Car Driver jobs in United Arab Emirates

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview of the role

We are currently looking for experienced x10 Heavy Vehicle Drivers / Car Carrier Drivers to drive heavy duty trucks including car carriers, flat bed or low bed trailer trucks and heavy goods vehicles; loads and unload vehicles and deliver heavy equipment or goods to various locations throughout the UAE. Assist in the movement of light vehicles at all AFL locations.

What you will do

As a Heavy Vehicle Driver, you will assist in loading and offloading cargo into / from the vehicles. You will also maintain contact with the Planning office to receive instructions or to be dispatched to the new location or to update delivery status.

It is also part of your job to assist in driving light cargo vehicles if required. You are expected to maintain economical fuel consumption, inspect truck and trailer before and after trips and to submit all relevant reports such as trip sheets, fuel receipts and among others.

Required skills to be successful

• Holds a UAE driving license for category 3 & 4
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in driving any of the following - car carriers, side curtain trailers, flat beds, low beds, side loaders or any other heavy goods vehicles
• Capable of following written instructions and documented procedures.
• Willing to work in a huge yard in Kizad Abu Dhabi

About the team

The role will report to the Operations Manager, and you will be working in a very busy and fast pace environment.

What equips you for the role

The ideal candidate for this role should have a heavy-duty vehicle UAE driving license with class category 3 & 4. You will have at least 2 years’ experience in driving car carriers, flat bed or low bed trailer trucks and heavy goods vehicles. You will have the ability to speak, read and write in English and preferably some basic Arabic speaking & writing skills.