Permanent
Assistant Head Ranger
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About this role
Logistics - Contractor
Hluhluwe
FULL TIME
Job Summary
The Assistant Head Ranger is responsible for leading a team of field guides, ensuring guest experiences are exceptional, and maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism in the bush. The role blends operational oversight with hands-on guiding, requiring strong team-building skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to conservation and community engagement. It’s a position that demands both technical expertise and a passion for creating memorable, safe, and meaningful wildlife experiences.
Core Criteria:
* Minimum of 2 years previous guiding experience.
* Strong attention to detail and a positive outlook.
* Responsible, flexible, accurate, and an excellent team player.
* Creative, committed, hardworking, and eager to learn.
* Completion of the Inkwazi Ranger Course.
* FGASA Level 1 qualification.
* Valid driver’s license with PDP.
* First Aid certification.
* Grade II walking qualification (preferable).
* Grade II assessor qualification (advantageous).
Candidate Responsibilities:
* Host guests and ensure all needs and requests are met and exceeded.
* Lead a team of guides and hosts to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
* Demonstrate high levels of motivation and team-building skills.
* Show interest in self-development and in developing the ranging team.
* Participate in field projects.
* Maintain all equipment and vehicles used by the guiding team.
* Uphold an excellent work ethic.
* Maintain service standards and product delivery.
* Attend to guest requests or complaints promptly and appropriately.
* Maintain all equipment and vehicles within the department.
* Adhere strictly to regulations in the Comprehensive Field Guides’ Manual.
* Ensure daily weather and game reports are completed and submitted.
* Stay informed on current conservation issues.
* Organize guest walks and special activities.
* Ensure guest safety during game drives.
* Maintain communication and good relations with lodge and camp management, reporting changes in guest activities.
* Report issues or discrepancies to management immediately.
* Attend and participate in meetings.
* Stay current on guiding and conservation issues.
* Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety regulations.
* Identify potential hazards and take action to minimize risks.
* Report hazards and actions taken.
* Perform any other reasonable tasks as requested.
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