vacancy as resident nature guide

UPDATED ON 1 March 2023

Thank you for your interest in working with Junglewalla. With the coming of peak  season, from time to time we welcome a few new members to our team to Keep Langkawi Wild!!. We offer a fun and supportive working environment, competitive wages, annual raises and many perks. We like to think that our staff works with us, not for us.

Junglewalla is a great place  for Nature Lovers and Outdoor Enthusiast. 
If  you love to work under the sun to lead outdoor adventure into nature,  this is the job for you!.  We constantly look for dynamic and talented professionals and graduates who can make a difference. 

We invite Qualified Candidates to submit detailed resumes to junglewalla@gmail.com. We will keep you posted of new opportunities as they arise.

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FOR APPLICATIONS TO ALL POSITIONS PLEASE INCLUDE:

1. A cover letter
2. Resume
3. List of certifications (include expiry dates or plans for updating or acquiring certifications)
4. Minimum of 2 references
5. Why you think you would be a good fit with Junglewalla
6. It never can hurt to call and introduce yourself to our manager Azri at 0195902300

NATURE GUIDING POSITIONS
FOR THIS POSITION WE GENERALLY REQUIRE APPLICANTS TO HAVE AT MINIMUM:

Passion and skill for natural history interpretation, good safety judgment, inspiring and motivating leadership skills are essential “soft” skills.

Must be able to swim well, Fit, Positive attitude, discipline, morning person, early riser.

Education : Diploma/ Advanced/Higher/Graduate in the following fields: Eco Tourism, Sports Science & Management, Marine Biodiversity, Forestry Management

Guides usually work independently and can expect to be in the field for 4 to 8 hours a day at a time.
You are responsible for leading rewarding, safe, educational and fun trips for people of many backgrounds and levels of experience. Certification and training is only the beginning, as we expect guides to be strong leaders, knowledgeable in natural and cultural history, good teachers and communicators and handy with the typical equipment used on trip. A full job description and manual is provided to all guides prior to beginning work.

APPRENTICE TO MANAGER & LEAD GUIDE

This position requires a great deal of organizational ability, great people skills and being computer savvy. Our office crew are the first people guests talk to before their adventures and therefore need to be helpful and courteous. These unsung heroes help to make sure that everyone involved in the kayak trip has the right information, is in the right place at the right time with the right gear – no easy feat! FIND OUT MORE 

WORK-TRADE OPPORTUNITIES

We are very interested in trading trips for specialized skills and experience. Have you ever wanted to enjoy some of the most beautiful places in Langkawi? Have a specialized skill or service that you think we may benefit from? Then contact us and make a proposal.

SKILLS WE ARE OFTEN INTERESTED IN:

• Public Relations
• Media Relations
• Organic Gardening and Landscaping
• Someone with experience converting solar energy
• We are open to discussing other possibilities!