Heavy Duty Driver

Role Overview

Heavy Duty Driver at Emirates Flight Catering, based in United Arab Emirates. The job holder is responsible for providing safe, reliable, and timely transportation and handling of people, materials, equipment, and catering items across operational locations, ensuring uninterrupted operations through strict adherence to company standards, approved routes and schedules, UAE traffic laws, and airport/ramp safety regulations where applicable.

Role Purpose

To execute safe, punctual, and efficient transportation of employees, materials, equipment, and catering items between designated locations while maintaining vehicle roadworthiness, compliance with all regulatory and safety standards, and operational continuity through professional conduct and responsive communication.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Transportation

• Execute transportation duties in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner, adhering to approved schedules, routes, standard operating procedures, and operational instructions.
• Provide safe, punctual, and reliable transportation of employees between accommodation, workplace, and designated pick-up and drop-off locations as per approved routes and schedules.
• Adhere to assigned rosters, trip schedules, and route plans to ensure uninterrupted employee transport services and minimal delays.
• Ensure timely and accurate transportation of materials, equipment, and supplies between warehouses, production units, and operational locations as per dispatch and delivery schedules.
• Support operational continuity by adhering to assigned duties and contributing to service reliability through flexibility, responsiveness, and compliance with operational requirements.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure the safe handling, securing, and protection of passengers, materials, equipment, or catering items during transit to prevent damage, loss, or safety incidents.
• Comply with UAE road traffic laws, company transport policies, health and safety standards, and site-specific safety regulations to ensure a safe and compliant operating environment.
• Safely load, transport, and unload goods, ensuring correct handling, securing, and protection of cargo throughout the logistics process.
• Maintain a respectful, orderly, and secure travel environment through courteous interaction, adherence to conduct standards, and enforcement of transport rules.

Vehicle Maintenance & Inspection

• Conduct thorough pre-trip vehicle inspections and ensure vehicles are roadworthy, clean, and operationally ready, reporting defects, damages, or breakdowns promptly.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and complete operational documentation, including trip logs, inspections, delivery records, and incident reports, in line with company and audit requirements.
• Identify, report, and escalate incidents, near misses, delays, route deviations, or operational risks in a timely manner to enable corrective action and service continuity.

Coordination & Communication

• Demonstrate professional conduct, effective communication, and cooperation with supervisors, colleagues, and operational teams to support smooth daily operations.
• Coordinate with warehouse, logistics, and receiving teams to verify quantities, documentation, and ensure smooth handover of materials.
• Support workforce mobility by proactively escalating delays, route challenges, or vehicle issues that may impact employee transportation services.
• Support efficient logistics operations by meeting delivery timelines and proactively communicating delays, risks, or deviations.

Qualifications & Experience

• High School Certificate Qualification or equivalent qualification (mandatory).
• Valid United Arab Emirates Driving License Category 4 (Heavy Truck) and successful completion of the company driving test (mandatory).
• Minimum of 3 years relevant driving experience.
• Experience in a logistics, transport, aviation, or industrial environment as a Truck Driver or in a similar role.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in written and spoken English, with good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Sound knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and preventive maintenance, including tyre pressure, oil, and water level checks.
• Knowledge of First Aid, safety procedures, and basic firefighting (preferred).
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate fully loaded vehicles.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Security Pass (RASP).
• Physically fit to perform manual handling tasks, including bending, kneeling, stooping, climbing, and ladder usage.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Willingness and flexibility to work in shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays as required.