Assistant Head Guide - Live-in Private Safari Reserve

Kendrick Recruitment; Kuruman; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 301,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in position

Free flights for breaks (Cape Town/Joh

6 weeks on / 2 weeks off

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced Assistant Head Guide for a prestigious private wildlife reserve in the Kalahari. The role supports the Head Guide, oversees guiding operations, mentors junior guides, and delivers exceptional guest experiences.

The position offers a live-in arrangement, a negotiable salary starting around R25,000 per month, and a 6 weeks on / 2 weeks off schedule with flights provided for breaks. Candidates should have FGASA and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• FGASA Level 2/3 Trails is required or Lead Trails experience.
• ARH registration and First Aid Level 1 are essential.
• DEAT registration is required.
• Valid Driver’s Licence and PDP are mandatory.
• Minimum 2 years guiding management or 5 years as a senior guide.
• Excellent communication and guest interaction skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Guide in managing day-to-day guiding operations.
• Lead guided game drives and interpretive bush walks with safety and guest enjoyment in focus.
• Mentor junior guides and foster team growth.
• Ensure maintenance and care of guiding equipment and safari vehicles.
• Coordinate special bush experiences such as walking safaris and bush dinners.
• Maintain strong knowledge of wildlife, ecosystems and conservation.
• Support lodge management in guest hosting and inter-department communication.

Skills

Leadership

Guest interaction

Communication

Team mentoring

Safety awareness

Kalahari knowledge

Education

FGASA Level 2/3 Trails

ARH

First Aid Level 1

DEAT registration

Driver’s Licence & PDP

Job description

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced Assistant Head Guide for a prestigious private wildlife reserve in the Kalahari. The role supports the Head Guide, oversees guiding operations, mentors junior guides, and delivers exceptional guest experiences.

The position offers a live-in arrangement, a negotiable salary starting around R25,000 per month, and a 6 weeks on / 2 weeks off schedule with flights provided for breaks. Candidates should have FGASA and relevant qualifications.