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1-3years

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Ladismith - South Africa

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Not Disclosed

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Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Situated in the heart of a Private Game Reserve in KwaZulu Natal our client offers guests an exceptional Big 5 safari experience with a strong emphasis on conservation warm hospitality and immersive wildlife encounters. They pride themselves on delivering personalised highquality guest experiences within an environment of ecological integrity.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Field Guide to join our guiding team and grow within a professional conservationfocused environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the natural world eager to learn and committed to delivering memorable guest experiences while developing their guiding skills under the mentorship of senior guides.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct game drives and guided bush walks (under supervision if necessary)

  • Assist senior guides in delivering highquality informative and safe guest experiences

  • Participate in wildlife sightings reporting and lodge conservation activities

  • Ensure vehicles and guiding equipment are maintained and cleaned regularly

  • Welcome and engage guests with warmth and professionalism

  • Learn and share knowledge about local flora fauna and reserve ecology

  • Support lodge operations as needed contributing to an allhandsondeck team environment

  • Adhere to all health safety and reserve protocols


Requirements

  • FGASA Apprentice Field Guide (NQF2 or higher
  • Valid First Aid Level 1

  • Registered with DEAT/NDT and possession of a valid PDP (Public Driving Permit)

  • A genuine passion for wildlife and guiding

  • Friendly professional demeanour with strong interpersonal skills

  • Willingness to learn take direction and work as part of a team

  • Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions

  • Fluent in English (additional South African languages an advantage)



FGASA Apprentice Field Guide (NQF2 or higher Valid First Aid Level 1 Registered with DEAT/NDT and possession of a valid PDP (Public Driving Permit)

Education

Accredited with a CATHSSETA NQF2 or NQF4 Nature Site Guide qualification (both theory and practical components completed). Registered as a guide with the National Department of Tourism (NDT). Valid Trails Guide Certificate VPDA (View Potentially Dangerous Animals). SASSETA Firearms Proficiency Certificates (for guiding in areas requiring rifle competency). Valid South African Code 8 Driver s License with Public Driver s Permit (PDP).

Employment Type

Full Time

Company Industry

Hospitality / Hotels and Motels

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