Driver/Porter

Driver/Porter


Company
Qatar Airways
Location
Doha
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via Qatar Living Jobs

Job Description
About The Role:

Qatar Airways are pleased to announce an incredibly exciting opportunity to join our team as a Driver who will be responsible for transport and delivering stocks and staff to and from various QDF locations. When required they need to assist storekeepers in unloading goods from containers, arranging the stock picking locations and in doing timely stock delivery to various shop locations. It involves continuous physical movements. Workload also shall include any other jobs required for the warehouse operations as indicated by warehouse officer and supervisors on a time-to-time basis.

Operations:
• Safe and legal operation of the commercial motor vehicle, ensuring company assets is well protected and personal safety guidelines are always followed and all the necessary documentation regarding vehicle operation in airport environment is available.
• Timely delivery of stocks from warehouse to QDF locations and vice versa, including operate controls for loading and unloading of stocks.
• Stockpile the goods on the racks / pallet locations to maximise the utilisation of the available space. All goods must be handled with utmost care by ensuring no damage occurred
• Clean QDF Warehouse vehicles as scheduled and/or required, ensuring vehicles are safely and securely stored.
• Submit written incident reports on accidents involving drivers or company vehicles ensuring that all incidents are reported to the supervisors in a timely manner.
• Responsible for cleanliness of all the operational area and equipment in the warehouse.

Qualifications About you:
• Basic Literacy and Numeracy skills, English communication skills with Entry level roles – no prior job-related work experience
• Valid Qatari Light Vehicle driving License
• Ability to diplomatically interact with security and customs officials.
• Ability to schedule and prioritise workflow.
• Ability to work in a fast-passed environment Must be able to read and write English.
• Command of English language.
• Ability to lift / move / manoeuvre goods up to 1651bs.
• Ability to pull heavy carts of stock through the facility.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, lifting and reaching during entire length of the shift.
• Ability to drive vehicles for long hours.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions in the Middle East environment

Preferred:
• Must Have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
• Valid Qatari Heavy Vehicle driving License
• Prior experience in similar working environment
• Knowledge of Arabic Language.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for Driver Jobs in Qatar in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Labour, the minimum wage for drivers in Qatar is 1,000 QAR basic salary plus 500 QAR food allowance and 300 QAR accommodation per month as of 1 January 2026. Overtime for drivers working beyond 8 hours daily must be paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate. This applies to all private sector driver roles under Law No. 17 of 2020.
Q What visa and work permit requirements apply for foreign drivers seeking jobs in Qatar in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Labour, foreign drivers must obtain a work visa sponsored by a Qatari employer with a valid commercial registration before entry, followed by a residence permit within 90 days. The employer pays all visa fees of 1,000 QAR and medical test costs of 300 QAR. Drivers from visa-exempt countries still require prior approval via the MOL online portal.
Q What eligibility criteria including experience and education are required for Driver Jobs in Qatar?
As per the Ministry of Labour, drivers must hold a valid Qatar driving license category matching the vehicle type, at least 3 years of proven driving experience documented by previous employers, and a secondary school certificate or equivalent. No formal higher education is mandated but a clean traffic record for the prior 5 years is mandatory.
Q What documents are needed to apply for Driver Jobs in Qatar and what is the application process?
As per the Ministry of Labour, applicants must submit a valid passport, attested educational certificates, experience letters, medical fitness certificate, and police clearance via the MOL portal at mol.gov.qa. The employer initiates the application, with approval typically granted within 15 working days and a 500 QAR processing fee.
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