The Senior Nature Guide is responsible for delivering exceptional guiding experiences while supporting the operational, training, and mentoring needs of the guiding team. This role requires a highly competent, safety-focused professional who leads by example in the field, upholds conservation ethics, and contributes to the smooth daily operation of a remote wilderness camp.

Key Responsibilities

Guiding & Guest Experience

• Conduct interpretive game drives, walks, and wilderness activities to a consistently high standard
  

• Deliver engaging, informative, and professional guest interactions across diverse audiences
  

• Ensure all activities are conducted safely, ethically, and in accordance with reserve regulations
  

• Act as a senior point of contact for guests during activities
  

Safety, Compliance & Professional Standards

• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and standard operating procedure
  

• Ensure legal guiding compliance at all-times, including permits, logbooks, and reporting
  

• Respond calmly and effectively to emergencies or high-risk situations
  

Leadership & Team Support

• Mentor and support junior guides, students, and trainees in both practical and theoretical guiding skills
  

• Assist with assessments, skill development, and performance feedback where required
  

• Lead by example in professionalism, punctuality, presentation, and conduct
  

• Support the Head Guide or Management with daily planning and guiding logistics
  

Conservation & Camp Integration

• Promote conservation awareness and responsible tourism principles
  

• Work collaboratively with lodge, maintenance, and management teams
  

• Contribute to the overall culture, standards, and reputation of the camp
  

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• NQF Level 4 Nature Site Guide qualification (essential)
  

• Valid VPDA
  

• Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP)
  

• Valid First Aid (minimum Level 1; higher levels advantageous)
  

• Rifle competency (where applicable to reserve requirements)
  

• Proven experience guiding in a Big 5 or similar wilderness environment
  

• Strong ecological knowledge and interpretive guiding skills
  

Desirable Attributes

• Previous experience in a senior or mentoring guiding role
  

• Strong leadership presence with a calm, mature approach
  

• Excellent communication and guest engagement skills
  

• High levels of integrity, accountability, and environmental ethics
  

• Ability to thrive in a remote, team-based environment
  

Working Conditions

• Remote bush-based role requiring extended periods in the field
  

• Shift work including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays
  

• Accommodation and meals typically provided on-site