Field Guide

Bushwise; Vaalwater; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site accommodation

Meals provided

Mentorship in luxury lodge management

Job summary

Bushwise in Vaalwater, South Africa, is seeking a passionate junior guide to elevate their career in a premier luxury safari property. The role offers a clear pathway to take on Relief Management responsibilities when lodge managers are away, with mentorship in luxury lodge operations.

You will guide game drives, support walking safaris, and deliver world-class hospitality for international and local guests, while expanding your leadership capabilities in a growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of active field guiding and trails backup experience.
• FGASA qualifications relevant to guiding and trails back-up are required.
• PrDP and First Aid certifications are required.
• Rifle competency and related firearm certificates are required.

Responsibilities

• Guide and conduct professional, safe game drives and back-up walking safaris.
• Deliver world-class hospitality and personalized guest experiences for international and local guests.
• Oversee daily lodge operations and team supervision during manager leave cycles (Relief Management).
• Assist with lodge hosting, conservation initiatives, and day-to-day camp needs.

Skills

Guiding

Back-up trails

Communication

Hospitality

Education

FGASA cert

PrDP

First Aid cert

Rifle competency

Job description

Vaalwater, South Africa

Are you a passionate, motivated junior guide looking to elevate your career in a unique bushveld environment? A premier luxury safari property in the Waterberg is seeking a dedicated Guide & Back-up Trails Guide who is eager to learn, grow, and step into leadership.

This role is perfect for a driven individual looking to expand their skill set, offering a clear pathway to take on Relief Management responsibilities when the lodge managers are away.

Key Responsibilities

• Guiding & Trails: Conduct professional, informative, and safe game drives and back-up walking safaris.
• Guest Relations: Deliver world-class hospitality, ensuring an unforgettable, personalized experience for international and local guests.
• Relief Management: Oversee daily lodge operations, guest logistics, and team supervision during management leave cycles.
• Property & Conservation Support: Assist with general lodge hosting, conservation initiatives, and day-to-day camp requirements.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in active field guiding and backing up trails.

Qualifications

• Valid FGASA qualifications relevant to guiding and trails back-up.
• Valid PrDP (Public Driver's Permit).
• Valid First Aid Certificate.
• Valid Rifle Competency and relevant firearm proficiency certificates.
• Attributes: A strong work ethic, positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a genuine eagerness to take on hospitality management responsibilities.
• Advantageous: Prior experience in luxury hospitality or previous relief management exposure.

Please note: Preference will be given to Employment Equity (EE) candidates.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary of R12,000 - R15,000 PM based on experience.
• On-site accommodation and meals.
• A supportive, growth-oriented environment with direct mentorship in luxury lodge management.