Full job description

Job Title: Heavy Vehicle Driver
Location: Abu Dhabi
Start Date: Immediate join preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy vehicles to transport goods/materials to assigned destinations.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections (tires, oil, brakes, lights, safety systems) and report/arrange maintenance as needed.
• Ensure proper loading/unloading, secure cargo, and coordinate with warehouse/operations team.
• Plan and select the most efficient routes (using GPS/maps) and ensure timely deliveries.
• Maintain logbooks, trip sheets, fuel receipts, and delivery records as required.
• Adhere strictly to traffic laws, company safety & compliance policies, and represent the company professionally.
• Keep vehicle clean and in good working order; report any incidents, accidents or breakdowns immediately.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Valid UAE Heavy Vehicle Driving License (Category 3, 4 or equivalent heavy-vehicle licence) for heavy trucks.
• Ideally 2+ years of experience driving heavy vehicles/trailers in the UAE or similar environment.
• Good knowledge of UAE roads, traffic regulations, and safe driving practices.
• Physically fit, able to work extended hours/shifts, possibly loading/unloading tasks as needed.
• Clean driving record, punctual, reliable, and able to work in a team environment.
• Basic English language skills; additional languages (Arabic/Hindi/Urdu) a plus.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with different types of heavy vehicles (tankers, flatbeds, car carriers, low-beds) is a plus.
• Ability to perform basic vehicle maintenance checks and minor troubleshooting.