JOB SUMMARY:
We are looking for a socially focused team player with high attention to detail who can operate in a constantly changing
environment under pressure to welcome guests and see to their needs throughout their stay.
ORGANISATIONAL POSITIONING:
• Department: Guides
• Reporting to: Assistant Head Guide
• Location: Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve and Wellness Retreat
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE OR QUALIFICATION:
• Valid driver’s license and PDP.
• Valid First Aid Certificate
• DEAT registration in the Western Cape
• Preferable previous experience of two years as a Field Guide
• FGASA Level 1 qualifications as a Field Guide
• Knowledge about WC Fauna and Flora
• Preferable knowledge about Bushmans Paintings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English
Skills required:
• Physically and mentally fit.
• A working knowledge of local fauna, flora, ecology, ethno-botany, archaeology, geology, night sky, climate and first
aid.
• Basic ability to identify major tracks and signs.
• Ability to safely operate a canoe, re-curve bow & arrow, mountain bike, telescope, fly fishing equipment and 4x4
vehicle
• Basic 4x4 maintenance skills.
• A working knowledge of the fundamentals of photography
• A good knowledge of guiding in a luxury lodge environment.
• A thorough knowledge of all aspects of field guiding.
• Good knowledge of luxury travel market.
• Computer literate in MS Power Point, MS Excel and MS Word
KEY PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES:
• Conduct guided guest experience and activities on the reserve by interpreting the natural and cultural environment.
• The guided experience can be on foot, in canoe, vehicle or bicycle.
• All guiding activities should be conducted in such a manner as to cause the least amount of damage to the environment.
I.e. no off road driving, picking of plants, or removal of natural objects
• Complete or assist in guest lodge check-in and orientation. You are required, to park vehicles and take luggage to the
rooms.
• You are also required to do wake-up calls and oversee the organisation of all guest activities.
• You are expected to ‘lock up’ the lodge at least one evening a week and assume full responsibility for this task. You
will also transport staff to the staff village as and when required.
• You are responsible for packing your cooler-box with drinks and checking the ‘hotbox’ in the morning, ensuring you
have everything required.
• Facilitate as the communicator between the guest and the appropriate lodge departments including, Maintenance,
Gardens, Administration, Spa, Rangers, Heritage Center & Marketing.
• Operate, maintain and clean your 4x4 company vehicle
• Assume full responsibility for your company vehicle and any other company issued equipment and will be held
accountable for any loss or damage.
• Design and implement projects including conservation, social responsibility, marketing & promotion, guest activity and
new product development.
• Compilation of guest itineraries & programs
• Assist with reserve management tasks, including game capture, monitoring programs, maintenance, veld management
and problem animal control.
• You are responsible for personnel administration & timekeeping., assisting when necessary with stock and inventory
management and reporting
• Operate within the legal and statutory requirements of South Africa. Be aware of the legal requirements (i.e. THETA
and DEAT Registration, PDP license, 1st aid certificate), environmental acts and ordinances of this particular province.
• Maintain the relationship between field guide and landowner by respecting and protecting their property, whilst operating
strictly within the legal guidelines and regulations pertaining to Bushmans Kloof at all times.
• Responsible for the safety, comfort and enjoyment of your guests. You must accept full responsibility for conduct of self
as well as conduct of persons in your care.
• The highest possible standard of safety measures should be maintained at all times.
The following package is offered: Market related salary
Free self-catering shared on site accommodation
50% Discovery Medical Aid or Medical Consultation
Provident Fund 7.5%
Laundry and Wifi