Light Vehicle Driver

Light Vehicle Driver


Company
ROYAL SWISS AUTO SERVICES L.L.C
Location
Al Ain - Abu Dhabi
Job Type
Full-time
Via
Naukrigulf

Job Description
Safely drive company light vehicles for official duties and assignments.Pick up and drop off staff, visitors, and materials as required.Ensure timely delivery of documents, parcels, and other items to different locations.Maintain the vehicle in good working condition through regular checks and preventive maintenance.Ensure the vehicle is always clean (interior and exterior).Follow all UAE traffic rules, road safety standards, and company driving policies.Maintain a logbook of daily trips, mileage, fuel usage, and maintenance.Report any mechanical issues or accidents immediately to the supervisor.Assist with loading and unloading of goods when required.Support administrative tasks such as collecting documents, visiting government offices, and handling courier tasks.Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times during trips and assignments. Valid UAE Light Vehicle Driving License.Minimum 2–3 years of driving experience in the UAE.Good knowledge of UAE roads, routes, and traffic regulations.Ability to communicate in English; knowledge of additional languages is an advantage.Clean driving record with no major violations.Physically fit and able to lift light-to-moderate loads if required.Good time management and navigation skills.Polite, disciplined, and professional behavior.

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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