Heavy Duty Driver

Emirates Flight Catering


Date: 9 hours ago
City: Remote
Contract type: Full time
Remote
Responsibilities

Generic

  • Execute transportation duties in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner, adhering to approved schedules, routes, SOPs, and operational instructions.
  • Ensure the safe handling, securing, and protection of passengers, materials, equipment, or catering items during transit to prevent damage, loss, or safety incidents.
  • Comply with UAE road traffic laws, company transport policies, Health & Safety standards, and site-specific safety regulations to ensure a safe and compliant operating environment.
  • Conduct thorough pre-trip vehicle inspections and ensure vehicles are roadworthy, clean, and operationally ready, reporting defects, damages, or breakdowns promptly.
  • Maintain accurate and complete operational documentation, including trip logs, inspections, delivery records, and incident reports, in line with company and audit requirements.
  • Demonstrate professional conduct, effective communication, and cooperation with supervisors, colleagues, and operational teams to support smooth daily operations.
  • Identify, report, and escalate incidents, near misses, delays, route deviations, or operational risks in a timely manner to enable corrective action and service continuity.
  • Support operational continuity by adhering to assigned duties and contributing to service reliability through flexibility, responsiveness, and compliance with operational requirements.

Efs

  • Provide safe, punctual, and reliable transportation of employees between accommodation, workplace, and designated pick-up and drop-off locations as per approved routes and schedules.
  • Adhere to assigned rosters, trip schedules, and route plans to ensure uninterrupted employee transport services and minimal delays.
  • Maintain a respectful, orderly, and secure travel environment through courteous interaction, adherence to conduct standards, and enforcement of transport rules.
  • Support workforce mobility by proactively escalating delays, route challenges, or vehicle issues that may impact employee transportation services.

Scl

  • Ensure timely and accurate transportation of materials, equipment, and supplies between warehouses, production units, and operational locations as per dispatch and delivery schedules.
  • Safely load, transport, and unload goods, ensuring correct handling, securing, and protection of cargo throughout the logistics process.
  • Coordinate with warehouse, logistics, and receiving teams to verify quantities, documentation, and ensure smooth handover of materials.
  • Support efficient logistics operations by meeting delivery timelines and proactively communicating delays, risks, or deviations.

Qualifications

Education Qualification:

  • a) High School Certificate Qualification or equivalent qualification (must have)
  • b) Valid U.A.E. Driving License - Category 4 (Heavy Truck) and successful completion of the company driving test (Mandatory)

Work Experience

  • Years of Experience: Minimum of 3 years relevant driving experience
  • Area of Experience: Experience in a logistics, transport, aviation, or industrial environment as a Truck Driver or in a similar role.

Skills

  • Proficient in written and spoken English, with good communication skills and attention to detail
  • Sound knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and preventive maintenance, including tyre pressure, oil, and water level checks
  • Knowledge of First Aid, safety procedures, and basic firefighting (Preferred)
  • Ability to safely and efficiently operate fully loaded vehicles
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Security Pass (RASP)
  • Physically fit to perform manual handling tasks, including bending, kneeling, stooping, climbing, and ladder usage
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
  • Willingness and flexibility to work in shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays as required

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