Job Summary
Hosptiality and Outdoor - New Vacancy - Head Guide Luxury Safari Lodge, Limpopo Introduction A prestigious Luxury Safari Lodge in Limpopo is seeking an experienced and highly professional Head Guide to lead its guiding and safari department. This senior Guide role operates within the premium Hospitality and Safari industry and is ideal for a confident leader with strong operational oversight, conservation awareness, and mentorship capabilities. The successful candidate will assume full responsibility for guiding standards, safety, guest experience, departmental administration, and staff development. This role offers the opportunity to work within a high‑end lodge environment where world‑class safari experiences, ethical conservation practices, and exceptional guest interaction are core priorities. Job Requirements Minimum FGASA Level 2 Guide qualification with Full Trails (essential) Valid Trails Guide qualification, ARH, Rifle Proficiency, First Aid Level 2, Driver’s Licence and PDP Previous experience as an Assistant Head Guide or Head Guide within a luxury Safari lodge Demonstrated leadership ability with a strong focus on training, mentorship, and skills development Sound knowledge of planning, budgeting, firearms control, and departmental administration Excellent understanding of FGASA standards and professional Safari guiding practices High attention to detail, professional hygiene standards, and guest‑focused service delivery Strong communication skills, emotional intelligence, and ability to perform under pressure Package Market‑related salary package Senior leadership position within a luxury safari operation Opportunity to drive training, mentorship, and succession planning Exposure to conservation‑focused guiding and inter‑department collaboration Work within a values‑driven Hospitality environment Start Date: To be confirmed