Head Guide

Nestled on the edge of Kakadu National Park and surrounded by vast floodplains teeming with wildlife, Bamurru Plains offers one of Australia's most unique wilderness experiences. We are seeking an experienced, passionate and highly professional Head Guide to lead our guiding team and deliver extraordinary nature-based experiences for guests from around the world. 

As Head Guide, you will be responsible for overseeing all guiding operations across the property, ensuring every guest experience reflects the exceptional standards and authentic hospitality Bamurru Plains is known for. You will lead a team of guides delivering airboat safaris, game drives, river cruises, walking experiences and wildlife encounters while sharing your extensive knowledge of the region's ecology, wildlife, culture and conservation values. 

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring outstanding guest engagement, operational planning, staff development and a strong commitment to safety. You will be instrumental in mentoring guides, maintaining equipment and vehicles, coordinating daily touring activities and continuously enhancing our guest offering. Working closely with Lodge Management and operational departments, you will ensure the seamless delivery of all guiding activities while fostering a positive team culture and maintaining the highest standards of safety, environmental stewardship and guest satisfaction. 

This is a full time position based at Bamurru Plains, approximately three hours from Darwin, in a remote and spectacular wilderness setting. Accommodation and meals are provided as part of your package.