Job Overview
A company in Dubai, UAE, is seeking a responsible and experienced Heavy Vehicle Driver to transport goods safely and efficiently according to assigned routes and delivery schedules. The successful candidate will be responsible for vehicle inspections, cargo safety, delivery documentation, and compliance with UAE traffic regulations and company transportation policies.
This role is suitable for professional drivers with experience in logistics, warehousing, distribution, or transportation operations. Candidates should hold a valid heavy vehicle driving licence applicable to the vehicle they will operate and demonstrate a strong commitment to road safety, punctuality, and professional service.
Key Responsibilities of a Heavy Vehicle Driver
1. Heavy Vehicle Operation and Transportation
- Operate heavy vehicles safely to transport goods between warehouses, distribution centres, customer locations, and other assigned destinations.
- Follow designated delivery routes and schedules to ensure timely transportation.
- Use navigation systems and route-planning tools to identify suitable routes and avoid unnecessary delays.
- Comply with UAE traffic laws, road safety regulations, and company transportation procedures.
- Follow applicable driving-hour, rest-period, and vehicle-operation requirements.
2. Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance
- Conduct routine vehicle inspections before and after each trip to confirm roadworthiness.
- Check essential vehicle components, including tyres, brakes, lights, oil levels, and other safety-related systems.
- Maintain vehicle cleanliness and ensure the vehicle remains in suitable operating condition.
- Report mechanical problems, maintenance requirements, and vehicle defects to the Transport Supervisor promptly.
- Maintain inspection records and support scheduled vehicle servicing and preventive maintenance.
3. Cargo Handling and Delivery Coordination
- Coordinate with warehouse personnel and transport supervisors to ensure accurate loading and unloading of goods.
- Verify delivery documents and cargo details before departing for assigned destinations.
- Secure cargo properly to minimize the risk of movement, damage, or loss during transportation.
- Follow appropriate loading, unloading, and cargo-handling procedures.
- Support last-mile delivery operations and coordinate with relevant teams when required.
- Obtain delivery confirmations and report missing, damaged, or incorrect items according to company procedures.
4. Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain accurate trip sheets, delivery records, fuel consumption logs, and vehicle inspection reports.
- Complete required transportation documents and delivery paperwork.
- Record trip details, including assigned routes, delivery times, and relevant operational information.
- Report accidents, traffic incidents, delivery delays, and other unexpected situations to the Transport Supervisor immediately.
- Ensure all delivery and vehicle-related documentation is accurate and submitted on time.
5. Road Safety and Regulatory Compliance
- Follow all applicable UAE road traffic regulations and company health and safety policies.
- Drive defensively and maintain safe distances from other vehicles.
- Ensure cargo is secured and transported in accordance with applicable safety requirements.
- Follow company procedures for accident reporting, emergency situations, and vehicle breakdowns.
- Maintain a professional attitude when interacting with customers, warehouse teams, and colleagues.
- Comply with applicable licensing requirements and restrictions for the assigned vehicle category.
Qualifications and Experience
Candidates applying for Heavy Vehicle Driver jobs in Dubai should meet the following requirements:
- Experience: 3–5 years of professional heavy vehicle driving experience, preferably in logistics, warehousing, distribution, or transportation.
- Driving Licence: Valid UAE heavy vehicle driving licence in the appropriate category for the assigned vehicle. Category 4 or an equivalent licence may be relevant, depending on the vehicle classification and applicable UAE licensing rules.
- Route Knowledge: Familiarity with Dubai roads, local delivery routes, and navigation applications is an advantage.
- Vehicle Knowledge: Basic understanding of vehicle inspections, routine maintenance checks, and troubleshooting.
- Safety Awareness: Strong knowledge of safe driving practices, cargo securing, and road safety procedures.
- Documentation Skills: Ability to complete trip reports, delivery records, and other transportation documents.
- Communication: Good communication and coordination skills when working with supervisors, warehouse teams, and customers.
- Personal Attributes: Reliable, punctual, safety-conscious, organized, and professional.