Heavy Duty Driver

Emirates Flight Catering; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Emirates Flight Catering is seeking a Truck Driver to support airport operations across the UAE. You will execute transportation duties, ensure safe handling of passengers, materials, and catering items, and maintain accurate trip logs.

The ideal candidate has a high school certificate, a UAE Category 4 heavy truck license, and at least 3 years of relevant driving experience in logistics or aviation. You must be able to work shifts, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Certificate or equivalent (must have).
• Valid UAE Driving License - Category 4 (Heavy Truck) and completion of driving test (Mandatory).
• Minimum 3 years driving experience in logistics/transport/aviation environment.
• Proficient in written and spoken English; good communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and preventive maintenance; tyre, oil, water checks.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Security Pass (RASP).
• Physically fit for manual handling tasks and able to work shifts.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers, materials, and catering items safely per schedules and SOPs.
• Perform thorough pre-trip vehicle inspections and report defects immediately.
• Maintain trip logs, delivery records, and incident reports.
• Comply with UAE road laws and safety standards; ensure safe operations.
• Coordinate with warehouse and operations teams to ensure smooth handovers.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Vehicle operation

Education

High School Certificate

UAE Driving License - Category 4

Job description

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 elevate 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.

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• 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.

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• 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