Light Vehicle Driver

About the role

Safad Trading Establishment is looking for a skilled and responsible Light Vehicle Driver in Abu Dhabi. The driver transports goods, clients and personnel safely and on time, keeping the vehicle well maintained. The role calls for punctuality, responsibility and good service, and the employer offers health insurance and a visa.

Key responsibilities

• Perform daily vehicle inspections to ensure safety and readiness.
• Transport passengers and goods accurately and on time to the specified destinations.
• Drive strictly according to traffic laws and safety standards.
• Maintain records of vehicle service and maintenance schedules.
• Communicate with dispatchers and follow provided routes and schedules.
• Keep the vehicle's interior and exterior clean and report defects or needed repairs to the fleet manager.
• Assist with loading and unloading of goods as required by company policy.
• Provide courteous customer service, manage fuel consumption efficiently and handle emergencies calmly.
• Complete paperwork and delivery logs accurately.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid light vehicle driver's licence held for at least 2 years with a clean record.
• Valid transferable residency/work visa.
• Up to 5 years of professional experience as a light vehicle driver.
• Fluent Arabic, English and Hindi.
• Excellent knowledge of routes and road safety regulations; ability to do basic vehicle troubleshooting and minor maintenance.
• Punctual, reliable and able to manage time effectively.

Required skills

• Proficiency driving manual transmission vehicles.
• Good knowledge of local and surrounding traffic laws.