Autonomous vehicle Test Operator

TSMG Holding; Wellington; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Terry Soot Management Group (TSMG) is seeking an Autonomous Vehicle Test Operator to operate and evaluate a self-driving vehicle in autonomous mode, collect data, and provide feedback. The role includes offering ride-hail service to the public and requires rotating shifts, including overnights.

The position emphasizes safety, detailed reporting, and hands-on use of laptops and touchscreen devices while monitoring vehicle behavior in autonomous mode across various routes and conditions.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with a laptop and common Office apps (Gmail, Sheets, Docs).
• Ability to use handheld devices and touchscreen interfaces.
• Strong attention to detail and concise description of observations.

Responsibilities

• Operate/drive autonomous vehicles on defined and undefined routes in autonomous mode.
• Test other aspects of our autonomous vehicles.
• Complete timely, detailed ride reports for operations and engineering teams.
• Must work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts.
• Maintain high safety standards inside and outside the vehicle.

Skills

Laptop & Office Apps

Handheld device proficiency

Attention to detail

Job description

Company Description

Terry Soot Management Group (TSMG) is a field data collection company founded in 2017 in Europe.

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, North America and Asia, ready to accept new challenges.

Role Overview:

The Autonomous Vehicle Test Operator is responsible for operating and evaluating a self-driving vehicle in autonomous mode, including collecting data and providing feedback, and offering ride hail service to the general public.

Eligibility:

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years old, possess a valid Class C driver’s license, and have at least three (3) years of experience as a Class C licensed driver to operate Class C vehicles

Key responsibilities:

• Operate/Drive autonomous vehicles on both defined and undefined routes, including a variety of environmental conditions - driving (some manual driving but primarily monitoring the vehicle's behavior in autonomous mode) and (ii) software monitoring and logging responsibilities and providing verbal feedback/directions about the autonomous vehicles (AV) environment
• Test other aspects of our autonomous vehicles
• Complete timely and detailed ride reports for our operations and engineering teams
• Must be able to work specific shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and/or weekends, as well as overnight shifts
• Maintain high standard of safety, inside and outside of the vehicle

Necessary skills:

• Proficiency with a laptop and Office apps (i.e., Gmail, Sheets and Docs)
• Proficiency using a handheld device/touchscreen smartphone
• Must have good attention to detail and be able to quickly and concisely describe their thoughts

Physical requirements:

• Occasional standing, walking, and long periods of sitting
• Use hands to finger; handle or feel; and talk or hear; climb stairs and/or ladders
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds
• Must use close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Most work is accomplished outdoors in a vehicle

We would be happy to get to know you and your skills better and see how we can support each other's growth.

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.