Europe-wide Field Data Driver | FT1 Certified

TSMG; Portugal; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

TSMG is seeking a Driver/Pilot to plan, execute, and complete driving routes for automotive field data collection across Europe. The role requires disciplined planning, route strategy development, daily reporting, and basic system troubleshooting.

A FT1 Driver Certification is mandatory before the start date. A valid EU driver’s license with a clean record is required, with the ability to drive long routes and log all activities accurately.

Qualifications

• FT1 Driver Certification (must be completed before the employment start date).
• Valid EU driver's license with a clean driving record; a license valid across all EU countries is preferred.
• Ability to drive long routes under varying conditions.
• Professional discipline, a safety-focused mindset, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to complete detailed logs and written reports.
• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• 4–5 years of licensed driving experience, with no major traffic citations, accidents, or suspensions in the past three years. No alcohol-related violations on the driving record.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes strategically to achieve collection objectives within time, weather, location, and road requirements.
• Execute assigned driving routes and update plans if conditions change; propose optimized alternatives.
• Perform daily vehicle, camera, and equipment readiness checks before each drive.
• Perform basic troubleshooting, including system power checks, cable resets, storage verification, and system reboot procedures.
• Maintain accurate reporting logs, including mileage, time, incidents, equipment issues, and route notes.
• Work closely with Data Annotators and automation/reporting teams to reconcile issues and plan re-drives.
• Submit daily written reports, including route deviations, failures, and improvement opportunities.
• Communicate risks and delays proactively to management.
• Handle equipment professionally and ensure secure storage of all gear and recorded files.

Job description

TSMG is seeking a Driver/Pilot to plan, execute, and complete driving routes for automotive field data collection across Europe. The role requires disciplined planning, route strategy development, daily reporting, and basic system troubleshooting.

A FT1 Driver Certification is mandatory before the start date. A valid EU driver’s license with a clean record is required, with the ability to drive long routes and log all activities accurately.