Heavy Vehicle Driver

Job Description

About The Noatum Logistics :

Noatum Logistics, part of AD Ports Group, is a leading company in Supply Chain Management with global coverage positioned in the Top 50 freight forwarders worldwide. Noatum Logistics acts as a global client-centered logistics operator providing integrated value-added solutions for the supply chain of all its clients and is a specialist in international transport, project cargo, logistics and customs. With an innovative character, we offer specific, integrated, complex and added-value responses to our clients supply chain, prioritizing a long-term relationship of trust and confidence to guarantee success. We are present in 33 countries through our team of over 1,680 professionals with great experience in our sector, always putting our motto “Excellence in Logistics Services” into practice by providing high-quality services to our customers.

Job Purpose:

The Heavy Vehicle Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of goods. This role requires strict adherence to traffic regulations, safety protocols, and company policies to ensure timely and secure deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Always follow UAE traffic safety rules and prescribed speed limits.
• Stop the vehicle only in designated and safe places.
• Report any defects in the vehicle and never drive a vehicle with technical issues.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report any defects immediately.
• Be cautious while reversing, use a banksman, and avoid reversing whenever possible.
• Ensure delivery notes are printed before proceeding with any load.
• Operate according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).
• Ensure compliance with Environment Health & Safety (EHS), Port & Customs, and other local authorities’ rules and regulations.
• Follow rules and regulations for driving inside client facilities.
• Report all incidents and accidents immediately.
• Always maintain full adherence to PPE requirements during working hours.
• Inform the manager about the near expiry of vehicle registration and driving license.
• Follow instructions for timely reporting for loading and offloading.
• Report any staff breaking company rules, theft, pilferage, accidents.
  
  

• Proven experience as a heavy vehicle driver.
• Strong knowledge of UAE traffic laws and regulations.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform basic vehicle maintenance checks
• 3-5 years minimum work experience as driver.
• Ability to work flexible hours and in shifts required. Good physical fitness is required.
• Team player who can earn respect and is comfortable working in results-oriented environment.
• Valid heavy vehicle driving license.