South Africa: Maintenance Lead & Foh Manager – Sj2670: Knp posted by HotelJobs

Safari JOBS is recruiting for an exceptional Maintenance Lead & Front of House Manager Couple opportunity with a highly regarded, luxury bush hospitality operation in one of South Africas most iconic wilderness settings. This is a rare chance for a dynamic and accomplished couple to combine their strengths within a polished, guest-focused environment where operational excellence, refined hospitality, and attention to detail are all deeply valued. The property offers an exclusive, high-end safari experience with beautifully appointed accommodation, outstanding cuisine, immersive wildlife activities, and a strong emphasis on quality, comfort, and memorable guest experiences. This opportunity is ideally suited to a couple who thrive in a remote hospitality setting and who are passionate about delivering excellence both behind the scenes and in the guest-facing experience. One partner will bring strong technical, practical, and preventative maintenance leadership, while the other will embody warmth, professionalism, and confident front-of-house presence. Together, they will have the opportunity to become part of a respected operation where high standards, teamwork, and pride in the overall guest journey remain central to daily life. Safari JOBS would be delighted to hear from suitably experienced couples seeking a career move that combines purpose, professionalism, and the privilege of living and working in the bush. While we appreciate every application, please be aware that the lifestyle and accommodation for this role are strictly suited for child-free and pet-free candidates with valid South African residency. ??????? ???????????? ??? ???????????? Clear criminal record; Excellent employment track record references will be checked; Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal; Matric certificate; Previous lodge experience in a high-end / luxury environment; People / Hosting skills; Valid drivers licence & own transport (??????????) ????? ?? ????? ??????? ???????? Excellent administrative skills; Excellent computer skills using various Microsoft packages – word and excel and outlook; Financial mindset; ?????????: Experience with Res Request ??????????? ??????????/??????? ???????? Clear criminal record; Excellent employment track record references will be verified; Excellent English fluency & literacy; National Senior / Matric certificate; Maintenance Supervisor / Manager experience from within a 4/5* reserve, camp, lodge or hotel environment; Fair understanding & / experience regarding vehicle maintenance; Good computer literacy (excel, word, outlook, internet); Good administrative skills; ?????????: Any formal maintenance related / trade qualifications; FGASA Guide (NQF 2 / NQF 4) / Professional (Trails) Guide qualifications. ?????????? ?????? A strong work ethic with a hands-on, proactive approach to daily operations; Honest, reliable and effective communicators with the ability to multitask and maintain a high level of attention to detail; Self-motivated, fit, and energetic, with a confident, people-centric manner and strong interpersonal skills; Flexible team players who are willing to assist across departments as required, and who demonstrate initiative and creative problem-solving abilities; Demonstrate flexibility with working hours and a strong commitment to operational excellence; Of sober habits and a non-smokers, with the resilience to thrive in a demanding, fast-paced lodge environment. ??? ???????????????? ????? ?? ????? ??????? ???????? Daily front of house duties – office admin related work, check in and out of guests etc; Hosting of guests on a rotational basis, oversee of housekeeping & allocation of tasks, room checks; Curio shop sales and stocks, monthly stock takes of housekeeping and curio departments; Assistance in helping with bush events such as drinks set up etc; Confidently communicate telephonically and with email, also when interacting with guests at the lodge; Any other ad hoc duties reasonably associated with the role ??????????? ??????????/??????? ???????? Vehicle related maintenance – ability to lead a team, proactively identify issues, and at least carry out basic repairs. Assistance with / overall maintenance of the lodge and all facilities, including the upkeep of buildings, fixtures, furniture, equipment, swimming pools, landscapes, and gardens. Ensuring a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for the lodge is implemented / followed, and ensuring that all essential equipment is serviced and maintained in a manner that prolongs the lifespan of the equipment. Ensuring that all maintenance is conducted in a way that would not interfere with guest satisfaction. Assistance with / management of development of the maintenance team members. Performance management and discipline of staff. Adhere to / prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring projects are completed within allocated financial resources. Month end reporting. Any other ad hoc duties reasonably associated with the role. Game drives & / Lead / back up bush walks in a Big 5 area (Only if also a Field/Trails Guide, but not mandatory). Hosting of guests on a rotational basis potentially / TBC. ???????????? / ??????? / ???? ????? Gross monthly salary: NEG. DOE & qualifications ?????? ?????? ???? ??????????? ????? ?????? ??????????? (???? ??), ???? ???????????; Accommodation: Private room en-site; basic furnishings; Meals provided; Uniform and laundry thereof; Gratuities – Part of the lodge general staff tip pool; Work / leave cycle: 6 weeks on 2 weeks off plus 21 annual leave days ????? ?? ???? This is unfortunately not an Expat / family / pet friendly position. Candidates must be open to completing police clearance and polygraph-type assessments, should these be required, during the hiring process. Any finer details will be discussed directly with the candidate/s during an interview with the company. ??????????? ??????? Please submit your ??-??-???? ???? ??, a recent ????-???-????????? ??????????, copies of relevant ?????????????? / certificates, and contactable references for your ???? ????? ?????. Written reference letters to be included if available. We sincerely value every application submitted. 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