Autonomous Vehicle Operations Lead

The position of Autonomous Vehicle Operations Lead places you at the helm of a company that runs self‑driving car and robotaxi fleets, supporting experimental trials, commercial ride‑hailing services and the rollout of new urban sites throughout Europe. You will be responsible for guaranteeing that every vehicle is prepared for service, that charging and maintenance cycles are optimally scheduled, and that the overall fleet meets availability targets while minimizing idle time. In practice, you will supervise the activities inside one or more depots, directing safety personnel, technical specialists and support staff to keep the yard orderly, clean and ready for dispatch. Your duties include arranging vehicle dispatch and return, crafting shift rosters for round‑the‑clock operations, conducting performance reviews, and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. You will also serve as the main operational liaison for internal engineering, product groups and external partners, producing regular KPI reports, handling risk escalations and assisting with customer visits and audits. The role requires at least five years of experience in managing vehicle or logistics fleets, a proven track record of leading operational or technical teams, and familiarity with 24/7 shift structures. Strong organisational talent, the ability to monitor and act on performance metrics, excellent communication skills and fluency in English are essential. Desirable background includes work with autonomous or robotaxi programs, electric‑vehicle fleet management, launching new depot sites, and knowledge of fleet‑management software. Additional European languages are a plus. The job offers exposure