Driver, Heavy Duty

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:
β€’ Ensuring vehicle is maintained properly and complaints, if any, are reported immediately to the supervisor and the workshop team.
β€’ Prioritizing deliveries and suggesting improvements to the daily route plans.
β€’ Reporting damages, excess / shortages if any, during delivery.
β€’ Handling customer complaints in a pleasant and non-confrontational manner and in the agreed method and raise non-conformances where necessary.
β€’ Completing the trip sheets with all relevant information and handing it over to the supervisor towards the end of every shift.
β€’ Submitting delivery notes to OCC within 24 hours on delivery.
β€’ Complying with the HSE requirements.
β€’ Supervising the distribution assistants and reporting any misconduct to the supervisor immediately.
β€’ 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.
β€’ 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 –
β€’ A Valid UAE Driving License
β€’ Basic Communication Skills
β€’ Aptitude to Safety
β€’ Good Knowledge of UAE traffic rules and road safety
β€’ 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

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