Head Guide

2 weeks ago

Waterberg, South Africa Wild Dreams Hospitality Full time
Candidate Requirements:
  • Must have FGASA NQF4 Trails Guide
  • Professional Field Guide and FGASA Mentor (Advantage)
  • Rifle Proficiency and ARH
  • First Aid Level 2
  • Drivers License and PrDP
  • Previous experience as Assistant Head Guide or Head Guide.
  • Sound knowledge of planning, budgeting and departmental administration.
  • Sound knowledge on the applicable / relevant property and company procedures for the department, according to the standards of FGASA and the lodges Guiding culture.
  • Excellent attention to detail, excellent hygiene principles.
  • Guest focus philosophy
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), practicing honest communication
  • Team player with positive attitude, enthusiasm, and emotional control
  • Excellent time management and self-discipline, interpersonal & problem-solving skills.
  • Proactive, use initiative and creative flair when required
  • Committed and loyal, adaptable, and flexible
  • Must work accurately under pressure
  • Leadership skills with passion for development and skills transfer
Duties:
  • Oversee and train all Field Guide functions according to the FGASA standards
  • Ensure all allocations to be done for all activities
  • You will be one of two registered responsible persons for the company firearms
  • Oversee all workshop and vehicle maintenance
  • Chair and record all meetings
  • Assist in social media platforms
  • Incident management in the event of emergency or evacuation
  • Training, development and mentorship of new/ young guides
  • Conservation on the reserve
  • General service & guest care

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