Camp Manager

Bushwise; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known luxury lodge in Mpumalanga is seeking a Camp Manager to oversee all aspects of the camp, including guest and staff management. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and at least 3 years of experience in a game lodge environment. Responsibilities include administration, budgeting, and handling emergencies. Benefits include a competitive salary, accommodation, meals, and access to a staff gym. This position requires energetic, proactive individuals with excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Salary between R20,000.00 – R26,000.00 dependent on experience

Live in with meals

On-suite accommodation serviced with Wi-Fi

Staff gym and other amazing benefits

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years working experience in a game lodge environment.
• 2 – 3 years working experience in Food & Beverage.
• Fluent in English both speaking and written.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for running all aspects of the camp including guest and staff management.
• Attend high-level meetings with senior staff.
• Handle daily administration tasks and financial management.

Skills

Guest focused attention to detail

Strong leadership skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Problem solving skills

Excellent communication and guest-relationship skills

Education

Matric

Qualification in Tourism or Hospitality

Valid field guiding qualification or work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Stock control systems

Job description

Overview

This well‑known world‑famous long‑standing five‑star lodge is looking for a Camp Manager to be responsible for the running of all aspects of the camp including guests and staff. The camp manager must attend high level meetings with senior staff and connect all departments in a cohesive manner including staff management with the HR team. Tasks include daily administration task distribution guest management budgeting financial management managing each head of department and handling any emergencies.

Requirements

• EEA / EE candidates only
• Matric
• Qualification in Tourism or Hospitality
• First aid level 1
• 3 – 5 years working experience in a game lodge environment
• 2 – 3 years working experience in F & B
• Valid driver’s licence and PDRP
• Computer literate – Microsoft Office and stock control systems
• Strong leadership skills and staff management experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Fluent in English both speaking and written
• Guest focused attention to detail
• Proactive, good initiative skills and think outside the box with problem solving
• Energetic and enthusiastic
• Strong work ethic and ability to work long or flexible hours
• Familiarity with fleet management, maintenance, HR management, crisis and emergency management
• Excellent conflict management with staff and guests
• Sober habits and in good health
• Valid field guiding qualification or work experience in a similar environment
• Physically fit, safety‑conscious and able to work outdoors in all conditions
• Strong verifiable references
• Excellent communication and guest‑relationship skills
• Budget and financial management
• Crisis and emergency management

Benefits

• Salary between R20,000.00 – R26,000.00 dependent on experience
• Live in with meals
• On‑suite accommodation serviced with Wi‑Fi
• Staff gym and other amazing benefits

Employment Type: Full Time

Vacancy: 1