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Shaun Atkinson

Shaun Atkinson

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Director of Bush Geek Safaris ǀ FGASA Field Guide ǀ FGASA Trails Guide ǀ Conservation Officer

  • Education

    • FGASA, Field Guides Association of South Africa

      2019 - 2019
      FGASA Back-Up Trails Guide Certificate Hospitality Administration/Management

    • FGASA, Field Guides Association of South Africa

      2015 - 2015
      FGASA Nature Guide Level I Hospitality Administration/Management

    • Willowridge High School

      2007 - 2011
      National Senior Certificate HIGH SCHOOL/SECONDARY DIPLOMAS AND CERTIFICATES SAQA ID: 49647, NQF Level 04, Grade 12 High School Certificate

    • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

      2015 - 2016
      Bachelor of Technology in Nature Conservation NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION SAQA ID: 72437, NQF Level 07 BTech Degree

    • Tshwane University of Technology

      2012 - 2014
      National Diploma in Nature Conservation NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION SAQA ID: NDNA04, NQF Level 06 National Diploma

  • Experience

    • The Springbok Lodge, Nambiti Private Game Reserve

      Aug 2015 - Dec 2015
      Field Guide

      ▪▪ Oversaw guest relations, game drives, fishing trips, general maintenance, and vehicle maintenance

    • The Springbok Lodge, Nambiti Private Game Reserve

      Jan 2017 - Jan 2019
      Field Guide

      ▪▪ Oversaw guest relations, game drives, fishing trips, general maintenance, and vehicle maintenance

    • Umkumbe Safari Lodge, Sabi Sands

      Feb 2019 - Jul 2020
      Field Guide

      ▪▪ Managed all guest relations, also overseeing arrivals, departures, meal services, and manning of the curio shop and bar▪▪ Conducted morning, afternoon, occasional night drives, and short bush walks, also hosting guests at night▪▪ Oversaw vehicle maintenance, also gaining valuable experience in general lodge maintenance during national lockdown

    • Rockfig Lodge, Madikwe Game Reserve

      Sept 2020 - Oct 2021

      ▪▪ Managed the entire Guiding Department, overseeing daily departmental operations whilst providing sound leadership▪▪ Communicated departmental objectives, ensuring adherences with policies, and providing training and guidance▪▪ Managed morning and afternoon game drive schedules▪▪ Managed guest relations, including check-ins, check-outs, guest allocations, and hosting, ensuring exceptional guest experience▪▪ Oversaw asset management, maintaining stock control, equipment management, and vehicle maintenance▪▪ Maintained active presence on social media platforms, interacting with guests, and upholding professional communications Show less

      • Head Guide

        May 2021 - Oct 2021

      • Field Guide

        Sept 2020 - Apr 2021

    • Kambaku Lodge

      May 2022 - Jul 2023
      Senior Field Guide

      ▪▪ Oversee check-ins, check-outs, rotational hosting, game drives, and Cascade day trips, supporting Head Guide with vehicle maintenance, allocations, and general duties▪▪ Act in support of Lodge Manager, overseeing daily maintenance, including water tanks, electric fence, gas checks, pathway lights, and firewood availability▪▪ Create, implement, and supervise ongoing maintenance projects in collaboration with HOD, overseeing weekly order processes▪▪ Monitor gas usage and order process as required▪▪ Conduct weekly and bi-monthly maintenance checks on generator Show less

    • Leopards Bend Bush Lodge

      Jul 2023 - Oct 2023
      Guide / Manager

    • Freelance

      Sept 2023 - now
      Freelance Trails Guide

    • Bush Geek Safaris

      Oct 2023 - now
      Director

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Snake Identification & Dangerous Snake Handling

      Drum Beat Academy
      Jan 2013

    • Wilderness First Aid Level II

      Smart Response
      Aug 2021

    • Basic Fire Fighting

      Emcare Training Academy
      Jul 2021

    • Professional Driving Permit

      DLCA, Department of Transport, South Africa
      Jan 2012

    • Advanced Rifle Handling Certification

      FGASA
      Aug 2019

    • Unit Standard: 123519, Manually Operated Rifle or Carbine for Business Use

      FIREARM MANAGEMENT SERVICES
      Jan 2015

    • Unit Standard: 117705, Firearms Control Act 2000

      FIREARM MANAGEMENT SERVICES
      Jan 2015

    • Unit Standard: 119651, Manually Operated Rifle or Carbine

      FIREARM MANAGEMENT SERVICES
      Jan 2015