Operations Assistant
Hoedspruit, South Africa · Permanent · Admin & Finance
OPERATIONS ASSISTANT | HOEDSPRUIT, LIMPOPO Are you highly organised, practical and ready for a hands-on role in the great outdoors? An exciting opportunity is available for an Operations Assistant to support the safe and smooth delivery of field-based expeditions. This live-in position is ideal for someone looking to build valuable experience in operations, logistics and programme management within a purpose-driven environment. Location: Hoedspruit, Limpopo Start Date: 5 October 2026 Type: Full-time, live-in position THE ROLE You will support day-to-day expedition operations, including: • Logistics, planning and administration • Kit, equipment and inventory management • First aid and communications equipment • Transport, supplies and operational movements • Reporting and maintaining accurate records • Volunteer support, training and debriefs • Daily operational briefings and meetings • Social media support, including Instagram • Identifying and escalating safety, safeguarding and welfare concerns • Problem-solving across a dynamic, field-based environment WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Highly organised, reliable and detail-oriented Strong administrative and record-keeping skills Adaptable, proactive and able to prioritise Excellent communication and teamwork skills Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly Excel Fluent in English Valid First Aid qualification, or willingness to obtain Valid South African driver's licence with PDP, or willingness to obtain Comfortable working flexible hours and living on-site Legal right to work in South Africa Police clearance and satisfactory references ADVANTAGEOUS EXPERIENCE Experience in any of the following would be beneficial: • Logistics or operations • Project or programme support • Tourism or conservation • Volunteering or youth programmes • Outdoor or field-based environments • Stock, vehicles, equipment or practical maintenance • Social media WHAT'S ON OFFER Accommodation and meals provided for approximately 9 months of the year during expeditions Approximately 3 months annual leave aligned with expedition cycles Hands-on experience in operations and programme delivery The opportunity to work in a purpose-driven, international environment To apply click on the link and scroll to the relevant role: Applicants must have the legal right to work in South Africa. #OperationsAssistant #HoedspruitJobs #LimpopoJobs #SouthAfricaJobs #OperationsJobs #LogisticsJobs #ExpeditionJobs #ConservationJobs #TourismJobs #JobsSouthAfrica