Position: FIELD GUIDE
A beautiful and intimate family-owned 4* mountain nature reserve near Nelspruit is looking to recruit an energetic and enthusiastic Field guide/maintenance assistant.
We are looking for a dynamic individual with mature character, good people skills and a passion for hospitality. Must be eager and willing, and keen to join a growing company.
We have a small team requiring hands-on approach, eye for detail, flexibility and determination to maintain and improve the very high standards already in place.
Applicants are required from the Mpumalanga area; to live on the property and the position includes accommodation & utilities (electric/gas/water/internet in reasonable usage).
Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for client nature experience, (nature drives, guided walks, hiking/MTB trails) land management support under farm manager, maintenance of guest activity equipment, trails and locations, assisting with general maintenance, front of house and service.
Skills/requirements:
• Valid Driver’s license & PDP
• Minimum 1 years guiding experience
• Good general bush knowledge of Lowveld area (minimum FGASA level 1 or equivalent knowledge)
• Specialty knowledge of birds/trees a bonus
• Hosting experience and service
• General maintenance skills and experience
• Land management experience (knowledge of land maintenance and invasive species removal, etc.)
• First Aid
• Good references from all previous employers.
• Fluent in English – Afrikaans/African language helpful but not necessary
• Own vehicle
• South African residency.
– Salary: R10 000 per month (depending on qualifications and experience)
– Accommodation and utilities (electric/gas/water) provided.
If you qualify and are interested, please send your updated CV in Word format along with references and a recent Head & Shoulder picture to:
jacques@cedar-wood.co.za