Looking for a Head Guide

Kruger, South Africa

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Job Description

Very high end 5* Lodge is looking for a Head Guide to oversee the Safari Operations at two of their luxury lodges. The Head Guide will be required to manage the Safari teams in its entirety, and see to the implementation and management of all aspects regarding the Safari operation, including guide guests, on foot and by vehicle, providing a holistic safari experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure all guides and trackers comply with the required legal guiding/driving certifications, registrations and regulations as well as company and reserve requirements
  • Monitor manage and be responsible for Safari department, equipment and vehicles
  • Personnel and office administration
  • Assist with incident management
  • Host guests during their stay at the lodges
  • Conduct guided game drives with guests
  • Facilitation of good interpersonal relations between safari staff, lodge staff and guests
  • Facilitate and assist with guest queries and requests
  • Monitor and enforce reserve, lease agreement and/ or concession rules and regulations.
  • Evaluate, train and develop staff.
  • Provide leadership, guidance and counselling to team members.
  • Take corrective action when required, in accordance with the relevant policies and procedures, in consultation with the Camp Manager.

Requirements:

  • Minimum FGASA Professional Field Guide with Trails Guide qualification
  • ARH And Rifle Proficiency
  • First Aid Level 2
  • Driver’s License and PrDP
  • Previous experience as Assistant Head Guide and Head Guide advantageous.
  • Sound Knowledge of planning, budgeting and departmental administration
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), practicing honest communication
  • Team player with positive attitude, enthusiasm and emotional control
  • Able to work with group Head Guides and Training College.
  • Excellent time management and self discipline, interpersonal & problem solving skills.
  • Must work accurately under pressure.
  • Leadership skills with passion for development and skills transfer.

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Job: Full Time

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