Driver (Heavy Truck, Heavy Bus & Light Vehicle)

Company Profile:

Sentinel Ventures is a dynamic holding company that manages a diverse portfolio of seven operating companies across multiple industries and geographies. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth, Sentinel Ventures plays a pivotal role in overseeing and guiding its subsidiaries toward achieving their business objectives while fostering synergies across the group. Sentinel Ventures into trading of food and non-food categories.

This position is for our Food and Non-Food Packaging companies located in Dubai.

Job Responsibilities:

• Safely operate heavy truck, heavy bus, and light vehicle in compliance with UAE traffic laws and company regulations.
• Adhere to transportation laws, including speed limits, seatbelt use, vehicle weight restrictions, parking rules, and rest periods.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections to identify and report mechanical or safety issues.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance checks and coordinate with the workshop for servicing.
• Plan and follow efficient delivery routes, considering traffic, schedules, and road conditions.
• Complete trip-related documentation such as delivery receipts, logbooks, invoices, and trip reports.
• Manage delivery processes including invoicing and pallet control.
• Interact courteously and professionally with customers and recipients during deliveries/pickups.
• Communicate with dispatchers and supervisors regarding delivery status, delays, or incidents.
• Follow emergency procedures in case of accidents, breakdowns, or other unexpected events.
• Maintain accurate records of mileage, fuel usage, and cargo details.
• Verify and collect delivery instructions prior to each trip.
• Report any vehicle defects, accidents, or traffic violations immediately.
• Provide staff transportation services for pick-up and drop-off from accommodations as required.
• Ensure a neat and clean company uniform is worn at all times.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor or management.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Must hold all three valid UAE driving licenses: Heavy Truck (Category 4), Heavy Bus (Category 6) and Light Vehicle (Category 3)
• Clean driving record with no major traffic violations.
• Minimum 2 years of professional driving experience in the UAE.
• Good knowledge of UAE routes, landmarks, and road networks.
• Strong understanding of UAE traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Physically fit, energetic, reliable, and trustworthy.
• Proficiency in Hindi and/or English (Arabic is an advantage).
• Ability to handle work pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain professionalism.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED3,500.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to stay in the company accommodation?

Experience:

• UAE driving: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• Hindi (Required)
• English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Heavy Truck (Category 4) license (Required)
• Heavy Bus (Category 6) license (Required)
• Light Vehicle (Category 3) license (Required)

Location:

• Dubai (Preferred)