Driver

Driver


Company
EDGE Group PJSC
Location
Abu Dhabi
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via EDGE Careers - EDGE Group

Job Description
Role Purpose
Responsible for the safe transportation of explosive and non-explosive materials within and outside the facility, ensuring full compliance with safety, traffic, and SHEQ regulations.

Key Accountabilities
• Safely transport goods, ammunition, and materials internally and externally as required.
• Ensure delivery documents are signed by end users after delivery.
• Strictly comply with UAE traffic laws and company driving policies.
• Perform loading and unloading of materials, including packaging and securing loads properly.
• Conduct product counts, inspections, tagging, and scanning when required.
• Maintain vehicle roadworthiness, conduct routine checks, and report maintenance needs.
• Coordinate vehicle registration renewals and testing with the Admin Department.
• Follow established procedures for handling and transporting explosives and hazardous materials.
• Immediately report accidents, incidents, or unsafe conditions to the Supervisor and Security Department.
• Comply fully with HSE policies and use appropriate PPE when required.

Requirements
• Valid UAE Driving License (light/heavy vehicle as required).
• High school certificate or diploma.
• 3–5 years of driving experience within the UAE.
• Knowledge of load capacity, stacking, and material handling.
• Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge.
• Experience transporting hazardous or explosive materials is preferred.
• Forklift operating experience is an advantage.

Operating Environment
• Outdoor driving within Tawazun Industrial Park and across the UAE.
• Exposure to hazardous materials requiring strict adherence to safety procedures and PPE usage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs

Q What minimum monthly salary must a driver earn to qualify for a UAE work visa in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, drivers must receive a minimum salary of AED 4,000 per month as of January 2026 to meet work visa issuance criteria. Overtime pay is calculated at 1.25 times the hourly rate after 8 hours daily. This threshold applies to both light and heavy vehicle driver categories under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021.
Q Which specific driving licence and experience documents are required for a heavy vehicle driver job in the UAE?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, applicants need a valid UAE heavy vehicle licence or equivalent GCC licence plus at least two years of documented experience in the past five years. A valid medical fitness certificate issued within the last six months is mandatory. Educational qualification must be at minimum secondary school certificate.
Q What are the exact working hours and annual leave entitlements for drivers employed in the UAE private sector in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, drivers are limited to eight hours per day and 48 hours per week with Friday as the mandatory weekly rest day. Annual leave entitlement is 30 calendar days after completing one year of service. Employers must provide paid sick leave of 90 days per year at full or half pay depending on service length.
Q Which documents must be submitted for a driver work permit application through the UAE Ministry portal?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, the required documents include a valid passport, attested educational certificates, driving licence, medical fitness report, and employer offer letter stamped by MOHRE. All documents must be uploaded via the MOHRE e-services portal before 31 December 2026. No application fee applies for the initial permit if salary meets the AED 4,000 threshold.
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