Driver, Heavy Duty (BCT)
Company
ADNOC Logistics & Services
Location
Abu Dhabi
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via ADNOC Group Jobs
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Job Description
Job Purpose
Drive a variety of Company-based light and heavy duty vehicles in field and other Company locations to transport, load and off-load various items of equipment, machinery, components and pipes as required, in line with the company and road safety policy and procedures
Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 1)
• Operate buses, heavy trucks, loaders and any other heavy equipment. Load or assist in loading trucks or any other vehicles with materials to be transported to various Company locations.
• Follow hand signals and verbal instruction in loading and positioning of materials and ensure that load is safely secured and balanced before vehicle embarks on journey.
• Drive employee buses as required to transport passengers to and from various locations and ensure the safety and security of the passengers and the proper care and operation of the vehicle.
• Inspect vehicles to ensure that they are kept in good operating condition. Observe schedule maintenance requirements and take vehicles to workshop for servicing at required intervals. Report any vehicle damage or malfunction to supervisor.
• Drive and maintain the vehicle in a professional, conscientious and safe manner obeying the local road traffic laws.
• Observe safety regulations concerning vehicles and specific plant conditions. Obtain work permits to enter prohibited areas.
• Keep the vehicle clean inside and outside at all times and that company’s stickers are visible.
• Carry out other similar or related duties as assigned, including reporting accidents concerning himself or his vehicles to his Supervisor and prepare necessary written reports concerning such incidents, ensuring that registration and insurance papers are kept valid at all time, etc.
Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 2)
Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 3)
Generic Accountabilities
Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures
• Implement and comply with all relevant functional policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures, to accomplish operational objectives.
Training
• Provide on-the-job Training to meet Competency Based Training programs for UAE Nationalization.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
• Contribute to the identification of areas and opportunities for continuous improvement in the operating procedures and functional processes.
Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability
• Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.
• Participate in Emergency Response duties as a team member.
Housekeeping
• Maintain the work environment clean and tidy before, during operations, in line with established standards of Hygiene and Housekeeping.
Reports
• Provide inputs to prepare Section progress reports for Company Management.
• Prepare various Key Performance Indicator (KPI) checklists for management.
Generic Accountabilities (continue)
Internal Communications & Working Relationships
Contact with line Manager/ peers and other employees within the company/Group as required
External Communications & Working Relationships
Contact with external parties including consultants, third party service providers, and government agencies as required
Minimum Qualification
Completion of Primary Education.
Minimum Experience, Knowledge & Skills
4 years of experience
Professional Certifications
Valid UAE heavy duty driving license
Work Condition, Physical effort & Work Environment
Physical Effort
Minimal
Work Environment
A/C environment, could be exposed to the prevailing weather conditions like heat, humidity and dust during occasional site visits.
Additional Details
Job Family / Sub Family: Operational Support/Operational Support Services
Drive a variety of Company-based light and heavy duty vehicles in field and other Company locations to transport, load and off-load various items of equipment, machinery, components and pipes as required, in line with the company and road safety policy and procedures
Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 1)
• Operate buses, heavy trucks, loaders and any other heavy equipment. Load or assist in loading trucks or any other vehicles with materials to be transported to various Company locations.
• Follow hand signals and verbal instruction in loading and positioning of materials and ensure that load is safely secured and balanced before vehicle embarks on journey.
• Drive employee buses as required to transport passengers to and from various locations and ensure the safety and security of the passengers and the proper care and operation of the vehicle.
• Inspect vehicles to ensure that they are kept in good operating condition. Observe schedule maintenance requirements and take vehicles to workshop for servicing at required intervals. Report any vehicle damage or malfunction to supervisor.
• Drive and maintain the vehicle in a professional, conscientious and safe manner obeying the local road traffic laws.
• Observe safety regulations concerning vehicles and specific plant conditions. Obtain work permits to enter prohibited areas.
• Keep the vehicle clean inside and outside at all times and that company’s stickers are visible.
• Carry out other similar or related duties as assigned, including reporting accidents concerning himself or his vehicles to his Supervisor and prepare necessary written reports concerning such incidents, ensuring that registration and insurance papers are kept valid at all time, etc.
Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 2)
Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 3)
Generic Accountabilities
Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures
• Implement and comply with all relevant functional policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures, to accomplish operational objectives.
Training
• Provide on-the-job Training to meet Competency Based Training programs for UAE Nationalization.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
• Contribute to the identification of areas and opportunities for continuous improvement in the operating procedures and functional processes.
Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability
• Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.
• Participate in Emergency Response duties as a team member.
Housekeeping
• Maintain the work environment clean and tidy before, during operations, in line with established standards of Hygiene and Housekeeping.
Reports
• Provide inputs to prepare Section progress reports for Company Management.
• Prepare various Key Performance Indicator (KPI) checklists for management.
Generic Accountabilities (continue)
Internal Communications & Working Relationships
Contact with line Manager/ peers and other employees within the company/Group as required
External Communications & Working Relationships
Contact with external parties including consultants, third party service providers, and government agencies as required
Minimum Qualification
Completion of Primary Education.
Minimum Experience, Knowledge & Skills
4 years of experience
Professional Certifications
Valid UAE heavy duty driving license
Work Condition, Physical effort & Work Environment
Physical Effort
Minimal
Work Environment
A/C environment, could be exposed to the prevailing weather conditions like heat, humidity and dust during occasional site visits.
Additional Details
Job Family / Sub Family: Operational Support/Operational Support Services
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs
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.
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.
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.
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.
