Here’s what you need to have in your Rifle bag

Qualifications / Experience
• South African Citizen

• 3 to 5 years experience guiding in 5 Star Establishments

• General knowledge of legal implications of being a Field Guide

• FGASA Level 3 preferred and no less than FGASA Level 2

• DEAT Registered

• THETA Registered

• Valid Driver’s License and PrDP

• Valid First Aid Certificate

• Rifle Handling POSLEC/Advanced

• Trails Guide Qualification

• Astronomy knowledge would be an advantage

• Off-road driving in 4x4 vehicles

Behaviours / Skills
• A passion for nature, animals, conservation and the environment

• A passion for people and creating a holistic experience, imparting knowledge about the bush

• Basic Computer Knowledge

• Stock/Equipment control

• General vehicle maintenance knowledge

• Basic knowledge of people management (managing Tracker)

• Good command of the English language, written and spoken

• Vigour, able to cope under pressure

• Excellent organizational and planning skills

• Hands on approach

• Excellent communicator

• Anticipating guests needs and facilitating the small touches that enhance the guest experience

• Sensitive to cultural issues/ patient with colleagues

• Excellent social and interpersonal skills

• Sense of ownership and pride for the guest experience

• Attention to detail

• Flexible attitude

• Able to interact with guests and behave appropriately

• Highly sociable and confident when meeting new people and able to entertain/host

• A sense of fun and understanding of the Virgin way of doing things

• Well groomed and a good sense of personal hygiene


Here’s what you’d do

• Provide an excellent game experience to high profile guests including game drives and bush walks

• Ensure that vehicle and field guide equipment is kept in excellent working condition, assume full responsibility for this

• Fire arm procedures are in line with statutory requirements

• Meet and greet and minimal hosting of guests

• Legal and company policies related to safety for guests and staff is adhered to

• Assist with bush projects

• Update Virtual Diary on Blog

• Prompt and efficient radio contact

• Complete Health & Safety checklists on a monthly basis

• Adhere to Sabi Sand Game Reserve Game Drive Policies


Here’s the deal

• Fixed Term Employment (period to be discussed with candidate)

• Market related basic monthly salary

• Live-in basic furnished accommodation (possible sharing)

• Meal allowance over and above salary as well as meals whilst on duty

• Gratuities left by guest

• Uniform provided