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Driver

Ghobash Group
Full-time
On-site
Abu Dhabi, 01

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This full-time onsite Driver role with Ghobash Group, working through Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC, is centered on safely transporting employees, supervisors, and visitors to oil and gas sites and the Head Office while upholding strict HSE standards. You’ll perform daily vehicle checks, maintain logbooks and fuel records, report faults or incidents promptly, ensure valid permits for site entry, and assist with loading and unloading as needed. The ideal candidate has a valid UAE driving license, 3 to 5 years of driving experience (oil and gas or construction preferred), solid knowledge of UAE roads and site access, basic vehicle maintenance skills, and English communication (Arabic a plus). Emphasize safety, trainings, and professional conduct in your application.

Company Description

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC. 
For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services.

Job Description

  • Safely drive company vehicles to transport employees, supervisors, and visitors to Oil & Gas sites and Head Office as required

  • Ensure compliance with UAE traffic laws, company driving policies, and client (ADNOC/Project) HSE requirements

  • Conduct daily vehicle checks including fuel, oil, brakes, tires, lights, and cleanliness

  • Maintain vehicle logbooks, trip sheets, and fuel records accurately

  • Report any vehicle defects, accidents, or near misses immediately to the supervisor

  • Ensure valid permits, passes, and documents are available for site entry

  • Support loading and unloading of materials when required, ensuring safe handling

  • Follow defensive driving practices and attend mandatory HSE and driving trainings

  • Maintain professional behavior and courteous conduct with passengers and clients

Qualifications

  • Valid UAE driving license (Light / Heavy as applicable)

  • Minimum 3–5 years of driving experience, preferably in Oil & Gas or construction projects

  • Familiar with UAE roads, industrial areas, and site access procedures

  • Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and safety checks

  • Ability to communicate in English (Arabic is an advantage)

  • Physically fit and medically cleared as per company and client requirements

Additional Information

  • Strict adherence to company and client HSE policies

  • Immediate reporting of unsafe conditions, incidents, or near misses

  • Use of seat belts and enforcement of safety rules for all passengers