Trails Guide - 5* Boutique Game Lodge
Timbavati, South Africa · Permanent · Guiding & Activities
Description Trails Guide - Luxury Safari Lodge - Timbavati, Greater Kruger Kendrick Recruitment is searching for a passionate and qualified Trails Guide for an intimate, well-regarded luxury safari lodge set within the Big Five Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, forming part of the Greater Kruger ecosystem near Hoedspruit, Limpopo. This is a live-in position for a guest-focused guide who thrives as part of a small, close-knit team. The lodge is also open to applications from couples where the second partner has strong F&B or service management experience within a luxury lodge environment. Minimum Requirements: FGASA NQF2 minimum - essential (NQF4 strongly preferred) Lead Trails Guide qualification - essential (candidates near completion will be considered) Advanced Rifle Handling (ARH) - essential Valid SAPS Firearm Competency - essential SASSETA registration - essential Valid First Aid certificate - essential Valid PrDP - essential NDT registration - essential Minimum 2 to 3 years' guiding experience in a Big Five luxury lodge environment Excellent guest interaction and communication skills Well-presented, professional and passionate about wildlife and the Greater Kruger ecosystem Comfortable living and working in a remote, live-in bush environment Stable work history with contactable references Couple Applications: The lodge will consider couple applications where the second partner has: Minimum 2 to 3 years' F&B management or service management experience within a luxury lodge environment - essential Strong guest-facing hosting skills Proven ability to manage a small F&B or service team to a 5-star standard Stable work history with outstanding, contactable references Key Responsibilities: Lead morning and evening game drives across the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve and Greater Kruger open system Conduct guided bush walks in line with qualifications and reserve protocols Deliver engaging, safe and personalised safari experiences for discerning guests Maintain vehicles, equipment and firearms to the required standard Ensure guest safety at all times during all activities Contribute positively to the small lodge team and overall guest experience Package: Gross Salary: R11,000 to R14,000 per month (DOE) - Trails Guide Live-in: Accommodation and meals provided Couple accommodation available subject to both partners meeting the relevant requirements Should you feel you are the right fit for this role, please apply with your updated CV, contactable references and a recent head and shoulders photo ASAP! Couples should submit both CVs. 📌 Please Note: If you do not receive feedback within 7 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.