Key responsibilities:
Driving & logistics:
- ✓ Operate company vehicles safely and responsibly, strictly adhering to UAE traffic laws and regulations.
- ✓ Transport technicians, tools, equipment and materials to and from job sites according to schedules and dispatch instructions.
- ✓ Plan efficient routes using GPS or local knowledge to navigate Dubai and surrounding areas effectively.
- ✓ Conduct daily vehicle checks (fuel, oil, tires, lights, brakes, cleaning) and report any maintenance or repair needs promptly.
- ✓ Maintain accurate records of mileage, fuel consumption and maintenance.
- ✓ Ensure all transported items are securely loaded and protected.
Technician assistance:
- ✓ Assist technicians with loading and unloading tools, equipment and materials at the office and job sites.
- ✓ Provide physical assistance to technicians during tasks (e.g., holding items, moving furniture, setting up ladders, retrieving tools).
- ✓ Help with site preparation and clean-up before, during and after maintenance work.
- ✓ Follow instructions from the technician to support the efficient completion of tasks.
Basic handyman & maintenance tasks:
- ✓ Basic plumbing fixes (e.g., fixing minor leaks, changing tap washers).
- ✓ Simple electrical tasks (e.g., changing light bulbs, replacing switch covers – non-complex work).
- ✓ Painting touch-ups and minor plaster repairs.
- ✓ Fixing or assembling simple items (e.g., shelves, blinds, door handles).
- ✓ Minor carpentry fixes.
- ✓ Perform simple maintenance and repair jobs as directed.
- ✓ Use basic hand tools and simple power tools safely and effectively.
- ✓ Follow instructions and safety procedures for all maintenance tasks.
General:
- ✓ Maintain a professional appearance and courteous demeanour when interacting with clients and the public.
- ✓ Communicate effectively with technicians, dispatchers and supervisors.
- ✓ Adhere to all company policies and safety protocols.
- ✓ Assist with general duties at the company premises when not on job sites.
Qualifications and requirements:
- ✓ Proven experience as a driver, preferably in a commercial or maintenance environment.
- ✓ Valid UAE Driving License is MANDATORY.
- ✓ Clean driving record.
- ✓ Basic knowledge and practical experience in performing small handyman or general maintenance tasks.
- ✓ Ability to safely use common hand tools and basic power tools.
- ✓ Good physical condition, with the ability to lift and carry equipment and materials (e.g., up to 25 kg).
- ✓ Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- ✓ Basic communication skills (English preferred, knowledge of other languages is a plus).
- ✓ Reliable, punctual and responsible.
- ✓ Familiarity with roads and locations in Dubai and the surrounding Emirates is an advantage.
Physical demands:
- ✓ Must be able to sit for extended periods while driving.
- ✓ Ability to stand, walk, crouch, stoop and kneel for various tasks on site.
- ✓ Ability to lift, carry, push and pull tools, equipment and materials.
If you are a reliable driver with practical maintenance skills and are looking to join a busy maintenance team, we encourage you to apply.
