Driver, Heavy Duty
Company
DSV
Location
Abu Dhabi
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
26 days ago
Via
DSV
Job Description
Driver, Heavy Duty
Job responsibilities:
• Ensuring vehicle is maintained properly and complaints, if any, are reported immediately to the supervisor and the workshop team.
• Prioritizing deliveries and suggesting improvements to the daily route plans.
• Reporting damages, excess / shortages if any, during delivery.
• Handling customer complaints in a pleasant and non-confrontational manner and in the agreed method and raise non-conformances where necessary.
• Completing the trip sheets with all relevant information and handing it over to the supervisor towards the end of every shift.
• Submitting delivery notes to OCC within 24 hours on delivery.
• Complying with the HSE requirements.
• Supervising the distribution assistants and reporting any misconduct to the supervisor immediately.
• Ensuring that the traffic regulations are strictly always observed while driving on the road and all penalties and fines on account of violation are avoided.
• Performing any other related duties / projects assigned by the direct supervisor from time to time to meet the business exigencies.
Qualifications & Characteristics:
Education – Matriculation or Equivalent
Work Experience – Minimum 1.5 to 2 years of experience in driving heavy vehicles in UAE
Specific Skills –
• A Valid UAE Driving License
• Basic Communication Skills
• Aptitude to Safety
• Good Knowledge of UAE traffic rules and road safety
• Good eyesight at day and night.
DSV – Global transport and logistics
Working at DSV means playing in a different league.
As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.
With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.
At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.
Start here. Go anywhere
Visit dsv.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.
Job responsibilities:
• Ensuring vehicle is maintained properly and complaints, if any, are reported immediately to the supervisor and the workshop team.
• Prioritizing deliveries and suggesting improvements to the daily route plans.
• Reporting damages, excess / shortages if any, during delivery.
• Handling customer complaints in a pleasant and non-confrontational manner and in the agreed method and raise non-conformances where necessary.
• Completing the trip sheets with all relevant information and handing it over to the supervisor towards the end of every shift.
• Submitting delivery notes to OCC within 24 hours on delivery.
• Complying with the HSE requirements.
• Supervising the distribution assistants and reporting any misconduct to the supervisor immediately.
• Ensuring that the traffic regulations are strictly always observed while driving on the road and all penalties and fines on account of violation are avoided.
• Performing any other related duties / projects assigned by the direct supervisor from time to time to meet the business exigencies.
Qualifications & Characteristics:
Education – Matriculation or Equivalent
Work Experience – Minimum 1.5 to 2 years of experience in driving heavy vehicles in UAE
Specific Skills –
• A Valid UAE Driving License
• Basic Communication Skills
• Aptitude to Safety
• Good Knowledge of UAE traffic rules and road safety
• Good eyesight at day and night.
DSV – Global transport and logistics
Working at DSV means playing in a different league.
As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.
With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.
At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.
Start here. Go anywhere
Visit dsv.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.
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.
