Assistant Head Guide

Duties :

In the absence of the Head Guide, assume full responsibility for the Guides Department

Conduct guided guest experience and activities on the reserve

Ensure efficient allocation for all game drives, back-up drives and stand-by duties

Ensure that all guiding activities are conducted in such a manner as to cause the least amount of damage to the environment.

Complete or assist in guest lodge check-in and orientation.

You may also be required to do wake-up calls and oversee the organisation of all guest activities.

Responsible for packing your cooler-boxes and checking the hotbox in the morning

Facilitate as the communicator between the guest and the appropriate lodge departments

Operate, maintain and clean 4x4 company vehicle

Assume full responsibility for your company vehicle and any other company issued equipment

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

Personnel administration & timekeeping.

Assisting with stock and inventory management and reporting.

Operate within the legal and statutory requirements

Responsible for the safety, comfort and enjoyment of your guests.

Requirements : Grade 12

At least 3-5 years previous experience as a Field Guide in a 4 / 5

• establishment

FGASA Level 2 qualification

Knowledge about WC Fauna and Flora

Sound knowledge about Bushmans Paintings

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English

Previous experience as Senior Guide or Assistant Head Guide will be advantageous

Valid drivers license and PDP.

Valid First Aid Certificate

DEAT registration in the Western Cape

Physically and mentally fit.

A working knowledge of local fauna, flora, ecology, ethno-botany, archaeology, geology, night sky, climate and first aid.

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

Package on offer : Salary : Neg (DOE)

Free self-catering shared on site accommodation

50% Discovery Medical Aid or Medical Consultations

Provident Fund 7.5%

Free Laundry and Wi-Fi

Work cycle : 24 days ON and 8 days OFF work cycle