Driver/ Data Collector in Namsos, Norway

TSMG Holding; Namsos; On-site; NOK 420,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive training

Ongoing management support

International team environment

Job summary

Terry Soot Management Group (TSMG) is seeking a Driver for a EU data-collection project. You will operate vehicles with removable 360° cameras and lidar to capture streets, points of interest, and public spaces.

Ideal candidates hold a valid EU driver's license, a clean background, at least 5 years driving experience, and are fluent in English and the local language. You should be comfortable traveling across assigned routes and teams.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and local language
• Proficient with Google Workspace (Gmail, Sheets, Forms)
• At least 5 years of driving experience
• Ability to travel and adapt to varying environments

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate vehicles to capture 360° visuals and lidar data on predefined routes
• Ensure data is stored on onboard systems and prepared for processing
• Maintain safety, comply with traffic laws, and collaborate with the project team

Skills

English fluency

GSuite familiarity

Driving experience

Trustworthy

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.

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).

The recruitment process for the position of a Driver involves such steps:

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

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.