General Manager.
Tourism General Manager – Mazambique.
Lodges and Camps situated in 400 000 Ha Game Reserve Great Rift Valley – Mozambique.
Manage all day-to-day tourism operations, ensuring exceptional service delivery, operational excellence, and alignment with conservation and community values.
This high-profile leadership role reports directly to the CEO and is pivotal in shaping the future of sustainable tourism in the Game Reserve
It requires deep technical experience of safari tourism, a clear track record of management excellence in the safari industry and demonstration of high performance at a leading safari company.
Key Responsibilities:
• Operational Leadership: Oversee all daily tourism operations, including accommodations, food and beverage, guest services, and maintenance, ensuring seamless coordination and world-class standards.
• Performance Management: Drive operational standards across all teams, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Systems Implementation: Develop and implement effective operational and management systems to deliver consistent, cost-effective and high-quality outcomes in a remote and challenging environment.
• Team Development: Create an open, safe, and trusted team environment that encourages professional growth and accountability.
• Financial Oversight: Oversee budgeting, resource planning, and staff allocation toensure financial sustainability and optimal resource utilization.
• Guest Experience: Ensure the delivery of a world-class tourism experience, prioritizing guest safety and satisfaction at all times.
• Feedback Management: Act promptly on guest feedback to enhance service quality and address any issues in a timely manner.
Qualifications & Experience:
• Minimum of 10 years in a senior management role within the safari tourism industry.
• Must have direct experience of managing seasonal safari activities, such as camp construction/deconstruction, vehicle maintenance schedules.
• Must demonstrate experience of designing and implementing safari-specific Standard –
Operating Procedures (SOPs), performance standards and protocols in remote wilderness locations.
• Proven track record of operational excellence and team leadership within a leading safari tourism company.
• Excellent communication, organisational, management and interpersonal skills.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting and resource management.
• Commitment to conservation and community engagement principles.
• A demonstrable love of the environment and living in wild places.
Compensation & Benefits:
• Attractive compensation package commensurate with experience. $5000 – $5500 Nett
• Comprehensive benefits including travel allowance, housing allowance, and professional development
• Opportunity to work in a globally recognized conservation area with a dedicated and passionate team.
Please Note – While all applications are valuable, we’ll reach out directly to candidates who best meet the client’s requirements.
Head Instructor.
Highly reputable Guide Training institute Mpumalanga.
Head Instructors should have a minimum of :
NQF 4.
VPDA.
FGASA Level Professional level (3).
Advanced Trails Guide.
Current Advanced Rifle Handling.
5 years related industry experience
Current NDT Registration
Current PDP
Current FGASA Membership
- Accommodation provided – Single Tented Accommodation
- Other benefits: Bonus Incentive based on Personal and Company Performance
An Instructor at any of our Training Camps will be responsible for the general management and running of the camps.
This includes the planning and management of maintenance on infrastructure, vehicles and equipment. Instructors are also responsible for all firearms and ammunition and they are to make sure all firearms are safe, well maintained and in a good working order.
Instructors are also to liaise with Reserve Management on concession matters.
Each camp has a cook, cleaner and Camp Coordinators. Cooks and Cleaners report to Camp Coordinators who in turn report to the Head Instructor, and if there is no Head Instructor present, they report to the Assistant Instructor.
There are also students in camp on work experience placement or on volunteer basis.
Instructors are responsible to make sure these students are mentored and their development programmes are followed
Training
The most important part of an Instructor position is to provide an inspirational and immersive learning experience to all course participants, in order for them to reconnect to nature.
Instructors need to plan and facilitate the daily activities. They also need to make sure the correct academic requirements are met with regards to lectures, lecture content, tests, assessments and the required administration processes are correctly followed and completed.
Salary Package is market related and very competitive. including accommodation meals and company benefits.
Please Note – While all applications are valuable, we’ll reach out directly to candidates who best meet the client’s requirements.
Head Field Guide
Luxury 5* Game Lodge
Sabi Sands Game Reserve
Mpumalanga
Qualifications:
- Valid RSA Driver’s License and PDP
- Minimum NQF 4 with a minimum requirement of back up trails. Lead trails will be considered an advantage.
- NDT Registration (Mpumalanga)
- Valid First Aid with Wilderness component
- 4 Years’ Experience as a Senior Field Guide / Head Guide in a Big 5 Game Reserve
Responsibilities:
- Management of the Guide Department
- Assistance around the lodge and in other departments when required
- Bush clearing, field maintenance and veld management
- Hosting meals and guest enhancement and experience.
- Vehicle maintenance and upkeep.
Personal attributes:
- Mature and Responsible
- Well Spoken
- Well Groomed and Presentable
- Excellent guest interaction
- Ability to take initiative
Package:
Live in position.
