Trails Guide
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Job Location:
Polokwane - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
ZAR 18000 - 18000
Experience Required:
4-5years
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- 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
Requirements
Requirements
- Valid Nature Site Guide qualification (NQF Level 4 or equivalent)
- Certified Trails Guide qualification recognised 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
- 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
Required Skills:
Nature Site Guide qualification (NQF Level 4) essential Valid guiding license and up-to-date Professional Driving Permit (PDP) Valid First Aid certification Strong knowledge of local flora fauna and ecosystems Excellent communication and guest engagement skills Ability to work independently in a remote environment Passion for conservation and outdoor education
Required Education:
Nature Site Guide qualification (NQF Level 4) essentialValid guiding license and up-to-date Professional Driving Permit (PDP)Valid First Aid certificationStrong knowledge of local flora fauna and ecosystemsExcellent communication and guest engagement skillsAbility to work independently in a remote environmentPassion for conservation and outdoor education
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