Luxury 5* Lodge in Pilanesberg is looking for a Head Guide. Duties: Meticulous in all aspects of Managing the Guiding Department Managing; Overseeing and Disciplining Staff in the Guiding Department Staff training and development All administrative duties pertaining to the Guiding Department Daily Game Drives & Bush walks Hosting Duties Assistance around the lodge in other departments if needed Providing sound leadership in the Rangers department to ensure that all guests have an exceptional and value-added safari experience during all game drives. Ensuring all field guides perform their duties in a manner that fully comply with legislation pertaining to FGASA, DEAT and the reserve that we operate in. Ensure the company’s ethos and culture is maintained in the Rangers department. Requirements: Grade 12 FGASA Level 2 (NQF Level 4) essential DEAT registered Valid ARH, First Aid and PDP Back-up or Lead Trails Minimum 2 years’ experience in a 4 / 5* Big-5 environment as a Head or Assistant Head Guide Wildlife photography experience would be a bonus A passion to train / mentor others in the guiding team High standards of service excellence and a passion for the industry Highly self-motivated and self-directed Comfortable assuming ownership for their role in the business Naturally intuitive, with a collaborative working style Passionate about sustainability and conservation
