Field Guide - Karoo, Western Cape

HotelJobs; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Private room

Shared facilities

Job summary

HotelJobs in South Africa seeks a Field Guide for a live-in position at a Karoo lodge in the Western Cape. The successful candidate will lead guided walks and drives, share knowledge of wildlife, and ensure guest safety with hospitality excellence.

Requirements include valid guiding qualifications, a valid driver’s license and PDP, with prior lodge guiding experience preferred. The role also involves vehicle checks, guest hosting in the restaurant, and flexible working hours, including weekends

Qualifications

• Valid guiding qualifications are essential.
• Valid driver’s licence and Professional Driving Permit are required.
• Previous Lodge guiding experience is preferred.
• Genuine passion for nature, wildlife and memorable guest experiences.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and guest engagement skills.
• Professional and well-presented at all times.
• Reliable, responsible and punctual.
• Willing to work flexible hours, weekends and public holidays.
• Able to conduct guided walks, drives and other Lodge activities.
• Committed to guest safety at all times.

Responsibilities

• Guide guests on walks, drives and lodge activities.
• Assist with vehicle care and daily maintenance checks.
• Participate in daily cleaning duties and guest hosting in the restaurant.
• Maintain high standards of safety, hospitality and professionalism.
• Collaborate with the Lodge team and support guest experiences.

Skills

Communication skills

Guest engagement

Presentation

Punctuality & reliability

Team player

Education

Valid guiding qualifications

Job description

Hospitality and Outdoor - New Vacancy - Field Guide Karoo; Western Cape Introduction An exciting Guide opportunity is available at a well-established Lodge in Karoo; Western Cape . This position is suited to a professional, enthusiastic and knowledgeable candidate with a genuine passion for Wildlife ; nature and memorable guest experiences. The successful Lodge Guide will lead guests on guided walks, drives and other lodge activities while sharing engaging and informative knowledge of the natural environment. This live-in opportunity is ideal for a reliable and well-presented Guide who enjoys working with people and consistently maintains excellent standards of safety, hospitality and professionalism. In addition to guiding responsibilities, the Guide will assist with vehicle care, basic maintenance checks, daily cleaning duties and guest hosting in the restaurant. The successful candidate must work effectively with the broader Lodge team and be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.

Field Guide Requirements

• Valid guiding qualifications are essential.
• Valid driver’s licence and Professional Driving Permit.
• Previous Lodge guiding experience is preferred.
• Genuine passion for nature, Wildlife and memorable guest experiences.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and guest engagement skills.
• Professional and well-presented at all times.
• Reliable; responsible, punctual and team-orientated.
• Willing to work flexible hours, weekends and public holidays.
• Able to conduct guided walks, drives and other Lodge activities.
• Committed to maintaining guest safety at all times.
• Able to complete vehicle checks and daily cleaning checklists.
• Willing to assist with guest hosting in the restaurant.
• Comfortable working in a live-in Lodge environment in Waterberg.

Field Guide Package

• Salary dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Full-time; live-in position.
• Unfurnished private room provided.
• Shared communal and bathroom facilities.
• Opportunity to work in the Wildlife and hospitality industry in Karoo; Western Cape .

Start Date: Negotiable / As soon as possible