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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Specialist Driver Data Collection - **Company:** DDR - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £35,360.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Satellite Navigation, Real Time Data - **Published:** June 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0da340569c676a1f ## About the Role Do you have experience in Driving?, To be considered, applicants must meet all of the following criteria: * Full UK manual driving licence held for a minimum of 8 years * Clean driving licence with no points or offences * No major driving disqualifications within the last 11 years * No at-fault/blameworthy accidents within the last 3 years * Must currently live at the same address registered on the driving licence * Must live within approximately 1.5 hours travel time of the office location * Must not be operating another business or secondary job alongside this role * Professional attitude and excellent communication skills essential Preferred Experience: The following backgrounds would be advantageous, although not essential: * Driving Instructor * Driver Assessor * Bus Driver * HGV Driver * Professional Fleet Driver, * Have you held your driving licence for 8 years or more? * Have you had any major driving disqualifications in the past 11 years? * Have you been involved in any at-fault accidents in the past three years? * Do you hold a clean driving licence? * Are you willing to undergo drug and alcohol tests on site? ## Description Drivers Direct Recruitment are currently recruiting professional and experienced drivers to support an exciting autonomous vehicle operation in London. Drivers will operate electric vans and cars on designated routes using satellite navigation systems. The purpose of the role is to assist with the collection of real-time road data through onboard software technology, with all data processed onsite at the end of each shift. This role requires highly disciplined drivers with exceptional driving standards and road awareness. We are specifically looking for candidates who consistently follow road rules, maintain speed limits, demonstrate smooth and safe driving habits, and keep both hands on the steering wheel at all times while operating the vehicle. Please note this is not a standard delivery driving role. Driving quality and professionalism are absolutely essential., * Operating electric vehicles safely and professionally on designated routes * Following all road laws and driving regulations without exception * Using satellite navigation systems accurately * Supporting real-time data collection through consistent driving standards * Completing shifts in line with operational and safety procedures * Maintaining a professional and respectful attitude towards colleagues and management Important Information: * All candidates must complete both theory and practical driving assessments * Drug and alcohol testing will be conducted onsite * All vehicles are fitted with onboard cameras, and drivers will be recorded at all times whilst operating the vehicle due to the nature of the work * Candidates who do not meet the required driving standards during assessment will not be offered the position Shift Pattern: * 5 days per week * Wednesday to Sunday * 2:30pm - 11:30pm ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [AI Space Factories, Hacking Self-Driving Cars & Detecting Deepfakes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1812-ai-space-factories-hacking-self-driving-cars-detecting-deepfakes) - [Python-Based Data Streaming Pipelines Within Minutes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1233-python-based-data-streaming-pipelines-within-minutes) - [How to develop an autonomous car end-to-end: Robotic Drive and the mobility revolution](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/22-how-to-develop-an-autonomous-car-end-to-end-robotic-drive-and-the-mobility-revolution) - [Hacking AI at the Edge of the Indian Ocean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100177-hacking-ai-at-the-edge-of-the-indian-ocean) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Guide for Expats Living in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/355-guide-for-expats-living-in-the-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023)