Game Ranger - Malelane, South Africa - Kencorp

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After cleaning the redundancies and blocking the specified words, I'll provide the rewritten HTML code for the job description. **Job Title:** Game Ranger and Lodge Manager Couple Wanted **Company:** Private Game Lodge in Malelane Area

A prestigious private game lodge in the Malelane area is seeking an experienced Game Ranger and Lodge Manager couple to join their team. As a couple, you will be responsible for hosting guests, leading game drives and bush walks, and maintaining the lodge's high standards.

**Game Ranger Responsibilities:** • Hosting of guests and ensuring a warm welcome • Leading daily game drives and bush walks • Maintenance of gardens, property, and equipment • Basic vehicle maintenance skills • Responsible for all property, facilities, and equipment maintenance **Game Ranger Requirements:** • At least 5 years of experience in a Game Ranger role in a lodge environment • FGASA level 2 (NQ4) or Professional NDT Registered • Valid driver's license and PRDP • Off-road driving experience in 4x4 vehicles • Valid first aid certificate • Rifle accreditations and ARH • Trails guide qualification with VPDA • Computer literate • Experience with POS would be beneficial • Astronomy knowledge would be advantageous • Excellent operational experience in lodge management, including maintenance, gardens, equipment, guests, and staff • Professional and presentable • No pets or children on site • Ability to operate independently • South African citizens only **Lodge Manager Responsibilities:** • Coordinate guest reservations, check-ins, and check-outs • Ensure a welcoming and friendly environment for guests • Address guest concerns or complaints • Arrange Bush delights, special occasions, and holidays • Supervise lodge staff members, create work schedules, assign tasks, and monitor staff performance • Order and manage stock, consumables, and lodge assets • Monitor financial transactions, including guest bills, accounts payable, and accounts receivable • Meet and greet industry agents • Oversee administrative duties • Ensure high standards are maintained at the lodge at all times **Lodge Manager Requirements:** • At least 5 years of management experience in a 5-star lodge environment • Hospitality management diploma or equivalent • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team • Excellent operational experience in lodge management, including HR, admin, finance, FOH, and guest experience • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills • Good MS Office experience • Familiarity with NightsBridge Booking platform and Extranets or similar software • Good understanding of financial management principles and experience with budgeting and cost control • Marketing and social media experience • Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work under pressure • Availability to work flexible hours and extra hours when required • No pets or children on site • South African citizens only