Job Description

Purpose of the Role

To safely transport personnel, equipment, materials, and supplies in support of drilling and workover operations while ensuring compliance with company QHSE, IMS, and ISO/API standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate assigned vehicles safely and in compliance with company procedures, journey management requirements, and local traffic regulations.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report defects or maintenance requirements.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance, including checking fluids, tires, lights, and safety equipment.
• Safely load, secure, transport, and unload personnel, materials, and equipment.
• Ensure all passengers comply with seatbelt and vehicle safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate trip logs, inspection records, fuel reports, and delivery documentation.
• Follow approved journey management plans and maintain communication during trips.
• Report hazards, incidents, vehicle accidents, and unsafe conditions immediately.

Authority

• Stop or refuse any journey that presents a safety risk due to vehicle condition, weather, road conditions, fatigue, or other hazards.
• Enforce seatbelt use and safe behavior of vehicle occupants.
• Refuse to transport unsecured loads or loads exceeding safe limits.

Qualifications

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Iraqi driving license appropriate to the vehicle class.
• Defensive Driving Certificate; 4x4/Off-Road Driving certification preferred.
• Certifications in HSE Induction, Journey Management, First Aid, Fire Fighting, and Hazard Awareness.
• Minimum 3 years of professional driving experience, preferably in oil & gas, mining, or industrial operations.
• Basic English and Arabic communication skills.
• Good knowledge of vehicle inspections, defensive driving, and off-road operations.