Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and professional Trails Guide to join our team at a well-regarded 5-star luxury private game lodge set within the malaria-free Big Five Madikwe Game Reserve, North West Province. As a guest-focused guide, you will thrive as part of a close-knit team and deliver exceptional, personalised safari experiences through morning and afternoon game drives, guided bush walks, full guest hosting duties, and more.
Key Responsibilities
- Present at the main lodge 30 minutes before the guest wake-up call to prepare morning coffee
- Host guests during morning coffee and conduct morning game drives in accordance with NWPTB regulations
- Conduct afternoon game drives in accordance with NWPTB regulations and Code of Conduct
- Host guests at high tea prior to afternoon game drives
- Conduct guided bush walks in accordance with NWPTB regulations
- Meet and greet guests on arrival, assist with luggage and vehicle parking
- Farewell guests on departure and assist with luggage and vehicle retrieval
- Communicate guest ETAs and field updates via Parks Board radio channel
- Communicate dietary requirements to the kitchen ahead of game drive snacks
- Ensure all vehicles, rifles, and equipment are maintained, clean, and in good working order at all times
- Conduct airstrip clearing, pick-ups, and drop-offs following Federal Air protocol
- Remove unwanted wildlife (snakes, critters) from guest rooms and public areas when required
- Conduct children’s safari activities for guests under 10 years of age
- Assist the maintenance team during periods without guest activities
Requirements
- FGASA Trails Guide (NQF2 minimum, NQF4 preferred)
- VPDA
- Essential FGASA Advanced Rifle Handling (ARH)
- Essential FGASA Nature Site Guide (NQF4)
- Valid PrDP
- Essential First Aid certificate (Wilderness First Aid preferred)
- Essential SAPS Firearm Competency
- Essential SASSETA accreditation (117705 / 119651 / 123519) or valid licence to possess a firearm
- Essential CATHSETA certification
- Essential Department of Tourism (DEDECT) registration for Madikwe Game Reserve – essential (or willingness to obtain on commencement)
- Minimum 3 years’ guiding experience in a Big Five environment
Qualifications
- FGASA Advanced Astronomy
- FGASA Biome Guide
- FGASA Bird Guide
- FGASA Guiding Butterflies and Moths
- CyberTracker Track & Sign / Tracker / Trailing
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on FGASA qualifications and experience
- Commission: Additional R300 per guided bush walk with guests
- Live-in: Accommodation, meals, and uniform provided
- Medical Aid contribution (commences after 3rd month of employment)
- Rotation: 36 days on / 12 days off
- Leave: 21 floating days per year (subject to operational requirements)
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