Driver / Data Collector in Padua, Italy

TSMG Holding; Padova; On-site; EUR 20,088 - 26,784; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive training

Ongoing support from managers

International team environment

Job summary

Terry Soot Management Group (TSMG) is hiring data-collection drivers in Italy to join a project capturing street-level visuals with 360° cameras and lidar. The role is full-time, 8 AM–7 PM, with travel across EU regions.

Candidates should hold an EU driver's license, pass background checks, have 5+ years driving experience, and be proficient in English and the local language. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive training within an international team.

Qualifications

• EU-issued driver's license
• Clean background check (criminal and driving record)
• At least 5 years of driving experience
• Professional driving experience (e.g., taxi, delivery, logistics)
• Proficient in English and the local language
• Tech-savvy with experience using GSuite tools (Gmail, Google Spreadsheets, Google Forms)
• Basic knowledge of vehicle mechanics
• Demonstrates responsibility, reliability, and professionalism
• Willingness to travel
• Familiar with the area of operations

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate vehicles to capture high-quality visuals as part of data collection.
• Follow pre-assigned routes on public streets and points of interest.
• Ensure safety and compliance during driving and data capture.
• Coordinate with managers for weather-related revisits if needed.
• Assist with basic data handling and reporting using GSuite tools

Skills

EU Driver's License

Clean Background Check

5+ Years Driving

Professional Driving Experience

English & Local Language

GSuite Proficiency

Vehicle Mechanics Basics

Reliability & Professionalism

Willingness to Travel

Area Familiarity

Tools

GSuite (Gmail, Sheets, Forms)

Job description

Company Description

Terry Soot Management Group (TSMG) is a field data collection company founded in 2017 in Europe. We collect data where automation is not possible. We count features, take pictures, make videos, record speech, and scan areas for every detail you need to make more informed decisions. Our field data collection teams are spread across Europe and North America, ready to accept new challenges.

Project Overview

This project aims to collect high-quality visuals of streets, key points of interest, and public spaces across EU countries. Using vehicles equipped with removable 360° cameras and lidars, drivers will capture comprehensive images of the surroundings. The captured data will be stored on onboard computers (SSD drives) and later utilized to enhance one of the world’s leading online mapping platforms.

Data collectors will follow pre-assigned routes, focusing on public streets, commercial areas, and points of interest. To ensure the highest image quality, certain areas may need to be revisited during favorable weather conditions.

The duration of the project varies based on the scope of work required in each targeted data collection area. On average, the assignments involve 3 to 6 months of active work.

Work Schedule

Full time engagement within standard business hours (8 AM - 7 PM).

Recruitment Process

Safety driving test, interview with recruiter, and onboarding process.

Ideal Candidate

• Holds a valid EU‑issued driver’s license
• Maintains a clean background check (criminal and driving record)
• Has at least 5 years of driving experience
• Possesses professional driving experience (e.g., taxi, delivery, logistics)
• Proficient in English and the local language
• Tech‑savvy, with experience using GSuite tools (Gmail, Google Spreadsheets, Google Forms)
• Basic knowledge of vehicle mechanics
• Demonstrates responsibility, reliability, and professionalism
• Enjoys traveling and exploring new places
• Familiar with the area of operations

What We Offer

• A dynamic and engaging project that goes beyond just driving
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive training covering both practical and theoretical aspects of data collection
• Ongoing support from experienced managers
• The opportunity to work in an international team and environment