Light Vehicle Driver

Light Vehicle Driver


Company
Alfa Elevator Contracting LLC
Location
Ajman
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
AED 1.3K–AED 1.9K a month
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Job Title: Driver

Location: UAE

Reports To: Admin / Operations Manager

Job Summary

The Driver is responsible for safely transporting company staff, materials, and documents while ensuring proper vehicle maintenance and compliance with UAE traffic laws. The role supports daily operations and site activities.

Key ResponsibilitiesDriving & Transportation
• Drive company vehicles safely and responsibly as per UAE traffic rules
• Transport staff to sites, offices, and client locations as required
• Deliver and collect materials, spare parts, and documents
• Assist in loading and unloading materials when required

Vehicle Maintenance
• Ensure vehicle cleanliness and roadworthiness at all times
• Conduct daily vehicle checks (fuel, oil, water, tyres, lights)
• Inform management immediately of any vehicle issues or accidents
• Coordinate vehicle servicing and registration renewal when instructed

Compliance & Support
• Follow company policies and instructions from management
• Maintain a log of trips, fuel usage, and deliveries if required
• Support site teams with basic assistance when needed

Requirements & QualificationsLicense & Experience
• Valid UAE light vehicle driving license (mandatory)
• Minimum 2–3 years of driving experience in the UAE
• Experience in construction or contracting companies preferred

Skills & Attributes
• Good knowledge of UAE roads and locations
• Basic English communication (Hindi / Malayalam / Arabic is an advantage)
• Punctual, disciplined, and reliable
• Physically fit and willing to support site activities

Working Conditions
• May require flexible working hours and site travel
• Overtime or site duties as per company requirements

What We Offer
• Fixed salary + overtime (as applicable)
• Visa, insurance, and benefits as per UAE labor law

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED1,300.00 - AED1,900.00 per month

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q What is the minimum monthly salary for carpenter jobs in the UAE in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, the minimum salary for carpenters holding skilled work permits in the UAE is AED 4,000 per month as of 1 January 2026, with overtime paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate after 8 hours daily. Employers must deposit this amount into a UAE bank account registered with the Wages Protection System.
Q What visa and work permit requirements apply for foreign carpenters seeking jobs in the UAE in 2026?
Foreign carpenters must obtain a work permit and residence visa through the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation before starting employment, with the permit valid for 2 years and renewable. The employer sponsors the visa, and applicants require a valid passport, medical fitness certificate from an approved UAE center, and Emirates ID application within 60 days of arrival.
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Carpenters need at least 2 years of verified experience in the trade plus a secondary school certificate or equivalent vocational training certificate recognized by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation as of 2026. No university degree is mandatory, but a trade test certificate from a government-approved institute increases approval chances for the work permit.
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Applicants must submit a passport copy valid for at least 6 months, 4 passport-size photos, educational and experience certificates attested by the UAE embassy in the home country, and a contract signed by the employer registered with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation by 2026. The full application is processed online via the MOHRE portal within 5 working days.
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