If you hold a valid UAE Heavy Duty Driving License Level 6 and have five or more years of professional driving experience, Velora is hiring a Transportation Driver for its Abu Dhabi airport operations right now. This is an airside role — you will be transporting guests, airline crew, and VIP passengers within a secure airport environment. Apply directly through the official Velora careers portal.
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Position Details
| Company | Velora |
| Position | Transportation Driver |
| Location | Abu Dhabi, UAE |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Industry | Airport Transport / Ground Handling |
| Experience | Minimum 5 years professional driving |
| License | Valid UAE Heavy Duty Driving License — Level 6 |
| Language | English required |
About Velora
Velora is an airport ground services and transportation company operating at Abu Dhabi International Airport, managing passenger handling, ramp operations, and ground transportation services for airlines. The company operates within a highly regulated airside environment where safety, punctuality, and professionalism are non-negotiable daily requirements.
For experienced heavy vehicle drivers, working airside at an international airport offers structured shift operations, exposure to international airline procedures, and long-term employment stability within a growing aviation services company.
What You Will Do
Your primary responsibility is the safe movement of passengers within the airside environment — operating guest buses, transporting airline crew between terminals and aircraft, and driving VIP vehicles when assigned. Every journey happens within a secure, controlled airport zone which means strict adherence to airside traffic regulations, security protocols, and Standard Operating Procedures throughout every shift.
Beyond driving, you will inspect your vehicle before each shift, report any defects immediately, maintain vehicle cleanliness and presentation, and support emergency operational requirements when needed. You will interact directly with international guests and airline personnel daily — professional communication and appearance are part of the role, not optional extras.
Who Should Apply
You must have:
- Valid UAE Heavy Duty Driving License — Level 6
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar transportation or passenger driving role
- Confident English communication skills — verbal and professional
- Comfort working in a multicultural international environment
- Flexibility to work shifts including weekends and public holidays
You will stand out if you have:
- Previous UAE airport, airside, or aviation ground services driving experience
- Passenger bus or VIP vehicle driving background
- Clean UAE driving record
- Familiarity with airport security and operational procedures
Honest Take on This Role
Airside driving is genuinely different from standard road transportation. You are operating within a live airport environment — around aircraft, ground equipment, and high-security zones — which requires a higher level of situational awareness than most driving roles. The Level 6 license requirement and five-year minimum experience filter are serious — Velora needs drivers who can operate professionally and independently from day one. If your background is in passenger transportation, crew busing, or airport ground operations, this role is a strong fit. If you are a general heavy vehicle driver without passenger service experience, the airside environment will be a steeper adjustment.
How to Apply
- Prepare your CV — include your UAE license category, years of driving experience, and any airport or passenger transport background clearly
- Apply directly through the official Velora careers portal
- Use this direct link: careers.velora.ae — Transportation Driver Abu Dhabi
- Complete the online application form accurately and upload all required documents
- Never pay any recruiter claiming to place candidates at Velora — all legitimate hiring is direct and free
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FAQ
Is the Level 6 UAE license mandatory or will a lower category be considered?
Level 6 — UAE Heavy Duty Driving License — is specifically stated as mandatory. Lower license categories will not meet the requirement for this airside bus and heavy vehicle role.
Is five years the minimum or preferred experience level?
Minimum. Velora has stated at least five years of professional driving experience in a similar role is required. Candidates with less experience will not qualify.
What does airside driving involve that is different from regular road driving?
Airside means operating within the secure restricted zone of an active airport — around aircraft, fuel vehicles, and ground support equipment. It requires compliance with strict airport traffic rules, security clearance, and awareness of aircraft movements at all times.
Will shift work and weekend duties be required?
Yes. This is a full-time role in a 24-hour airport operation — shift work, weekend duties, and public holiday schedules are standard requirements.
What career progression is available?
Experienced drivers who perform consistently can progress into Senior Driver, Transport Coordinator, or Fleet Supervisor roles within Velora’s ground operations structure.