8 days off per month with 21 annual leave days after one years’ service.
5% Provident – does not form part of CTC package (compulsory membership).
Uniform and food provided.
Salary market related.
With each qualification there is an increment.
Guest Gratuities.
Please Note – While all applications are valuable, we’ll reach out directly to candidates who best meet the client’s requirements.
Assistant Instructor.
Highly reputable Guide Training institute Mpumalanga.
Assistant Instructors should have a minimum of:
NQF 2, FGASA Level 1 – preferably Level 2, FGASA Trails Guide and Current Advanced Rifle Handling
Guiding and other related industry experience
Current NDT Registration
Current PDP (desirable)
Current FGASA Membership
General
An Instructor at any of our Training Camps will be responsible for the general management and running of the camps. This includes the planning and management of maintenance on infrastructure, vehicles and equipment. Instructors are also responsible for all firearms and ammunition and they are to make sure all firearms are safe, well maintained and in a good working order.
Instructors are also to liaise with Reserve Management on concession matters.
Each camp has a cook, cleaner and Camp Coordinators. Cooks and Cleaners report to Camp Coordinators who in turn report to the Head Instructor, and if there is no Head Instructor present, they report to the Assistant Instructor. There are also students in camp on work experience placement or on volunteer basis. Instructors are responsible to make sure these students are mentored and their development programmes are followed
Training
The most important part of an Instructor position is to provide an inspirational and immersive learning experience to all course participants, in order for them to reconnect to nature.
Instructors need to plan and facilitate the daily activities. They also need to make sure the correct academic requirements are met with regards to lectures, lecture content, tests, assessments and the required administration processes are correctly followed and completed.
Salary Package is market related and very competitive – Accommodation – meals and company benefits.
Please Note – While all applications are valuable, we’ll reach out directly to candidates who best meet the client’s requirements.
5* Game Lodge Big 5 Game Reserve – KZN
This role is suited to a well-rounded guide who delivers exceptional, immersive safari experiences while also being capable of stepping into a lodge management role during management leave periods.
The ideal candidate is passionate about the natural world, confident in leadership, and able to combine strong guiding, storytelling, and guest hosting with operational oversight.
Key Requirements
- 2 years’ experience in a luxury safari lodge environment
- FGASA NQF 2
- DEAT / NDT Registration
- Valid First Aid Certificate
- Valid PDP License
Core Responsibilities
Guiding & Guest Experience
- Conduct twice-daily game drives and/or guided walks, tailored to guest interests
- Deliver engaging, interpretive experiences focused on:
- Big 5 and large predators
- General game and ecosystems
- Provide insight into endangered species such as black rhino, cheetah, and pangolin
- Offer high-level storytelling and interpretive guiding, enhancing guest connection to nature
- Host guests during meals and lodge activities, ensuring a luxury-level experience
- Ensure strict adherence to guest safety and guiding standards
Operational & Team Support
- Work closely with Lodge Management to ensure smooth daily operations
- Assist with basic lodge and farm maintenance when required
- Support team collaboration and uphold service standards across departments
Personal Attributes
- Passionate about nature, conservation, and storytelling
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable, responsible, and adaptable
- Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-driven
- Physically fit and comfortable in a remote bush environment
- Strong team player with mentoring capability
Employment Details
- Schedule: 6 weeks on / 2 weeks off
- Accommodation: Unfurnished accommodation provided
- Uniform: Provided
- Meals, medical aid, provident fund: Not included
- Relocation costs: Not covered
We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Field Guide to join our team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing guests with an unforgettable safari experience while ensuring the safety of both wildlife and visitors.
Trails Guide qualifications would be an advantage
PDP and Code 10 License.
Exceptional Interpersonal and Communication skills.
Neat and well presented.
Able to work well within a team environment.
- A valid and current South African guide’s license and valid PrDP special driver’s license.
- FGASA Qualification Minimum of NQF 4 ( FGASA level2 )
- DEAT Registration
- Minimum 3 Years Experience as a Field Guide in a Big Five Game Reserve
- Self-disciplined, punctual and respectful.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for international guests with diverse cultures. Must have an outgoing hosting personality.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for staff, being respectful of their culture.
- Must be familiar with basic vehicle maintenance in order to communicate with the maintenance team to troubleshoot problems.
- Must be familiar with how to drive in a variety of on- and off-road conditions.
- Must be familiar with radio etiquette and able to ensure that radio conversations are kept short and direct, with no unnecessary chatter.
- Good initiative to cope with difficult situations in a remote environment.
- A valid first aid training certificate to handle trauma care.
Please Note – While all applications are valuable, we’ll reach out directly to candidates who best meet the client’s requirements.