Camp Manager

Kendrick Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 179,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in Accommodation

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is looking for an experienced Camp Manager for a luxury safari camp in the Welgevonden Game Reserve, Limpopo. You will oversee daily operations, lead a small team, and ensure top-tier guest experiences with a hands-on, hospitality-focused approach.

Live-in accommodation is provided, and the role requires flexibility to work weekends and public holidays in a remote safari environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Camp Manager, Lodge Manager or similar hospitality management role.
• Experience within a luxury safari lodge or camp environment will be advantageous.
• Strong guest relations and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a small team.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.
• Professional presentation and a genuine passion for hospitality.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.
• Must be comfortable working and living in a remote safari environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the camp and ensure smooth service delivery.
• Manage and motivate the camp team, ensuring high standards are consistently maintained.
• Welcome and host guests, creating a warm and memorable safari experience.
• Coordinate daily activities and assist with guest requirements and special requests.
• Conduct staff briefings and ensure the team is well prepared for daily operations.
• Monitor service standards across all areas of the camp.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and general administration.
• Ensure cleanliness, presentation and maintenance standards are upheld.
• Handle guest feedback and resolve operational issues professionally.
• Work closely with management to maintain the overall standards and reputation of the property.

Job description

Camp Manager | Luxury Safari Camp | Welgevonden

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Camp Manager to join a luxury safari camp in the Welgevonden Game Reserve, Limpopo. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on hospitality professional who enjoys guest interaction, team leadership and ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day operation of a safari camp.

Position details:

• Location: Welgevonden Game Reserve, Limpopo

• Property type: Luxury Safari Camp

• Position: Camp Manager

• Salary: R16,000 – R18,000 per month

• Accommodation: Live-in

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operation of the camp and ensure smooth service delivery.

• Manage and motivate the camp team, ensuring high standards are consistently maintained.

• Welcome and host guests, creating a warm and memorable safari experience.

• Coordinate daily activities and assist with guest requirements and special requests.

• Conduct staff briefings and ensure the team is well prepared for daily operations.

• Monitor service standards across all areas of the camp.

• Assist with stock control, ordering and general administration.

• Ensure cleanliness, presentation and maintenance standards are upheld.

• Handle guest feedback and resolve operational issues professionally.

• Work closely with management to maintain the overall standards and reputation of the property.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a Camp Manager, Lodge Manager or similar hospitality management role.

• Experience within a luxury safari lodge or camp environment will be advantageous.

• Strong guest relations and communication skills.

• Proven ability to lead and motivate a small team.

• Excellent organisational and problem‑solving abilities.

• Hands‑on approach with strong attention to detail.

• Professional presentation and a genuine passion for hospitality.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.

• Must be comfortable working and living in a remote safari environment.