Junior Field Guide

Bushwise; Knysna; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A wildlife lodge in the Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve seeks a professional Field Guide to enhance guest experiences through guided activities. The role includes conducting game drives and bush walks while providing educational information on the natural environment. Candidates should have prior experience as a Field Guide, valid driving and First Aid certificates, and excellent guest-service skills. The position offers a competitive salary and a cycle of 3 weeks on and 6 days off.

Benefits

Salary between R6500 – R8500 with meals and tips

Cycle 3 weeks on and 6 days off

Qualifications

• 6–12 months of experience as a Field Guide.
• Valid driver’s licence and PDP preferred.
• Strong knowledge of wildlife and environmental interpretation.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors for long hours.
• Valid field-guiding qualification in Tourism or Hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Conduct guided game drives and bush walks.
• Provide informative commentary on wildlife and ecology.
• Ensure guest safety and comfort at all times.
• Perform pre-activity checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Assist with guest hosting and lodge operations as needed.

Skills

Wildlife knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Guest-service orientation

Team player

Safety-conscious

Education

Recognised guiding qualification

Valid First Aid certificate

Job description

This Bush Hideout located in the Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve is seeking a professional Field Guide to deliver exceptional guest experiences through guided activities, nature interpretation, and warm hospitality. The guide will represent the lodge on game drives, bush/forest walks and guest interactions ensuring safety, education, and memorable nature experiences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct guided game drives, bush walks and forest-based experiences.
• Provide informative and engaging commentary on wildlife, ecology, birds and the natural environment.
• Ensure guest safety and comfort at all times following reserve and lodge protocols.
• Perform pre‑activity checks on vehicles, equipment and safety gear.
• Assist with guest hosting and lodge operations when required (arrivals, meals, events).
• Liaise with lodge management to coordinate activity schedules and guest needs.
• Maintain high service standards, professionalism and a strong conservation ethos.

Requirements

• 6–12 months of previous experience as a Field Guide in a lodge or game‑reserve environment.
• Recognised guiding qualification.
• Valid driver’s licence; PDP preferred.
• Valid First Aid certificate.
• Strong knowledge of wildlife, birdlife and environmental interpretation.
• Excellent communication skills, guest‑service orientation and a warm personality.
• Physically fit, safety‑conscious and able to work outdoors for long hours.
• Team‑player with flexibility to assist across lodge operations where needed.
• Valid field‑guiding qualification in Tourism or Hospitality or work experience in a similar environment.
• Strong verifiable references.

Benefits

• Salary between R6500 – R8500.00 (live‑in with meal allowance plus tips).
• Cycle 3 weeks on and 6 days off a month.

Employment Type: Full Time

Vacancy: 1