Light Duty Driver

• Transport and deliver meals, catering items and operational equipment to designated locations across designated airports and city locations

  including short-notice requests.

• Load, secure, transport and unload catering items and equipment, including carrying meal containers onto aircraft, following approved

  handling procedures to prevent damage, loss and safety incidents.

• Drive assigned vehicles safely in compliance with UAE traffic laws, airside regulations and company transport policies, while holding all

  required licences, permits and authorisations.

• Keep assigned vehicles roadworthy, clean and ready for use through pre-trip inspections, report defects or maintenance needs promptly,

  and follow procedures for any unsafe vehicle.

• Maintain accurate trip logs, inspection checklists and delivery records, and submit them on time in line with company and audit requirements.
• Promptly report accidents, near misses, delays, route deviations, delivery discrepancies and other operational risks to the supervisor,

  following escalation procedures.

• Communicate professionally with supervisors, colleagues, airport personnel and aircraft crew, provide operational updates and follow

  instructions in line with company conduct standards.

• Report for duty as per the approved roster, maintain punctuality, adapt to changing operational needs and undertake other related duties

  as assigned within the scope of the role.

Education & Licence Requirements:

• High School Certificate or equivalent
• Valid UAE Light Vehicle Driving Licence (Category 3), with manual transmission driving entitlement; held for a minimum of 2 years
• UAE Driving Licence (Category 5 - Minibus / Passenger Bus up to 26 seats) - preferred

Work Experience:

• Minimum 2 years’ UAE driving experience on light commercial vehicles (panel or delivery vans). Experience limited to passenger cars will

  not be considered.

• Experience in catering delivery, food logistics, transport or airport operations, including time-sensitive deliveries, safe driving and goods

  handling

Skills:

• Good communication, customer service and professional behaviour.
• Safe and defensive driving, with knowledge of UAE traffic laws, road networks and airport/airside regulations.
• Navigation skills using GPS and digital maps.
• Effective time management and ability to meet delivery deadlines.
• Ability to carry out basic vehicle inspections and operate assigned commercial vehicles (e.g. 3-ton pickup or Canter), where licensed.
• Careful and accurate handling of documentation, catering items and equipment.
• Problem-solving skills to manage delays, route changes and breakdowns.
• Physical capability for manual handling, including lifting, carrying and use of aircraft stairs.
• Clean driving record and compliance with airport access, airside driving and company safety requirements.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts and travel across delivery locations