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ZMO 17135 - Junior Field Guide

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Limpopo

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ZAR 50 000 - 200 000

Full time

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Job summary

A luxury lodge in Limpopo is seeking a Junior Field Guide to conduct guided game drives and provide engaging guest experiences. The ideal candidate has FGASA NQF2 certification, valid PDP and First Aid, and at least 2 years' experience in a Big Five reserve. Candidates should possess strong storytelling abilities and professionalism, with benefits including shared accommodation and meals on duty.

Benefits

Shared accommodation
Light breakfast & hot meal while on duty
Uniform provided
Tips
Provident Fund (after 3-month probation)

Qualifications

  • At least 2 years’ guiding experience in a Big Five reserve.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct guided game drives and bush walks.
  • Deliver engaging, informative guest experiences.
  • Assist with lodge maintenance and basic upkeep.
  • Support conservation and lodge operations as needed.
  • Willingness to assist in other departments during quiet periods.
  • Uphold safety, ethical guiding and hospitality standards.

Skills

Strong interpretive and storytelling ability
Confident public speaking and guest engagement
Good with children and family groups
Basic bush knowledge and tracking skills
Reliable, punctual and safety-conscious
Adaptable and calm under pressure
Professional grooming and conduct

Education

FGASA NQF2 (formerly Level 1)
Valid PDP and First Aid
Job description
SUMMARY :

Junior Field Guide

POSITION INFO :

Employer Description

Boutique luxury lodge

Job Description

A well-established lodge in the Hoedspruit region is looking for a passionate and professional Junior Field Guide to join their team.

Key Responsibilities :
  • Conduct guided game drives and bush walks
  • Deliver engaging, informative guest experiences
  • Assist with lodge maintenance and basic upkeep
  • Support conservation and lodge operations as needed
  • Willingness to assist in other departments during quiet periods
  • Uphold safety, ethical guiding and hospitality standards
Qualifications
  • FGASA NQF2 (formerly Level 1)
  • Valid PDP and First Aid
  • At least 2 years’ guiding experience in a Big Five reserve
Skills
  • Strong interpretive and storytelling ability
  • Confident public speaking and guest engagement
  • Good with children and family groups
  • Basic bush knowledge and tracking skills
  • Reliable, punctual and safety-conscious
  • Adaptable and calm under pressure
  • Professional grooming and conduct
Benefits
  • Shared accommodation
  • Light breakfast & hot meal while on duty
  • Uniform provided
  • Tips
  • Provident Fund (after 3-month probation)
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