Light Duty Driver

Emirates Flight Catering; Dubai; On-site; AED 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Emirates Flight Catering is seeking a dedicated Delivery Driver to transport meals and catering items to airports and city locations in the UAE. You will load and secure goods, drive in compliance with traffic laws and company policies, and maintain vehicle readiness through inspections.

Strong communication, time management and safety focus are essential. Minimum 2 years UAE driving experience on light vehicles is required; a Cat 3 licence is mandatory, Cat 5 for minibuses is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School certificate or equivalent.
• Valid UAE Light Vehicle Driving Licence (Cat 3), with manual transmission entitlement; minimum 2 years experience.
• UAE Driving Licence (Cat 5 – Minibus) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport and deliver meals and catering items to airports and city locations, including short-notice requests.
• Load and unload catering items, ensuring safe handling of goods.
• Drive assigned vehicles in compliance with UAE laws and company policies with valid licences.
• Keep vehicles roadworthy via pre-trip inspections and report defects promptly.
• Maintain accurate trip logs, checklists and delivery records for audit purposes.
• Report accidents, delays or risks following escalation procedures.
• Communicate professionally with supervisors, airport staff and crew; provide operational updates.
• Attend to rostered shifts and adapt to changing operational needs.

Skills

Clear communication

Customer service

Defensive driving

GPS navigation

Time management

Vehicle inspection

Documentation handling

Problem solving

Manual handling

Airport access

Education

High School certificate

UAE light vehicle licence (Cat 3)

UAE bus/minibus licence (Cat 5) preferred

Job description

• Transport and deliver meals, catering items and operational equipment to designated locations across designated airports and city locations including short-notice requests.
• Load, secure, transport and unload catering items and equipment, including carrying meal containers onto aircraft, following approved handling procedures to prevent damage, loss and safety incidents.
• Drive assigned vehicles safely in compliance with UAE traffic laws, airside regulations and company transport policies, while holding all required licences, permits and authorisations.
• Keep assigned vehicles roadworthy, clean and ready for use through pre-trip inspections, report defects or maintenance needs promptly, and follow procedures for any unsafe vehicle.
• Maintain accurate trip logs, inspection checklists and delivery records, and submit them on time in line with company and audit requirements.
• Promptly report accidents, near misses, delays, route deviations, delivery discrepancies and other operational risks to the supervisor, following escalation procedures.
• Communicate professionally with supervisors, colleagues, airport personnel and aircraft crew, provide operational updates and follow instructions in line with company conduct standards.
• Report for duty as per the approved roster, maintain punctuality, adapt to changing operational needs and undertake other related duties as assigned within the scope of the role.

Responsibilities

• Transport and deliver meals, catering items and operational equipment to designated locations across designated airports and city locations including short-notice requests.
• Load, secure, transport and unload catering items and equipment, including carrying meal containers onto aircraft, following approved handling procedures to prevent damage, loss and safety incidents.
• Drive assigned vehicles safely in compliance with UAE traffic laws, airside regulations and company transport policies, while holding all required licences, permits and authorisations.
• Keep assigned vehicles roadworthy, clean and ready for use through pre-trip inspections, report defects or maintenance needs promptly, and follow procedures for any unsafe vehicle.
• Maintain accurate trip logs, inspection checklists and delivery records, and submit them on time in line with company and audit requirements.
• Promptly report accidents, near misses, delays, route deviations, delivery discrepancies and other operational risks to the supervisor, following escalation procedures.
• Communicate professionally with supervisors, colleagues, airport personnel and aircraft crew, provide operational updates and follow instructions in line with company conduct standards.
• Report for duty as per the approved roster, maintain punctuality, adapt to changing operational needs and undertake other related duties as assigned within the scope of the role.

Qualifications

Education & Licence Requirements:

• High School Certificate or equivalent
• Valid UAE Light Vehicle Driving Licence (Category 3), with manual transmission driving entitlement; held for a minimum of 2 years
• UAE Driving Licence (Category 5 – Minibus / Passenger Bus up to 26 seats) – preferred

Work Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ UAE driving experience on light commercial vehicles (panel or delivery vans). Experience limited to passenger cars will not be considered.
• Experience in catering delivery, food logistics, transport or airport operations, including time-sensitive deliveries, safe driving and goods handling

Skills

• Good communication, customer service and professional behaviour.
• Safe and defensive driving, with knowledge of UAE traffic laws, road networks and airport/airside regulations.
• Navigation skills using GPS and digital maps.
• Effective time management and ability to meet delivery deadlines.
• Ability to carry out basic vehicle inspections and operate assigned commercial vehicles (e.g. 3-ton pickup or Canter), where licensed.
• Careful and accurate handling of documentation, catering items and equipment.
• Problem-solving skills to manage delays, route changes and breakdowns.
• Physical capability for manual handling, including lifting, carrying and use of aircraft stairs.
• Clean driving record and compliance with airport access, airside driving and company safety requirements.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts and travel across delivery locations