Fleet Operations Specialist
Oversee frontline operators and ensure efficient execution of daily shift activities in autonomous vehicle operations.
Posted by employer 3 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 16 hours ago
Skills & Technologies
Requirements
- Experience
- 3+ years
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
In the role of Fleet Operations Specialist, the individual will manage daily operations for a team of frontline operators, ensuring efficient vehicle assignments and adherence to safety protocols. Key skills include experience in operations and logistics, particularly in vehicle maintenance and team leadership within a tech-driven environment. This position is ideal for someone with a background in fleet coordination and a proactive approach to problem-solving, especially in high-pressure situations. The team at Applied Intuition is focused on advancing autonomous vehicle testing, making this a dynamic and impactful role.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Applied Intuition's careers page November 2, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Fleet Operations Specialist role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Tokyo.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 3 years of relevant experience for this Fleet Operations Specialist role.
- Where is the role based?
- Applied Intuition is hiring for this position in Tokyo.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Logistics, Operations Management, autonomous vehicles.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Applied Intuition targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Fleet Operations Specialist role at Applied Intuition.
From the original posting
About Tokyo
Applied Intuition entered the Japan market in 2019. The company has rapidly grown and established strategic relationships with major Japanese automotive OEM customers. Based in Otemachi area, the Tokyo site consists of employees who previously come from Woven by Toyota, Mobileye, TIER IV, Google, Siemens and other renowned companies. Want to learn more?
About the role
As a Fleet Operations Specialist on the Autonomous Vehicle Operations team, you will oversee frontline operators and ensure efficient execution of daily shift activities. You will serve as the key operational point of contact during your shift, directly managing vehicle assignments, triage escalations, and team performance. This role requires strong leadership and situational awareness to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in AV testing operations. You will also partner closely with the Site Lead to implement local strategy, uphold policies, and maintain alignment with broader organizational goals.
At Applied Intuition, you will:
Lead and support a team of operators during your assigned shift, ensuring clarity of responsibilities and strict adherence to safety protocols.
Oversee the maintenance, inspection, and general health of the vehicle fleet to ensure maximum uptime for testing.
Manage end-to-end logistics including route planning, long-distance testing, and equipment transport.
Develop daily run plans aligned to data collection quotas; track disengagement rates and report root causes to engineering.
Own shift-level people management responsibilities, including attendance tracking, policy adherence, and coaching on performance or conduct
Act as the primary escalation point for vehicle faults, on-road incidents, or workflow blockers, ensuring rapid triage and reporting.
Monitor vehicle deployment execution and shift progress against planned testing metrics; summarize outcomes for handoff and reporting
Ensure all operations comply with Japanese road laws and internal safety standards (serving as a certified Operation Manager/運行管理者).
Contribute to the continuous improvement of operational workflows, including post-shift reviews and root cause assessments
We're looking for someone who has:
3+ years of experience in operations, field team leadership, or vehicle/fleet coordination
Proven track record in managing vehicle maintenance, driver shifts, or complex logistical scheduling.
Experience guiding frontline teams in a dynamic, tech-driven environment
A proactive and hands-on approach to problem-solving, conflict resolution, and team support
Safety-first mindset with a track record in high-pressure environments.
Nice to have:
Experience working with autonomous vehicles, automotive testing, or robotics systems
Familiarity with Fleet Management Systems (e.g., Fleetio), Jira, Slack, Confluence, and Google Workspace
Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills
Knowledge of basic telemetry systems, software deployment processes, or AV health tools
Experience supporting multi-program vehicle operations in a cross-functional setting
Familiarity with vehicle testing workflows, shift scheduling, and operations documentation
Certified Operation Manager (運行管理者) qualification in Japan (Freight or Passenger).
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