Autonomous Vehicle Operations Lead

ppWe are looking for an bAutonomous Vehicle Operations Lead (AVOS) /b to oversee the daily operations of bautonomous vehicle (AV) /b and brobotaxi fleets /b supporting testing programs, commercial bautonomous ride-hailing services /b, and new city launches across Europe. /p pAs the operational leader within the depot, you will coordinate bSafety Operators, Depot Specialists, Senior Technicians, and SDS Specialists /b to ensure vehicles remain safe, operational, and deployment‑ready. You will play a critical role in maintaining fleet availability, meeting operational KPIs, and supporting the successful launch and scaling of bautonomous vehicle fleets /b. /p pThis position is ideal for candidates with experience in fleet operations, mobility services, automotive operations, logistics, or transportation who enjoy leading teams in fast‑paced, technology‑driven environments. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 h3Fleet Operations Management /h3 ul liLead the daily operations of autonomous vehicle and robotaxi fleets across one or multiple depot locations /li liEnsure vehicles are operationally ready to support testing, commercial deployment, and autonomous ride‑hailing services /li liMonitor fleet utilisation, vehicle availability, charging schedules, and operational readiness /li liCoordinate daily vehicle dispatch and return activities to maximise fleet efficiency /li liMinimise vehicle downtime through effective operational planning and coordination /li /ul h3Depot Operations /h3 ul liOversee all activities within the robotaxi depot, ensuring safe, efficient, and organised operations /li liCoordinate the work of Depot Specialists, Safety Operators, Senior Technicians, and SDS Specialists /li liEnsure vehicles meet cleanliness, charging, inspection, and maintenance standards before deployment /li liSupport depot setup and operational readiness for new city launches and fleet expansion projects /li /ul h3Team Leadership /h3 ul liRecruit, onboard, train, and supervise operational staff /li liCreate shift schedules supporting 24/7 fleet operations /li liConduct performance reviews and coaching sessions /li liPromote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement /li liEnsure all team members follow operational procedures and safety standards /li /ul h3Client Stakeholder Management /h3 ul liAct as the primary operational contact for internal and external stakeholders /li liCoordinate daily activities with engineering, product, technical, and fleet management teams /li liPrepare operational reports, KPI dashboards, and performance summaries /li liEscalate operational risks and develop mitigation plans /li liSupport customer visits, audits, and operational reviews /li /ul h3Operational Excellence /h3 ul liMonitor KPIs including fleet availability, vehicle uptime, dispatch efficiency, depot productivity, and operational quality /li liIdentify process improvement opportunities that reduce downtime and improve fleet performance /li liDevelop and implement standard operating procedures for autonomous vehicle operations /li liSupport continuous improvement initiatives during robotaxi fleet scaling and commercial deployment /li /ul h3Health, Safety Compliance /h3 ul liEnsure compliance with company policies, local regulations, and operational procedures /li liPromote a strong safety culture across all operational teams /li liEnsure incidents are properly investigated, documented, and resolved /li liMaintain compliance with health safety requirements for fleet and depot operations /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 h3Essential /h3 ul liMinimum 5 years of experience in fleet operations, automotive operations, transportation, logistics, mobility services, or similar operational environments /li liPrevious experience leading operational or technical teams /li liExperience managing shift‑based or 24/7 operations /li liStrong leadership and people management skills /li liExcellent organisational and planning abilities /li liExperience monitoring KPIs and operational performance /li liStrong communication and stakeholder management skills /li liFluent English /li /ul h3Preferred /h3 ul liExperience supporting autonomous vehicles, robotaxi fleets, ADAS programmes, or automotive testing /li liExperience with electric vehicle (EV) fleet operations /li liPrevious experience launching new operational sites or depots /li liKnowledge of fleet management systems and operational reporting tools /li liAdditional European languages are an advantage depending on project location /li /ul h3What We’re Looking For /h3 pSuccessful AV Operations Leads combine operational excellence with strong leadership and a passion for emerging mobility technologies. You understand how to coordinate people, vehicles, depots, and processes while maintaining the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. You thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy solving operational challenges as autonomous vehicle fleets expand into new cities and markets. Whether supporting pilot programmes or fully commercial robotaxi operations, you will play a key role in ensuring every vehicle, every shift, and every team member contributes to a safe and reliable autonomous mobility service. /p h3What We Offer /h3 ul liOpportunity to lead large‑scale autonomous vehicle and robotaxi fleet operations across Europe /li liExposure to cutting‑edge self‑driving vehicle technologies and commercial autonomous ride‑hailing services /li liLeadership role supporting new city launches, depot set‑up, and fleet expansion /li liWork alongside engineering, product, and operations teams shaping the future of autonomous transportation /li liLong‑term career development within fleet management, autonomous mobility, and robotaxi operations /li liInternational projects supporting some of the world’s leading autonomous vehicle programmes /li liComprehensive onboarding and continuous professional development /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr