Lodge Manager

JVR Software; Makhanda; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Placements (PTY) Ltd in the Eastern Cape invites applications for a lodge operations role. The candidate will lead multiple lodge departments, ensuring high-quality guest services and adherence to sustainable practices.

Strong leadership, communication, and Excel proficiency are essential, with a preference for candidates having 5 years of safari lodge leadership experience and a valid manual driving license.

Qualifications

• Positive, energetic and caring attitude.
• Willingness to assist in all departments.
• Fostering successful teamwork and building rapport within the team.
• Experience in running all aspects of lodge departments.
• Excellent computer skills (Windows, Office, especially Excel, Res-request, and Sage POS).
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of wildlife conservation and sustainable practices.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent knowledge of Food and Beverage and service.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• 5 years’ experience at a similar Safari Lodge Operation position will be highly advantageous, and a proven track record in leadership roles.
• A valid driver’s license, with experience in driving (must be confident in driving manual vehicle).

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee lodge departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain excellent guest service and front-of-house standards.
• Coordinate with all departments to uphold conservation and sustainable practices.
• Manage staff performance and teamwork in a fast-paced lodge environment.
• Utilize computer systems (Windows, Excel, Sage POS) to track operations and inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

Work under pressure

English communication

Driving (manual)

Tools

Excel

Sage POS

Res-request

Windows

Office

Job description

Employer Bright Placements (PTY) Ltd Location Eastern Cape Job type Other Tourism/Hospitality Salary Not specified Posted 3 Nov 2026

• A positive, energetic, and caring attitude.
• Willingness to assist in all departments.
• Fostering successful teamwork and building strong rapport within the team.
• Experience in running all aspects of the different lodge departments.
• Excellent Computer Skills (Windows, Office, especially Excel, Res-request, and Sage POS)
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of wildlife conservation and sustainable practices.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent knowledge of Food and Beverage and service
• Ability to communicate effectively in English
• 5 years’ experience at a similar Safari Lodge Operation position will be highly advantageous, and a proven track record in leadership roles.
• A valid driver’s license, with experience in driving ( must be confident in driving manual vehicle)