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Bosch Luys Kloof Private Nature Reserve – Seweweekspoort

Bosch Luys Kloof Private Nature Reserve is looking for a reliable, practical and energetic Maintenance & Hospitality Assistant to join our team in this live-in position.

This is a varied, hands-on role combining general maintenance, reserve infrastructure, machinery operation, lodge support and guest hospitality. The successful candidate should be comfortable working outdoors, operating machinery, carrying out practical maintenance throughout the reserve and interacting professionally with guests.

This position would suit a young, motivated person who is looking to build a career in the hospitality, conservation and reserve environment. While practical experience is important, we are particularly interested in someone with a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn and the ambition to develop their skills across maintenance, machinery, reserve operations, guiding and hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

· Carry out general maintenance and repairs across the lodge, staff accommodation, reserve facilities and infrastructure, including basic mechanical, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting and building work.

· Regularly inspect and maintain reserve infrastructure, including water points, tanks, pumps, pipes, roads, tracks and other essential facilities.

· Operate and maintain tractors and heavy machinery for reserve maintenance, clearing, grading and access work.

· Maintain guided drive routes and hiking trails, including cutting back branches, clearing vegetation and removing rocks, fallen branches and other obstacles.

· Assist with road, track and erosion-related maintenance to ensure routes remain safe and accessible.

· Conduct routine checks on tools, machinery and equipment and report faults or maintenance requirements.

· Assist with lodge and guest operations, including meals, drinks, guest areas and general lodge duties.

· Welcome and host guests in a friendly and professional manner.

· Assist as needed with reservations, bookings and guest enquiries, including answering emails and responding to general guest requests.

· As needed Assist with stock control and regular stock takes, ensuring supplies are monitored and shortages are reported.

Requirements

· 2–3 years' relevant practical experience in maintenance, farming, game reserves, lodge operations or a similar environment.

· Proven experience operating tractors and heavy machinery.

· Good general maintenance and practical problem-solving skills.

· Experience with basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting or building work.

· Valid driver's licence; PDP advantageous.

· Guiding, conservation, hospitality or relevant trade qualifications/experience advantageous.

· Previous lodge, guest-hosting or reserve experience advantageous.

· Physically fit and comfortable performing manual work and working outdoors for extended periods.

· Comfortable working and living in a remote environment.

· Able to work independently, take initiative and identify maintenance requirements without constant supervision.

· Comfortable interacting with guests and conducting guided activities.

· Reliable, safety-conscious, adaptable and professional.

· Must be willing to live on the reserve.

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will be hands-on, dependable and proactive, with a strong work ethic and pride in maintaining the reserve to a high standard.

They should enjoy practical outdoor work, be comfortable working with tools and machinery, have good attention to detail and be able to identify and resolve maintenance issues. A willingness to assist the wider lodge and reserve team is essential.

Salary & Benefits

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

On-site accommodation is provided as part of this live-in position.

· Conduct or assist with guided walks, drives and other reserve activities.

· Provide guests with information about the reserve, wildlife and natural environment.

· Assist with general reserve and lodge duties as required and take initiative to identify and address maintenance and operational needs.

Pay: R9 000,00 - R15 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person