Field Guide

Field Guide – Luxury Safari Lodge – Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and passionate Field Guide to join a luxury safari lodge in Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga.

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified guide who is passionate about wildlife, conservation and delivering memorable safari experiences to guests. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting engaging game drives while maintaining a high level of professionalism and guest service.

Key responsibilities

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  Conducting professional and informative game drives for lodge guests
  
  

  
  


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  Providing engaging interpretation of the local wildlife, ecology and environment
  
  

  
  


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  Ensuring guest safety and comfort throughout all activities
  
  

  
  


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  Sharing knowledge of fauna, flora, tracks, spoor and animal behaviour
  
  

  
  


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  Creating memorable and personalised guest experiences
  
  

  
  


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  Assisting with bush walks and other guest activities where required
  
  

  
  


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  Maintaining high standards of guiding and lodge presentation
  
  

  
  


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  Ensuring all vehicles and guiding equipment are clean, safe and well maintained
  
  

  
  


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  Assisting with general lodge duties when required
  
  

  
  


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  Maintaining professional relationships with guests and fellow team members
  
  

  
  

Requirements

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  FGASA qualification and relevant guiding experience
  
  

  
  


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  Valid first aid certification
  
  

  
  


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  Valid driver's licence
  
  

  
  


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  Previous experience within a luxury safari lodge environment
  
  

  
  


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  Strong knowledge of wildlife, conservation and the local environment
  
  

  
  


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  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  
  

  
  


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  Passionate, enthusiastic and guest-focused approach
  
  

  
  


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  Professional appearance and conduct
  
  

  
  


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  Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays
  
  

  
  

Position details

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  Location: Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga
  
  

  
  


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  Property: Luxury Safari Lodge
  
  

  
  


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  Position: Field Guide
  
  

  
  


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  Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
  
  

  
  

How to apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their CV to Kendrick Recruitment for consideration.