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Head Guide (Olifants Rest Camp)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the position of Head Guide for Olifants Camp within Kruger National Park.

Location

Kruger National Park

Requirements

  • Grade 12 (Matric)
  • NQF level 6 in Nature Conservation/ Environmental Management/ Eco-Tourism/ Natural Resource Management/Advance Certificate in Nature Conservation in Trans-frontier Conservation Management
  • CASHSSETA Nature Site Guide NQF level 4 (TG/NATSITEGD/4/0032)
  • Viewing Potentially Dangerous Animal (VPDA) TG/DANGAMSITEGM/4/0044.
  • Valid First Aid Certificate level 3 – preferably Wilderness Based
  • Valid DoT guiding card (Department of Tourism) Registration (Site Guide: KNP & surrounding areas)
  • Valid C1 Driver License with Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP)
  • SASSETA Unit Standards 123519, 119651 & 117705
  • Firearm Competency Card or certificate or a proof of application. as issued by the SAPS
  • Atleast 2 – 5 Senior Field Guide or in a supervisory function in both Tourism and Conservation Management in the Protected Area.
  • Basic Financial Understanding
  • Computer Literacy

Responsibilities

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

  • Leadership: Promote the highest standards of Environmental Management practices and responsible Tourism. Establish systems and procedures to ensure high standards of ethics and staff behaviour in the camp.
  • Human Capital Management: Manage & develop the local trails staff including the supervision, coaching & mentoring of the trail assistant and camp attendant through retraining, discipline and conflict resolution. Encourage teamwork, collaboration and building a loyal, productive and motivated teams.
  • Undertakes Camp Activities Administration: Administration of camp activities that includes the submission of monthly reports, monthly attendance register, vehicle logbook, completing firearm and ammunition register and submit monthly reports and completing the daily trail diary.
  • Manage & control camp stock levels and the trail budget.
  • Compliance and Safety: Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and legislation related to Environmental Monitoring and Law Enforcement on the Section.

CAMP MANAGEMENT & GUIDING

  • Provide excellent camp-based experience for guests.
  • Create a wilderness culture.
  • Effectively contribute to the building of SANParks constituency.
  • Ensure satisfactory preparation of meals for guests and staff whilst on camp.
  • Ensure the maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
  • Maintain terrain in and around camp.
  • Ensure the welfare of guests and the surrounding environment.
  • Comply with all health and safety and firearm regulations.
  • Effectively support guide training and development.
  • Conduct guided camp activities successfully:
  • Conduct guided activities from camp ensuring client satisfaction.
  • Interpret natural phenomenon, fauna and flora to guests.
  • Professional communication with guests, which includes instilling in the guests, SANParks conservation philosophies and practices.

CAMP SUPERVISION

  • Organize the activities in camp and ensure compliance with policy and procedures & code of conduct:
  • Schedule guide rosters as to ensure that there are guides available for the activities;
  • Ensure that guides arrive on time as well as the timeous departure and duration of activities;
  • Open and close activities booked over the counter as needed in conjunction with Camp management;
  • Ensure that rifles and vehicles are serviced, in working order, clean and presentable;
  • Ensure that first aid kits and all other equipment are frequently inspected and up to standard;
  • Co-ordinate all group bookings and special requests and ensuring that ad hoc vehicles and guides are sufficient for these requests;
  • Co-ordinate holiday programmes in the camps;
  • Maximize activities during peak seasons.

Please Note

Applications not responded to within 14 days of the closing date must be considered unsuccessful.

SANParks is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Paterson Grade

C3

How To Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:

Documents Required

Applications will only be completed when you have applied through the link:

RE-ADVERTISEMENT VACANCY: HEAD GUIDE (OLIFANTS REST CAMP) Internal and External – Fill in form.

Interested persons who meet the above criteria should forward their applications/cover letter and detailed Curriculum Vitae, recently certified copies of ID and qualifications to:

Human Capital Management

Private Bag X402

Skukuza 1350

Tel: (013) 735 4381

E-mail: [email protected]

NB: Only quote “HEAD GUIDE (OLIFANTS REST CAMP)” in the subject line of your electronic application (email) as well as in your application cover letter.

Closing Date

04 November 2026