Junior Field Guide
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Posted on:
18 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
This Bush Hideout located in the Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve is seeking a professional Field Guide to deliver exceptional guest experiences through guided activities nature interpretation and warm hospitality. The guide will represent the lodge on game drives bush/forest walks and guest interactions ensuring safety education and memorable nature experiences.
Conduct guided game drives bush walks and forest-based experiences.
Provide informative engaging commentary on wildlife ecology birds and the natural environment.
Ensure guest safety and comfort at all times following reserve and lodge protocols.
Perform pre-activity checks on vehicles equipment and safety gear.
Assist with guest hosting and lodge operations when required (arrivals meals events).
Liaise with lodge management to coordinate activity schedules and guest needs.
Maintain high service standards professionalism and a strong conservation ethos.
Requirements
6 - 12 months previous experience as a Field Guide in a lodge or game-reserve environment.
Recognised guiding qualification.
Valid drivers licence; PDP preferred.
Valid First Aid certificate.
Strong knowledge of wildlife birdlife and environmental interpretation.
Excellent communication skills guest-service orientation and a warm personality.
Physically fit safety-conscious and comfortable working outdoors for long hours.
Team-player with flexibility to assist across lodge operations where needed.
Benefits
- Salary between R6500 - R8500.00 live in with meal allowance plus tips
- Cycle 3 weeks on and 6 days off a month
Required Skills:
6 months to 1 year working experience in a game lodge
Required Education:
Valid field guiding qualification in Tourism or Hospitality or work experience in a similar environmentValid PDP (non-temporary)Strong verifiable referencesExcellent communication and guest-relationship skillsPhysically fit safety-conscious and able to work outdoors in all conditions
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