Light Vehicle Driver

Light Vehicle Driver


Company
ROYAL SWISS AUTO SERVICES L.L.C
Location
Al Ain - Abu Dhabi
Job Type
Full-time
Via
Naukrigulf

Job Description
Safely drive company light vehicles for official duties and assignments.Pick up and drop off staff, visitors, and materials as required.Ensure timely delivery of documents, parcels, and other items to different locations.Maintain the vehicle in good working condition through regular checks and preventive maintenance.Ensure the vehicle is always clean (interior and exterior).Follow all UAE traffic rules, road safety standards, and company driving policies.Maintain a logbook of daily trips, mileage, fuel usage, and maintenance.Report any mechanical issues or accidents immediately to the supervisor.Assist with loading and unloading of goods when required.Support administrative tasks such as collecting documents, visiting government offices, and handling courier tasks.Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times during trips and assignments. Valid UAE Light Vehicle Driving License.Minimum 2–3 years of driving experience in the UAE.Good knowledge of UAE roads, routes, and traffic regulations.Ability to communicate in English; knowledge of additional languages is an advantage.Clean driving record with no major violations.Physically fit and able to lift light-to-moderate loads if required.Good time management and navigation skills.Polite, disciplined, and professional behavior.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs

Q What is the minimum salary required for a driver work visa in the UAE in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, the minimum salary for a driver on a work visa in the United Arab Emirates is 4,000 AED per month as of 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate for hours exceeding 8 per day. This threshold applies to all non-Emirati drivers under the unified labour contract system.
Q What documents are required to apply for a driver job and work permit in the UAE?
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation requires a valid UAE driving licence, attested educational certificates, passport copy, and medical fitness certificate for driver job applications in 2026. Employers must submit the application through the MOHRE portal within 60 days of entry. A labour card is issued only after biometric enrolment at an approved centre.
Q How many working hours and annual leave days apply to drivers in the UAE?
Under Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation rules, drivers in the United Arab Emirates are limited to 8 hours per day and 48 hours per week as of 2026. Annual leave is 30 calendar days after completing one year of service. Friday is the mandatory weekly rest day with compensatory leave if worked.
Q Do drivers pay income tax on salary earned in the UAE in 2026?
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation confirms there is no personal income tax on driver salaries in the United Arab Emirates as of 2026. Employers deduct only 5% for the Pension and Social Security scheme if the worker is from a GCC country. No other deductions apply to non-GCC drivers.
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