Road Test Drivers AI GPS Mapping

About the Role

TELUS Digital is seeking Road Test Drivers for AI GPS Mapping to join a vehicle testing and mapping operations team. This contract role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and supports innovative automotive and mapping technology projects across major markets in the Middle East. The position requires 2-5 years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate assigned vehicles for testing, road mapping, route validation, and data collection.
• Complete a minimum daily driving target of 200 kilometers, subject to operational and road conditions.
• Strictly follow pre-assigned routes, navigation instructions, testing procedures, and driving schedules.
• Avoid unauthorized detours or route deviations that may affect testing accuracy.
• Operate vehicles across highways, urban roads, residential areas, and other designated testing environments.
• Support day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts as required, including travel to designated testing locations.

Navigation and Mapping Operations

• Proficiently use GPS-based navigation and digital mapping applications to follow assigned routes.
• Monitor navigation instructions and report discrepancies, inaccessible roads, road closures, or route-related issues.
• Ensure accurate execution of assigned routes and designated driving activities.
• Follow specific client instructions related to mapping, vehicle testing, and road coverage.
• Immediately report any technical or navigation-related issues affecting route execution.

Vehicle Inspection and Safety Compliance

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness and proper maintenance.
• Immediately report vehicle defects, warning indicators, incidents, or unusual vehicle behavior.
• Comply with local traffic laws, road safety regulations, and company policies.
• Observe required rest periods and fatigue management procedures.
• Maintain the cleanliness and general condition of the assigned vehicle.

Reporting and Communication

• Maintain accurate daily driving logs, mileage records, route completion records, and operational reports.
• Provide regular driving progress updates to the assigned Project Coordinator.
• Promptly report incidents, delays, route deviations, vehicle issues, and operational concerns.
• Complete all required documentation and testing-related reports within established deadlines.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with the Project Coordinator and operations team.

Work Environment

This role involves approximately 8 hours of daily driving, including a 1-hour meal break, six days per week, subject to local working-hour and road-safety regulations. A minimum daily driving target of 200 kilometers is expected, depending on assigned routes and operational conditions. The position may require day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts. It demands prolonged periods of sitting and concentration while driving, with deployment across designated testing routes and locations within the assigned country.