Housekeeper / Spa Therapist

Recruiter: Wild Dreams Hospitality

Job Ref: WDH002428/Lara

Date posted: Thursday, July 16, 2026

Location: Waterberg, South Africa

SUMMARY: A luxury boutique lodge set in the Waterberg region of Limpopo, bordering one of South Africa's most established Big Five reserves is seeking a dedicated HOUSEKEEPER / SPA THERAPIST to join their team

POSITION INFO: This is a dual-function role suited to someone who takes genuine pride in presentation and hospitality, blending hands-on housekeeping with professional spa treatments. The ideal candidate is mature, self-driven, detail-orientated, and comfortable living and working in a remote bush setting. Core Criteria: 5-8 years' housekeeping experience at a commercial property (minimum 10 beds) 3-6 years' spa therapy experience; a recognised qualification advantageous Exceptional English fluency, written and spoken, essential and non-negotiable South African citizen or valid work authorisation Clear criminal record, with strong, verifiable employment history Must be able to arrange reliable transport to and from a remote location (a transport plan will be requested at interview if you do not own a vehicle suited to dirt roads) Computer literacy a strong advantage Good physical stamina and strong attention to detail Comfortable working and living in a remote, rural environment Core Responsibilities: Deliver consistently clean, beautifully presented guest rooms, including daily servicing, turn-downs, deep cleans, and departure cleans Maintain room amenities, linen presentation, and overall guest comfort Report maintenance issues promptly and respond to guest requests professionally Maintain cleanliness and presentation across all shared guest spaces Support daily laundry operations, including washing, drying, ironing, and linen rotation Provide professional spa treatments, maintaining a calm and relaxing guest experience Maintain spa equipment, treatment space readiness, and assist with bookings Promote spa services and products to guests Assist Front of House or Butler teams during busy periods when required Support basic administrative duties, including stock checks and simple record-keeping On Offer: Salary: dependent on experience Spa treatments remunerated on a commission basis, in addition to base salary Participation in the shared gratuities\/tip pool Lunch and dinner provided during rostered duty Live-in position: private bedroom in staff housing, with communal bathroom and kitchen facilities Utilities (water and electricity) included Uniform provided (excluding footwear) Self-service laundry facilities available 6 days off per calendar month, plus 15 days annual leave This is a live-in position.