Head Guide

Head Guide – Luxury Safari Lodge – Vaalwater

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced Head Guide to lead and mentor a team of field guides at a luxury safari lodge in Vaalwater. This live-in role requires a professional who can deliver exceptional guest experiences while ensuring safe and high-quality guiding operations and supporting conservation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of field guides, fostering skills development and high performance

• Conduct game drives, bush walks, and interpretive activities for guests

• Oversee vehicle and workshop operations, ensuring safety and maintenance standards

• Coordinate incidents and respond to operational challenges effectively

• Train and support junior guides to maintain consistent quality and service

Minimum Requirements:

• FGASA Level 2 & Trails Guide (essential)

• ARH & Rifle Proficiency, First Aid Level 2, Driver’s License & Pr-DP

• Previous experience as Assistant Head Guide or Head Guide

• Strong leadership, training, and people management skills

• Exceptional attention to detail, guest-focused, proactive, and reliable

Salary:
Negotiable DOE

Accommodation:
Live-in

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their CV