Lead Trails Guide

We are seeking a qualified Trails Guide to join a team on a Game Reserve in the beautiful Eastern Cape. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing guests with a safe, memorable, and educational safari experience through guided game drives and walking trails, while also contributing to the wellbeing and conservation of the reserve’s wildlife and environment.

Key Responsibilities

Guest Experience & Hosting

• Warmly welcome and host guests throughout their stay, ensuring a high level of hospitality.
  

• Provide insightful and engaging commentary on the natural environment, wildlife behavior, and conservation practices.
  

• Tailor experiences to guest needs and interests to ensure exceptional service and memorable moments.
  

Game Drives & Walking Trails

• Conduct professional, safe, and informative guided game drives and bush walks.
  

• Share in-depth knowledge of the reserve’s fauna, flora, birdlife, and ecosystems.
  

• Adhere strictly to safety protocols and maintain a calm, confident presence in high-pressure wildlife encounters.
  

Wildlife & Reserve Management

• Assist in monitoring the health, wellbeing, and movements of wildlife on the reserve.
  

• Report unusual sightings, animal behavior, or conservation concerns to management.
  

• Participate in routine reserve duties and projects as required (e.g., bush clearing, fence checks, waterhole monitoring).
  

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure full compliance with reserve regulations, guiding standards, and firearm safety requirements.
  

• Maintain all guiding equipment, firearms, and vehicles in excellent working order.
  

• Adhere to health and safety policies, including First Aid readiness.
  

Requirements

• Nature Site Guide NQF 2 (Cathsseta Certificate)
  

• Valid Dangerous Game Site Guide NQF2 (Cathsseta Certificate)
  

• Advanced Rifle Handling (ARH) certificate.
  

• Valid Firearm Competency (for both business and personal use).
  

• Valid First Aid Certificate.
  

• Valid Driver’s License with PDP.
  

• Minimum 1 year experience in guest hosting or hospitality environment.
  

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and interpretative guiding skills.
  

• Professional appearance, mature approach, and strong guest service orientation.
  

BenefitsPackage: Salary depending on experience + Funeral and Provident Fund Benefits
Accommodation: Live-in (1-bedroom apartment with open-plan lounge and kitchen). One meal provided per shift.