Hospitality and Outdoor
Additional Benefits:
Housing
Head Guide
Lodge – Ladysmith – KwaZulu-Natal
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and passionate Head Guide to join a professional lodge team based in Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal. This live-in position is ideal for a dedicated safari professional who enjoys sharing wildlife experiences with guests while leading guiding operations and maintaining exceptional service standards. The successful candidate will combine strong guiding expertise with leadership skills, ensuring memorable guest interactions and smooth day-to-day guiding activities.
Job Description & Requirements:
- Lead daily game drives and guided bush experiences for guests
- Deliver informative and engaging wildlife interpretations
- Oversee and mentor the guiding team
- Maintain high standards of guest service and satisfaction
- Ensure compliance with safety procedures and lodge standards
- Assist with guide training and ongoing skills development
- Monitor vehicle, equipment and field maintenance requirements
- Participate in lodge activities and guest engagement opportunities
- Promote conservation awareness and responsible tourism practices
- Manage guiding schedules and operational requirements
- Build positive relationships with guests and team members
- Handle guest queries professionally and confidently
- Maintain accurate records and operational reports where required
- Demonstrate excellent communication and leadership skills
- Strong knowledge of wildlife, ecology and the bush environment
- Comfortable working flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays
- Physically fit and capable of working outdoors in varying conditions
- Professional appearance and positive attitude
- Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a guiding environment will be advantageous
- Additional guiding, conservation or hospitality-related qualifications will be advantageous
Package
- Salary:
- Accommodation: Live-in
