Wildlife Camp Operations Manager

Dante Personnel; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking two experienced Camp Managers for a field guiding and wildlife training establishment in Hoedspruit. Suitable for hospitality professionals with strong leadership and organisational skills and a passion for wildlife and conservation.

Responsibilities include overseeing day-to-day camp operations, maintaining high cleanliness and functionality, coordinating staff, meals, activities and budgeting while ensuring health, safety and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in camp management or lodge management.
• Experience in safari lodge, bush camp or wildlife training environment advantageous.
• Strong leadership and organisational abilities.
• Hands-on, pragmatic approach to daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations and overall management of the camp.
• Ensure the camp is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness, presentation and functionality.
• Supervise, manage and motivate staff to ensure efficient operations and a positive working environment.
• Coordinate housekeeping, catering, maintenance and general camp services.
• Ensure meals and accommodation services meet the required standards.
• Assist with the coordination of daily activities, schedules and logistical requirements for field guiding and wildlife training programmes.
• Maintain effective communication with trainers, guides, trainees and other relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor stock levels, manage supplies and assist with purchasing and inventory control.
• Oversee camp facilities and report maintenance requirements promptly.
• Ensure health, safety, hygiene and operational procedures are consistently followed.
• Handle queries, concerns and operational challenges professionally.
• Assist with budgeting, administrative duties and operational reporting where required.
• Promote a disciplined, organised and welcoming camp environment.
• Support the smooth running of training activities while respecting the operational requirements of the establishment.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Hospitality qualification or training

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Email

Digital reporting systems

Job description

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking two experienced Camp Managers for a field guiding and wildlife training establishment in Hoedspruit. Suitable for hospitality professionals with strong leadership and organisational skills and a passion for wildlife and conservation.

Responsibilities include overseeing day-to-day camp operations, maintaining high cleanliness and functionality, coordinating staff, meals, activities and budgeting while ensuring health, safety and guest satisfaction.