Head Guide

2 weeks ago

Mbombela Mpumalanga, South Africa HotelJobs.co.za Full time

Head guide

**Qualifications & Requirements**:

- Valid RSA Driver's License and PDP
- First Aid
- FGASA Level 2 - Field Guide
- Trails Guide
- Firearm competency

**Experience**:

- Previous experience in a Big 5 reserve and 5 star lodge necessary
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Big 5 reserve
- Experience in wildlife photography will be an advantage

Package
- Salary is negotiable depending on qualification, experience and references
- Accommodation
- Meals while on duty
- 21 days on7 days off work cycle
- 15 days annual leave
- Provident Fund

**Responsibilities**:
**Responsibilities include but not limited to**:

- Meticulous in all aspects of Managing the Guiding Department
- Managing, Overseeing and Disciplining Staff in the Guiding Department
- Staff training and development
- Assisting the marketing manager to get content for social media
- All administrative duties pertaining to the Guiding Department
- Overseeing and Management of the Portfolio’s Fleet
- Allocation of rangers and trackers to daily game drives
- Daily Game Drives & Bush walks
- Hosting Duties
- Allocation of Airport Transfers
- Guest Activity and Airport Transfers
- Little paws program
- Assistance around the lodge in other departments if needed
- Photographic safaris
- Reporting to Group Operations Manager(s) and Head Office

Attributes
- Mature and responsible
- Well spoken, well-groomed and presentable
- Strong leadership capabilities
- Positive attitude and approach toward team work
- Hands on approach towards the guest experience
- Ability take initiative and problem solve
- Excellent guest interaction skills
- Passionate and pro-active towards personal growth and training
- Sober Habits, NO DRUGS

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