Back up or Lead Trails Guide for a world renowned Game Reserve in the EC required
Makhanda, 6139, South Africa · Permanent · Guiding & Activities
Geran Ellish Recruitment is Hiring !!! BACK-UP / LEAD TRAILS Guide World-Renowned Private Game Reserve | Eastern Cape An exceptional opportunity for an accomplished Trails Guide to join a world-renowned private game reserve in the Eastern Cape. We are seeking a highly motivated, passionate, and exceptionally capable Back-up or Lead Trails Guide to join an established guiding team at one of South Africa's most prestigious private game reserves, situated near Grahamstown. This is an opportunity for a dedicated professional who is passionate about walking safaris, wilderness experiences, and delivering exceptional guest encounters in a reserve renowned for its conservation standards and guiding excellence. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE We are looking for an individual who demonstrates outstanding bush knowledge, sound judgement, and a genuine passion for walking safaris. The successful candidate must be committed to continuous development and capable of contributing positively to a highly professional guiding team. Key Requirements: • FGASA-qualified and registered with the relevant professional guiding bodies. • A current Advanced Rifle Handling (ARH) qualification. • Extensive guiding experience, with a strong emphasis on walking safaris. • Ideally qualified as a Back-up Trails Guide or very close to achieving their Lead Trails Guide qualification. • Excellent knowledge of dangerous game, animal behaviour, tracking, and wilderness interpretation. • Exceptional guest engagement skills, with the ability to deliver informative, immersive, and memorable experiences. • Strong situational awareness, decision-making ability, and a mature approach to safety in the field. • A professional attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn from an established team of highly experienced guides. • A genuine commitment to conservation, ethical guiding practices, and maintaining the highest industry standards. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Beyond qualifications, we are looking for someone with the right attitude, temperament, and passion for the profession. The ideal candidate will be: • Confident and composed in the bush, with a strong understanding of risk management. • Dedicated to refining their tracking, walking, and interpretation skills. • A team player who values mentorship, knowledge-sharing, and professional development. • Guest-focused, personable, and able to adapt their guiding style to different levels of guest knowledge and interest. • Committed to building a long-term career in specialist walking safaris. LOCATION & PREFERENCE Eastern Cape | Near Grahamstown Candidates currently based in the Eastern Cape or Western Cape will be given preference. This position will suit an individual seeking to establish themselves within an exceptional guiding environment, with the potential to further develop their trails qualifications and contribute to a world-class guiding operation. HOW TO APPLY If you are an ambitious Trails Guide with the relevant qualifications, practical experience, and passion for wilderness guiding, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your updated CV, copies of your relevant qualifications, and a brief motivation outlining your trails experience and current qualification level. Geran Ellish Recruitment Exceptional talent, perfectly placed.