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