Light vehicle driver - soft services
Company
Delight International facilities management LLC-OPC
Location
Abu Dhabi
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
11 days ago
Via
Indeed
Job Description
key Responsibilities
• Safely transport cleaning staff, supervisors, and other personnel to assigned locations.
• Deliver cleaning materials, equipment, and supplies to client sites.
• Collect documents, materials, and other items as required.
• Ensure proper loading and unloading of materials.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and ensure it is in good working condition.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report any mechanical issues.
• Keep accurate vehicle logs, trip sheets, and fuel records.
• Follow all UAE traffic laws and company safety regulations.
• Assist Soft Services team when required (e.g., basic support tasks on-site).
• Ensure timely pick-up and drop-off according to schedules.
Qualifications & Requirements
• Valid UAE Driving License (Light Vehicle – Manual required).
• Minimum 2–3 years of driving experience in the UAE.
• Good knowledge of UAE roads and traffic regulations.
• Basic communication skills in English (Arabic/Hindi is an advantage).
• Physically fit and able to handle loading/unloading tasks.
• Clean driving record.
• Familiarity with GPS navigation systems.
Job Type: Full-time
• Safely transport cleaning staff, supervisors, and other personnel to assigned locations.
• Deliver cleaning materials, equipment, and supplies to client sites.
• Collect documents, materials, and other items as required.
• Ensure proper loading and unloading of materials.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and ensure it is in good working condition.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report any mechanical issues.
• Keep accurate vehicle logs, trip sheets, and fuel records.
• Follow all UAE traffic laws and company safety regulations.
• Assist Soft Services team when required (e.g., basic support tasks on-site).
• Ensure timely pick-up and drop-off according to schedules.
Qualifications & Requirements
• Valid UAE Driving License (Light Vehicle – Manual required).
• Minimum 2–3 years of driving experience in the UAE.
• Good knowledge of UAE roads and traffic regulations.
• Basic communication skills in English (Arabic/Hindi is an advantage).
• Physically fit and able to handle loading/unloading tasks.
• Clean driving record.
• Familiarity with GPS navigation systems.
Job Type: Full-time
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.
