<p><strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Lead Trails Guide</span></span></strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);"><br></span></span></p><p><strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Location:</span></span></strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);"> Thabazimbi<br></span></span></p><p><strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Property Type:</span></span></strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);"> Luxury Safari Camp<br></span></span></p><p><strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Salary:</span></span></strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);"> Negotiable DOE, Live-In<br></span></span></p><p style="text-align:start"></p><p style="text-align:start"><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Kendrick Recruitment is now seeking a highly skilled </span></span><strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Lead Trails Guide</span></span></strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);"> to join a luxury safari camp in Thabazimbi. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced guide to lead exceptional walking safaris and game drives, while creating memorable guest experiences in a pristine wilderness setting.<br></span></span></p><p style="text-align:start"><strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Key Responsibilities</span></span></strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);"><br></span></span></p><ul><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Conduct guided walking safaris and game drives, ensuring safety and exceptional guest engagement at all times<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Share expert knowledge of local wildlife, ecology, and conservation with guests in an engaging and educational manner<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Deliver world-class hosting, creating unique and memorable experiences throughout the guest journey<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Maintain the highest safety standards during all guiding activities<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Assist in training and mentoring junior guides, trackers, and field staff<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Ensure vehicles, equipment, and rifles are properly maintained and in excellent working order<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Liaise with the camp management team to coordinate guest activities and ensure seamless service delivery<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Promote conservation awareness and represent the lodge ethos with professionalism and integrity<br></span></span></p></li></ul><p style="text-align:start"><strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Requirements</span></span></strong><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);"><br></span></span></p><ul><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">FGASA Lead Trails Guide qualification (or equivalent, with up-to-date credentials)<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Valid ARH and rifle proficiency certification<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">First Aid Level 2 (minimum)<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">DEAT/NDT registration and valid PDP drivers licence<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Minimum 35 years experience as a trails guide in a luxury lodge environment<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Strong hosting and communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with international guests<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Passion for guiding, conservation, and delivering exceptional safari experiences<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Ability to mentor and support junior guides in their development<br></span></span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:rgb(49, 57, 73);"><span style="background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);">Professional, well-presented, and guest-focused approach</span></span></p></li></ul>