Driver (Light Vehicle - Manual License - Category No. 3)
Company
GMG
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
21 days ago
Via
via GMG
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Job Description
About GMG:
GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, food and health sectors. Its vision is to inspire people to win in ways that make the world better. Today, GMG’s investments span across four key verticals: GMG Sports, GMG Food, GMG Health, and GMG Consumer Goods. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family, it has become a leading global company, affiliated with the world’s most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands into its markets.
Core Responsibilities:
• Responsible for making deliveries across the UAE by road.
• Has good route knowledge across UAE.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations while driving as mandated by the UAE authorities across all Emirates.
• Checks the vehicle regularly for basic maintenance needs.
• Have the vehicle timely maintained at the approved service provider, to avoid any major repairs, health & safety hazard by preventative maintenance.
• Communicates well and behaves in a polite and calm manner.
Job Requirements:
• Communicates well and behaves in a polite and calm manner.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a light vehicle driver in the UAE
• Valid UAE Light Vehicle Driving License (No. 3)
• Familiarity with using GPS/navigation apps
GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, food and health sectors. Its vision is to inspire people to win in ways that make the world better. Today, GMG’s investments span across four key verticals: GMG Sports, GMG Food, GMG Health, and GMG Consumer Goods. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family, it has become a leading global company, affiliated with the world’s most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands into its markets.
Core Responsibilities:
• Responsible for making deliveries across the UAE by road.
• Has good route knowledge across UAE.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations while driving as mandated by the UAE authorities across all Emirates.
• Checks the vehicle regularly for basic maintenance needs.
• Have the vehicle timely maintained at the approved service provider, to avoid any major repairs, health & safety hazard by preventative maintenance.
• Communicates well and behaves in a polite and calm manner.
Job Requirements:
• Communicates well and behaves in a polite and calm manner.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a light vehicle driver in the UAE
• Valid UAE Light Vehicle Driving License (No. 3)
• Familiarity with using GPS/navigation apps
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs
What minimum monthly salary must a driver earn in UAE to qualify for a work permit and family sponsorship in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, drivers require a minimum salary of 4,000 AED per month to obtain a work permit and sponsor family members as of 1 January 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate for hours exceeding 8 per day. This threshold applies uniformly across all emirates for private sector driver roles.
Which specific UAE driving licence categories and RTA approvals are required for commercial driver jobs in 2026?
Drivers must hold a valid UAE commercial heavy or light vehicle licence issued by the Roads and Transport Authority with at least 3 years documented experience as of 2026. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation requires submission of the RTA licence copy along with the work permit application. No foreign licence conversion is accepted without a minimum 6-month UAE residency period.
How many working hours and annual leave days are mandated for driver positions under UAE labour law in 2026?
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation sets a maximum of 8 hours per day and 48 hours per week for drivers, with mandatory 30 days annual leave after completing one year of service as of 2026. Drivers receive an additional 10 public holidays and sick leave of 90 days at full or half pay depending on service length. All overtime above 8 hours must be compensated at 1.25 times the basic salary.
What documents are required to apply for a driver work permit in the UAE as of 2026?
Applicants must submit a valid passport, attested educational certificates, RTA commercial driving licence, medical fitness certificate, and Emirates ID application through the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation portal as of 2026. The employer files the application with a signed labour contract specifying 4,000 AED minimum salary. Processing takes 3 to 5 working days after fee payment of 300 AED.
