Light Vehicle Driver, Malayalam Speakers, HealthHub, Dubai

Light Vehicle Driver, Malayalam Speakers, HealthHub, Dubai


Company
Al Futtaim Private Company LLC
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
21 days ago
Via
Afuturewithus.com

Job Description
Job Requisition ID: 175311

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Work Location: Dubai (Health Hub Clinics Network)
Department: General Transport
Employment Type: Full-time

We are looking for a reliable and safety‑focused Light Vehicle Driver (Code 3) to support our Health Hub clinic network across Dubai.

Your role will involve driving company cars between our clinics, transporting documents, medical items, and completing scheduled vehicle movements in a timely and professional manner.

About the Role

As a Light Vehicle Driver, you will ensure the safe and efficient transport of items between clinics, supporting smooth day‑to‑day operations across our healthcare network.

This position requires a responsible driver who follows road safety regulations, adheres to company policies, and maintains a clean driving record.

Key Responsibilities
• Drive company cars safely between Health Hub clinics across Dubai.
• Ensure timely delivery of documents, medical items, and internal transport requests.
• Maintain economical fuel usage and refuel vehicles at the end of each shift.
• Perform vehicle checks before and after each trip, submitting daily trip sheets.
• Accurately submit all required documents (fuel receipts, trip logs, defect sheets, etc.).
• Report any vehicle incidents immediately and maintain a 100% damage‑free record.
• Follow company driving procedures and standards at all times.

Requirements
• Valid UAE Light Vehicle Driving License (Code 3) – Mandatory
• Minimum 2 years of UAE driving experience
• Must be fluent in Malayalam (spoken)
• Matriculation (minimum education requirement)
• Knowledge of basic automotive maintenance
• Strong time‑management and teamwork skills
• Good knowledge of Dubai roads (preferred)

Why Join Us?
• Work with a reputable healthcare group across a growing network of clinics
• Stable, long‑term employment
• Supportive work environment with clear procedures and expectations
• Be part of Health Hub’s mission to deliver high‑quality, integrated care across Dubai

About Al-Futtaim Healthcare

We Hear Your Ambition.

For over 90 years, the Al-Futtaim Group has been bringing the world’s leading brands of lifestyle watches, cars, home furnishings and fashion to the UAE. The Group has now introduced a whole new way of holistic healthcare through HealthHub Clinics by Al-Futtaim, its multi-speciality chain of more than 20 clinics in Dubai with over 25 specialties offering the right combination of advanced diagnostics, proven medical expertise and specialised services.

What gives our clinics an edge is that as a part of the Al-Futtaim Group, you can expect world-class quality standards, with access to the best medical services and facilities within a healing environment. It’s a new way of healthcare that’s designed to meet a patient’s needs with a complete range of smart healthcare solutions. As testimony to this, only recently, we’ve earned a rare milestone of being the only primary healthcare network in the UAE to receive the Gold Seal by a reputed international body: Accreditation Canada.

As trusted partners to health, we at HealthHub Clinics adopt evidence-based learning that enables us to listen to our patients more carefully. It helps us in treating the cause and not just the symptoms, while applying global best practices to ensure quality of care for every family member. Most of all, we adopt a patient-centric approach to healthcare that is reflected in the promise of our core belief: “We Hear You.”

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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