construction Management)
Johannesburg: Channel Sales / Branch Technical Specialist (CCTV) – JHB based to service Limpopo and Mpumalanga – 3 month contract posted by Isilumko Staffing
One of our CCTV clients are urgently seeking an experienced Sales - CCTV individual to join their team on a 3-month contract in JHB, to service Mpumalanga...
View Job
Channel Sales / Branch Technical Specialist (CCTV) – JHB based to service Limpopo and Mpumalanga – 3 month contract
Middelburg: Gr 10 – 12 CAPS Teachers – Middelburg (Mpumalanga) 4th Term/Jan 2026 posted by Smartstuff Solutions
A combined school in Middelburg is growing and will be requiring teachers in 2025.The school is looking for teachers qualified in the FET Phase Grade 12...
View Job
Gr 10 – 12 CAPS Teachers – Middelburg (Mpumalanga) 4th Term/Jan 2026
Mpumalanga: Plant Manager (Utilities) posted by AtripleA recruitment & temps
Plant Manager UtilitiesLocation MpumalangaSalary R 900.000 -1.milOur client in the utilities Industry is looking to hire a Plant Manager.DUTIES AND...
View Job
Plant Manager (Utilities)
Mpumalanga: Digital Field Sales Rep – Immediately posted by Junk Mail Marketplaces
The CompanyJoin a leading and innovative digital enterprise in South Africa with 32 years of marketplace knowledge.A top 10 digital platform in SA.Truck ...
View Job
Digital Field Sales Rep – Immediately
Mpumalanga: Digital Field Sales Rep – Immediately posted by Junk Mail Marketplaces
The CompanyJoin a leading and innovative digital enterprise in South Africa with 31 years of marketplace knowledge.A top 10 digital platform in SA.Learn new...
View Job
Digital Field Sales Rep – Immediately
South Africa: 250516_01 Mpumalanga – Site Supervisor (Lines / Civil / Electrical) posted by Lyon and Partners
Key Skills RequiredElectrical Civil National Technical Diploma B-Tech Civil Preferred Experience5 years in Electrical Civil Engineering Environment and...
View Job
250516_01 Mpumalanga – Site Supervisor (Lines / Civil / Electrical)
Middelburg: Technical Sales Representative (Granular Fertilizers & Biostimulants) – Mpumalanga posted by Mirna Butler Recruitment
Are you passionate about agriculture and eager to help farmers succeed? Join my clients dynamic team leading the way in granular fertilizers and...
View Job
Technical Sales Representative (Granular Fertilizers & Biostimulants) – Mpumalanga
Mpumalanga: Lodge Anchor posted by Wild Dreams Hospitality
Candidate RequirementsGrade 12 qualificationPrior experience in a similar role within a luxury lodge environment is advantageousProficiency in computer...
View Job
Lodge Anchor
Mpumalanga: Management Couple / General Manager posted by Craven Cottage CC
ResponsibilitiesnbspOperational Management Oversee and manage all aspects of lodge operations, including guest relations, housekeeping, maintenance, food...
View Job
Management Couple / General Manager