TRAILS GUIDE
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Posted on:
2 days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
High end well-known Lodge in the Kalahari area is seeking an experienced and confident Trails Guide to lead immersive walking safaris and contribute to a high-quality guest experience. This role is ideal for a passionate guide with strong bush knowledge excellent situational awareness and a deep respect for wildlife and conservation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead safe informative and engaging walking safaris for guests in a Big 5 environment
- Interpret flora fauna tracks signs and ecological systems with confidence and clarity
- Ensure guest safety at all times adhering to best-practice operating procedures
- Carry and responsibly manage a licensed rifle during walking activities
- Assist with vehicle-based game drives when required
- Contribute to conservation efforts environmental monitoring and anti-poaching awareness
- Maintain professional guest interaction standards and lodge representation
- Support general guiding and lodge operations as needed
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Requirements
Requirements
- Valid Nature Site Guide qualification (NQF Level 4 or equivalent)
- Certified Trails Guide qualification recognized within South Africa
- Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP)
- Valid First Aid certification
- Valid firearm competency and rifle proficiency for trails guiding
- Proven experience conducting walking safaris in a Big 5 reserve
- Excellent knowledge of wildlife behaviour ecology and bush safety
- Strong communication skills and a calm confident presence
Personal Attributes
- High levels of situational awareness and sound judgment
- Passionate about conservation and environmental education
- Professional well-presented and guest-focused
- Physically fit and comfortable walking long distances in the bush
- Team-oriented with a positive and adaptable attitude
Benefits
R16 000- R18 000-negotiable dependent on experience
Live in
No meals
50% medical
Provident
Pension
Free access to on site
Dentist
Optometrist
Nurse
Selected free medication from the Clinic. Ie: pain meds- Voltaren shots- creams and ointments flu medication vitamins etc
Free flights to JHB and CPT depart and return
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