South Africa: Field Guide – Sj2611: Limpopo posted by HotelJobs

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Field Guide to join our luxury boutique lodge in the Waterberg Biosphere Reserve, South Africa. As part of our team, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional game drives, supporting guest activities, and ensuring an unforgettable safari experience. Our lodge is renowned for its refined hospitality, warm personalised service, and authentic safari moments, making this a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking and dynamic management team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality Big 5 game drives inside a Big 5 reserve.
• Lead short guided walks on the lodges plains game property.
• Deliver engaging, educational, enjoyable safari experiences.
• Maintain strong safety awareness and ethical wildlife viewing.
• Provide warm, attentive hosting throughout the guest stay.
• Host guests at dinner and maintain strong guide-guest relationships.
• Upsell additional game drives and guest activities confidently.
• Fully responsible for clean and tidy upkeep, ordering and maintenance of stock relating to all guide activities.

Requirements

• Strong work ethic and excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Genuine passion for hospitality and the natural environment.
• Ability to thrive in a remote lodge setting.
• Warm, engaging personality with excellent communication skills.
• Strong Waterberg biome knowledge is preferred.
• Basic maintenance and mechanical skills are valued due to the remote environment.

Qualifications

• FGASA Field Guide qualification.
• Valid PrDP (Professional Driver and Passenger) certification.
• Valid First Aid certification.
• Own transport suitable to travel gravel roads, or a clear, reliable transport plan for days off and personal errands.

Salary & Benefits

Gross monthly salary – negotiable DOE. Gratuities – Guides are the only staff permitted to receive and keep direct individual tips from guests. Lunch and dinner provided during rostered on duty period. Private room in senior staff quarters, with own bathroom and kitchenette. Water and electricity included. Uniform provided, excluding footwear. Self-service laundry facilities available 6 days off per calendar month (May change according to operational needs) + 15 days leave days per annum.

Note

Due to the nature of the accommodation and operational requirements: family, children, and pets cannot be accommodated. Must have access to Whatsapp video / Zoom / Microsoft Teams for initial interviews. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an in-person interview at the property. Must be willing to potentially complete a personality and character assessment during the interview process. Must be willing to potentially undergo a criminal record check and polygraph examination prior to final appointment. Only South African citizens or applicants with full valid work permits may apply (not ZEP).