Senior Field Guide

Craven Cottage CC; Hoedspruit; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Craven Cottage CC in Hoedspruit, Limpopo, is seeking an experienced safari guide for a full-time role. The candidate will conduct daily game drives, hosting duties, and guest transfers, including airport runs.

Experience driving a Quantum is essential, with day safaris across Kruger and Panorama routes. Requirements include Grade 12, FGASA Level 1/2 with guiding qualifications, a valid RSA licence and PDP, First Aid, Rifle Handling, SAPS firearm competency, and DEAT registration.

Qualifications

• Must have Grade 12.
• FGASA Level 1/2 and all relevant guiding qualifications are required.
• Valid RSA Driver's Licence and PDP.
• First Aid certification is required.
• Rifle Handling and SAPS Firearm Competency are required.
• DEAT Registration is required.

Responsibilities

• Daily Game Drives.
• Hosting Duties.
• Guest Activity and Airport Transfers (must have experience in driving a Quantum).
• Airport transfers.
• Driving guests on day safaris and excursions (Kruger & Blyde River Canyon / Panorama Route).
• Assistance around the lodge in other departments if needed.
• Bush Walks.

Skills

Guest handling

Game drive experience

Hosting ability

Education

Grade 12

FGASA Level 1/2 and guiding qualifications

Valid RSA Driver's Licence and PDP

First Aid

Rifle Handling

SAPS Firearm Competency

DEAT Registration

Job description

Duties:

• Daily Game Drives
• Hosting Duties
• Guest Activity and Airport Transfers (Must have experience in driving a Quantum)
• Airport transfers
• Driving guest on day safaris and excursions (Kruger & Blyde River Canyon / Panorama Route)
• Assistance around the lodge in other departments if needed
• Bush Walks

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• At least 3 years previous experience in a 4 / 5* lodge environment
• FGASA Level 1 / 2 and all relevant guiding qualifications
• Full Trails will be an advantage
• Valid RSA Driver's License and PDP
• Experience in driving a Quantum essential
• First Aid
• Rifle Handling
• SAPS Firearm Competency
• DEAT Registration