Recruitment Consultant & Lodge Field Guide Placements

Bushwise; Remote; ZAR 300 000 - 420 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in field guiding placements in South Africa seeks an experienced Recruitment Consultant to manage the end-to-end recruitment process for lodge staff and field guides. The role demands a minimum of 3 years in recruitment, strong knowledge of industry qualifications, and the ability to assess cultural fit beyond CVs. Candidates will be expected to build relationships with various stakeholders in the ecotourism space and ensure a high-quality candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years recruitment experience in the safari lodge or field guiding industry.
• Ability to assess cultural fit and professionalism beyond CVs.
• Experience in fast-paced hiring environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for field guides and lodge staff.
• Source and screen candidates with relevant qualifications.
• Build relationships with lodge managers to understand hiring needs.
• Provide candidate support around interview preparation.
• Drive headhunting for niche roles in hospitality.

Skills

Recruitment experience within the safari lodge

Understanding of Trails Guide and PDP requirements

Strong network in ecotourism

Excellent communication skills

Tech-savvy with recruitment CRMs

Job description

Recruitment Consultant – Lodge & Field Guide Placements

Bushwise is a leading provider of professional field guide training and career placements within the Southern African conservation and ecotourism industry. We work closely with lodges, reserves, and conservation-focused employers to match top-tier talent with meaningful opportunities across the safari and guiding sectors.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Recruiter to lead the charge in placing field guides and lodge-based professionals into rewarding roles across Southern Africa. This role is critical to our mission of delivering high-quality, industry-ready candidates to our employer partners.

The ideal candidate will have intimate knowledge of the safari lodge and field guiding landscape , including industry standards, required qualifications, and the unique challenges and expectations of both clients and candidates in remote environments.

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for field guides, lodge staff, and related roles
• Source, screen, and assess candidates with relevant Nature Site Guide and Trails Qualifications, CATHSSETA etc.
• Build strong relationships with lodge managers, reserve owners, and industry partners to understand hiring needs
• Maintain an active candidate database aligned with upcoming lodge cycles and hiring trends
  Conduct detailed interviews and pre-screening processes, including reference and qualification check
  
• Provide guidance and support to candidates around interview preparation, contracts, and lodge life expectations
  
• Drive proactive headhunting for niche roles in the field guiding and hospitality sector
  
• Ensure a high-quality candidate and client experience throughout the recruitment process
  

Requirements

• Proven recruitment experience within the safari lodge and/or field guiding industry (minimum 3 years)
• Deep understanding of qualifications such as, Trails Guide, PDP, and ARH requirements
• Strong network of contacts within the ecotourism, game reserve, and lodge management space
• Ability to assess candidate suitability beyond CVs – including cultural fit, professionalism, and guest-readiness
• Experience in high-volume and fast-paced hiring environments
• Excellent communication, administration, and stakeholder management skills
• Tech-savvy with experience using recruitment CRMs or applicant tracking systems
• Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable to working in a remote setup