Field Guide / Anchor Couple

Field Guide / Anchor Couple | Luxury Game Reserve | Free State

Salary: R15,000 – R25,000 DOE (Live\-in)

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and passionate Field Guide / Anchor Couple for a luxury game reserve in the Free State. This unique opportunity is ideal for guides who are at the top of their game, with extensive experience on Big Five reserves, and a genuine passion for wildlife, conservation, and personalised guest experiences.

The reserve offers a distinctive safari experience with tigers and cheetahs, providing guides with the chance to work in an exciting, non\-traditional environment where game drives are small, focused, and photographically oriented.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct personalised game drives with a maximum of six guests per vehicle
  




• Share in\-depth wildlife knowledge and conservation insights with guests
  




• Assist guests with photography during drives, including camera settings, angles, and lighting
  




• Support the creation of photographic and video content for social media (optional)
  




• Ensure the safety of guests and animals during all activities
  




• Maintain and care for safari vehicles and equipment
  




• Collaborate with lodge staff to provide exceptional guest service
  




• Uphold the reserve’s standards of professionalism, safety, and sustainability
  

Requirements:

• CATHSSETA NQF2, FGASA, or equivalent qualification
  




• Registered with the National Department of Tourism
  




• Valid PDP license
  




• Valid First Aid certification
  




• Extensive guiding experience, preferably on Big Five reserves
  




• Strong energy, enthusiasm, and passion for wildlife and conservation
  




• Photography skills and knowledge of guest engagement on a photographic level advantageous
  




• Optional photo and video editing skills for content creation
  

Benefits:

• Live\-in accommodation on the reserve
  




• Stocked kitchen for guides’ use and dinner prepared by staff
  




• Free Wi\-Fi
  




• Communal lounge and dining areas
  




• Staff gym
  




• Access to Van der Kloof Dam for camping, fishing, and kayaking during off time
  

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to apply for this opportunity.