Conducteur / Collecteur de données à Limoges, France

About the role

You are the on-road eyes and ears of our data collection initiative, translating project objectives into precise, real-world observations while navigating the streets of Limoges with confidence and care. You own the complete journey of each assignment, from preparing your vehicle and equipment to executing predefined routes and capturing high-quality imagery that meets strict standards. This role requires you to act as a reliable field agent, taking full responsibility for documenting points of interest, street features, and public spaces in a manner that supports informed decision-making for our mapping partners. You will work independently but remain an integral part of a distributed European and North American team that depends on accurate and consistent data. Every shift you contribute directly to enhancing one of the most widely used online maps globally, ensuring it reflects current conditions with clarity and detail. You are expected to adapt to changing weather and traffic patterns, revisiting locations when necessary to secure optimal image quality and project completeness. By maintaining a strong sense of ownership and professionalism, you help ensure that the field data we gather is trustworthy, comprehensive, and ready for downstream use.

Key facts

What you'll do

Execute assigned driving routes through designated zones in Limoginges, covering public streets, commercial districts, and key points of interest as outlined in project guidelines.

Capture high-resolution imagery using vehicle mounted equipment, ensuring that each photograph meets clarity, framing, and documentation standards.

Operate onboard computer systems to store collected images on secure solid state drives, maintaining organized file structures and data integrity.

Conduct regular vehicle inspections and manage personal equipment to ensure readiness for daily operations and long shifts.

Monitor weather and lighting conditions, coordinating reschedules when necessary to capture clear images of areas that require multiple visits.

Log mileage, route progress, and any incidents or anomalies encountered during the shift using provided tools and reporting procedures.

Maintain strong communication with project coordinators, providing updates on route changes, obstacles, or environmental factors that may affect data collection.

Adhere strictly to all traffic laws, safety protocols, and company policies while representing Tsmg professionally in all public interactions.

Support the overall project timeline by completing assigned hours and contributing toward coverage targets for each mapped zone.

Assist with minor administrative tasks related to data transfer, documentation, and equipment logging as required by team leads.

Perform secondary checks on previously captured zones to verify consistency and image quality when requested for re-visits.

Follow verbal and written instructions precisely, translating project objectives into accurate on-road actions without deviation.

Demonstrate reliability and punctuality, ensuring that each shift begins and concludes on schedule with minimal downtime.

Act as a field ambassador for the project, providing feedback on workflow, road conditions, and usability of collection tools when appropriate.

Requirements

You must hold a valid French driver's license appropriate for operating a vehicle in Limoges and be legally authorized to drive for professional purposes.

You must have a clean driving record with no recent major violations that would prevent the safe operation of a vehicle during work hours.

You must be at least 23 years of age and capable of understanding and communicating effectively in French during all job activities.

You must be eligible to work in France under the current regulations, with documentation that satisfies employer verification requirements.

You must reside in or near Limoges, ensuring reliable daily attendance and quick response to operational needs.

You must possess strong attention to detail, enabling you to capture complete and accurate imagery even in challenging urban or weather conditions.

You must be physically capable of performing repeated vehicle entries and exits, as well as handling equipment during short breaks or turnover periods.

You must demonstrate reliability and consistency, showing commitment to completing multi week or multi month assignments without frequent absenteeism.

You must follow safety protocols at all times, including seat belt usage, speed compliance, and adherence to company risk management procedures.

You must be able to work full time hours within the standard Monday to Friday schedule, including readiness to extend hours when project needs require.

You must be comfortable using digital tools for data logging, file management, and communication with remote team members.

You must respect the confidentiality of project details and refrain from sharing proprietary maps, images, or methodologies with external parties.

You must be willing to accept reassignment to different zones or routes as required to balance coverage across the project area.

You must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor while interacting with the public and representing Tsmg during field operations.

You must comply with all instructions provided during the recruitment process, including screening, interviews, and onboarding activities.

Nice to have

Experience operating vehicles with roof mounted camera systems or similar data collection equipment.

Prior work in field data collection, market research, or similar roles that emphasize accuracy and documentation.

Knowledge of the Limoges region, including street patterns, points of interest, and typical traffic patterns.

Basic familiarity with secure data handling procedures and storage devices used in mobile environments.

Comfort working independently for extended periods while maintaining productivity and communication.

Practical notes

Hours are Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day, for a total of 40 hours per week, with possible extensions if project needs require.

This role is conducted on public roads; standard traffic rules and safety protocols apply at all times.

No visa is required for this position as the work location is within France and the candidate must already have the right to work there.

Deadlines for project phases will be communicated in advance, and timely completion of assigned routes is essential.