Autonomous Vehicle Operations Lead (AVOS / Autonomous Vehicle Operations Lead)

TSMG·Valence

What they offer

  • Fixed-term contract

    Full-time hours.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    TSMG doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Valence

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

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About the role

We are looking for an Autonomous Vehicle Operations Lead (AVOS / Autonomous Vehicle Operations Lead) to oversee the day-to-day operations of autonomous vehicle (AV) fleets and robotaxis, supporting test programs, commercial autonomous ride-hailing services, and new city launches in Europe.

As an operational leader at the depot, you will coordinate Safety Operators, Depot Specialists, Senior Technicians, and SDS Specialists to ensure vehicles remain safe, operational, and ready for deployment. You will play a critical role in fleet availability, meeting operational KPIs, and scaling autonomous fleets.

This role 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.

What you'll do

  • Lead day-to-day operations of autonomous vehicle and robotaxi fleets across one or more depots.
  • Ensure vehicles are ready for testing, commercial deployment, and autonomous ride-hailing services.
  • Monitor fleet utilization, vehicle availability, charging schedules, and operational readiness.
  • Coordinate daily vehicle dispatch and return activities to maximize fleet efficiency.
  • Reduce downtime through effective planning and operational coordination.
  • Oversee all depot activities for the robotaxi fleet, ensuring safe, efficient, and organized operations.
  • Coordinate the work of Depot Specialists, Safety Operators, Senior Technicians, and SDS Specialists.
  • Ensure vehicles meet cleanliness, charging, inspection, and maintenance standards before deployment.
  • Support depot setup and operational readiness for new city launches and fleet expansion.
  • Recruit, onboard, train, and supervise operational staff.
  • Create shift schedules to support 24/7 fleet operations.
  • Conduct performance reviews and coaching sessions.
  • Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Ensure all team members follow operational procedures and safety standards.
  • Act as the primary operational point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Coordinate daily activities with engineering, product, technical, and fleet management teams.
  • Prepare operational reports, KPI dashboards, and performance summaries.
  • Escalate operational risks and develop mitigation plans.
  • Support client visits, audits, and operational reviews.
  • Monitor KPIs, including fleet availability, vehicle uptime, dispatch efficiency, depot productivity, and operational quality.
  • Identify process improvement opportunities to reduce downtime and improve fleet performance.
  • Develop and implement SOPs for autonomous vehicle operations.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives during robotaxi fleet scaling and commercial deployment.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, local regulations, and operational procedures.
  • Promote a strong safety culture across all teams.
  • Ensure incidents are properly analyzed, documented, and resolved.
  • Maintain compliance with health & safety requirements related to fleet and depot operations.

What we're looking for

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in fleet operations, automotive operations, transportation, logistics, mobility services, or similar operational environments.
  • Previous experience leading operational or technical teams.
  • Experience managing shift-based or 24/7 operations.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent organizational and planning abilities.
  • Experience tracking KPIs and operational performance.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Fluent in English.

Nice to have

  • Experience with autonomous vehicles, robotaxi fleets, ADAS programs, or automotive testing.
  • Experience in EV fleet operations.
  • Experience launching new operational sites or depots.
  • Knowledge of fleet management systems and operational reporting tools.
  • Additional European languages depending on the country of the role.

What you'll get

  • Opportunity to lead autonomous and robotaxi fleet operations at scale in Europe.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge self-driving vehicle technologies and commercial ride-hailing services.
  • Leadership role supporting new city launches, depot setup, and fleet expansion.
  • Collaboration with engineering, product, and operations teams shaping the future of transportation.
  • Long-term career development in fleet management, autonomous mobility, and robotaxi operations.
  • International projects supporting leading autonomous vehicle programs.
  • Comprehensive onboarding and continuous professional development.

Required profile

Successful AV Operations Leads combine operational excellence, strong leadership, and an interest in emerging mobility technologies.

You are comfortable coordinating people, vehicles, depots, and processes while maintaining the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. You enjoy solving operational challenges as autonomous vehicle fleets expand into new cities and markets.

Whether working with drivers or fully commercial robotaxi operations, you ensure every vehicle, shift, and team member contributes to a safe and reliable autonomous mobility service.

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About the company

TSMG

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