UAE careers: Looking for a job in Dubai? RTA hiring expats and citizens - check vacancies

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened applications for a wide range of full-time positions, welcoming both UAE nationals and expatriates to join its growing team. As the body responsible for managing the city’s roads, metro, buses, trams, and marine transport, the RTA is recruiting for managerial, specialist, and technical roles across several departments.

This hiring drive comes as the RTA undertakes major initiatives to enhance Dubai’s mobility network and urban infrastructure. The authority is set to deliver 57 strategic road projects by 2027, aimed at easing traffic congestion and accommodating the city's rapid expansion.

New hires will also contribute to smart mobility solutions powered by AI and drones, help grow the city’s cycling network, and support the rollout of autonomous taxis in 2025 — part of the RTA’s goal to achieve 25% autonomous mobility by 2030. Other projects include livable city enhancements like the Al Barsha 2 Model District.

The RTA is currently undertaking major initiatives, offering diverse and impactful roles across various departments. All job listings are available on the official RTA's careers page.

Draftsman – Traffic Signage and Addressing

Department: Traffic
Requires a diploma in engineering drawing. Open to all nationalities, with priority given to UAE citizens.

Senior Specialist – Enterprise Command & Control Center Operations

Department: Enterprise Command & Control
Bachelor’s or master’s in transportation engineering or computer science with 6–8 years of experience. Involves overseeing integrated mobility and crisis management systems.

Chief Specialist – Statistics & Data Analysis
Department: Enterprise Command & Control
Master’s in transportation planning or traffic engineering and at least 9 years of experience. Focuses on transportation modeling and urban mobility analytics.

Senior Chief Engineer – Transportation Policies
Department: Strategic Planning
Bachelor’s (preferably master’s) in civil engineering or urban planning with 11+ years of experience. Role includes policy development and transport system planning.

Senior and Chief Specialists – Talent Planning & Acquisition
Department: Human Resources & Development
Focus on Emiratisation and workforce planning. Require degrees in business or HR and up to 11 years of experience.

Studio Director – Media Communication
Department: Marketing & Corporate Communication
Requires a media production degree and 11 years of experience. Responsibilities include managing video production and post-production editing.

Senior Specialist – Digital Marketing
Department: Marketing & Corporate Communication
Bachelor’s (preferably master’s) in marketing with 8 years of experience. Key duties include running digital campaigns and SEO/SEM strategies.

Applicants from all nationalities are encouraged to apply, although UAE nationals will be given preference. Salary details are not disclosed, and application deadlines vary by role, with some closing as early as May 22, 2025.