Senior Field Guide

Bright Placements (PTY) Ltd; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Placements (PTY) Ltd invites applications for an experienced Field Guide in Mpumalanga. The role requires a minimum of two years in a lodge setting, Level 2 FGASA with both theory and practical completion, and registration with DEAT/THETA to advance qualifications.

Trails Guide, First Aid, SASSETA, a Code 8 license and PDP are essential. The ideal candidate demonstrates excellent communication, passion for wildlife, and the ability to work independently while remaining team-focused and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' work experience as a Field Guide in a similar lodge environment.
• Level 2 FGASA qualification or higher, with theory and practical completed.
• Registered with DEAT and THETA in terms of improving qualifications.
• Trails Guide Certificate.
• Valid First Aid Certificate.
• SASSETA Certificates.
• Valid South African Code 8 driver's licence.
• Valid South African Public Driver's Permit (PDP).
• Excellent communication and people-handling skills.
• An inherent passion for observing, sharing and learning about wildlife.
• Ability to work on your own with enthusiasm.
• Flexible and willing to change plans at short notice and innovate in the interests of the guest and the operation.
• Confident but humble.
• Co-operative and keen to work with the rest of the team in the interests of the lodge and guests.
• Organised, with attention to detail and good time-management skills.
• A developmental approach to staff and colleagues.
• Professional and neat personal appearance and image.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an uncompromising sensitivity towards the environment.
• Take responsibility for continuous personal education and knowledge enhancement.
• Support the continuous education and development of the tracker.
• Ensure game-drive vehicles and related equipment are maintained and cared for at all times.
• Deliver a flexible, professional and educational guest experience.

Skills

Excellent communication

People handling

Independent worker

Flexible/adaptable

Confident and humble

Cooperative/team player

Organised/detail-oriented

Time management

Development mindset

Education

Level 2 FGASA qualification

DEAT/THETA registration

Trails Guide Certificate

First Aid Certificate

SASSETA certificates

Code 8 driver's license

Public Driver's Permit (PDP)

Job description

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years' work experience as a Field Guide in a similar lodge environment.


• Level 2 FGASA qualification or higher, with theory and practical completed.


• Registered with DEAT and THETA in terms of improving qualifications.


• Trails Guide Certificate.


• Valid First Aid Certificate.


• SASSETA Certificates.


• Valid South African Code 8 driver's licence.


• Valid South African Public Driver's Permit (PDP).


• Excellent communication and people-handling skills.


• An inherent passion for observing, sharing and learning about wildlife.


• Ability to work on your own with enthusiasm.


• Flexible and willing to change plans at short notice and innovate in the interests of the guest and the operation.


• Confident but humble.


• Co-operative and keen to work with the rest of the team in the interests of the lodge and guests.


• Organised, with attention to detail and good time-management skills.


• A developmental approach to staff and colleagues.


• Professional and neat personal appearance and image.

Additional Role Expectations

• Maintain an uncompromising sensitivity towards the environment.


• Take responsibility for continuous personal education and knowledge enhancement.


• Support the continuous education and development of the tracker.


• Ensure game-drive vehicles and related equipment are maintained and cared for at all times.


• Deliver a flexible, professional and educational guest experience.