Fleet Operations Training Lead - US & Japan

Job-ID: 8b46de7d-06c9-4823-b42e-3b4c7f2ffbaaSalary: USD 100000 - 130000 yearEmployment type: FULL TIMEPosted: 2026-10-05Before the detail, here's the challenge you'd help us solve.We build the embodied intelligence that moves real vehicles safely, and the ecosystem a billion machines will run on in the future. Very few people in AI can say this. Every role here, whatever the team, plugs into that.Here’s what this particular role covers.ð ️ About our Fleet Operations TeamsAs the Fleet Operations Training Lead for the US and Japan, you will lead the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of training across our Fleet Operations teams. You will ensure that team members have the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence required to operate safely, consistently, and effectively.Working closely with Fleet Operations, Safety, Engineering, People, and other teams across the business, you will identify capability gaps and translate complex operational and technical information into engaging, practical learning experiences. You will establish consistent training standards across both regions while adapting programs to reflect local operational, cultural, language, and regulatory requirements.We’re looking for someone who is organised, collaborative, and passionate about developing others: a pragmatic leader who is comfortable working in a fast-moving, safety-focused environment and can balance immediate training needs with a longer-term strategy. As our Fleet Operations function grows, you will develop scalable training programs and processes that can support additional geographies in the future.ð§ Your day-to-dayDevelop and maintain a comprehensive training strategy and roadmap for Fleet Operations in the US and Japan, aligned with organisational priorities, operational requirements, and future geographical expansionDesign, implement, and regularly update onboarding, technical, safety, compliance, and professional-development programs for Fleet Operations teamsPartner with Fleet Operations leaders and subject-matter experts to assess skills, identify capability gaps, and prioritise training requirementsDeliver engaging instructor-led, virtual, practical, and blended learning experiences for employees with different levels of experience and technical knowledgeEstablish consistent training and competency standards while adapting content and delivery to local languages, cultures, regulations, and operational environmentsCreate structured learning paths, practical assessments, competency frameworks, and certification programs that ensure employees are prepared to perform their roles safely and effectivelyDefine and monitor measures such as participation, knowledge retention, practical proficiency, time to competency, learner feedback, and operational performanceUse performance data, employee feedback, incident trends, and operational insights to continually improve training content, methods, and outcomesDevelop and manage train-the-trainer programs, supporting local trainers and Fleet Operations leaders to deliver learning consistently and effectivelyUse learning technologies to make training accessible, scalable, and engaging, while maintaining accurate records of training, competency, and certificationWork closely with Fleet Operations, Safety, Engineering, People, and other stakeholders to ensure training reflects current technology, processes, risks, and business prioritiesSupport the introduction of new technologies, vehicles, processes, policies, and programmes through structured training and change-readiness activitiesChampion continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and professional development across Fleet Operationsð§ What you’ll be working onDeveloping and delivering onboarding, technical, safety, and professional-development trainingBuilding and maintaining competency frameworks, learning paths, and certification programsCollaborating cross-functionally to ensure training keeps pace with operational and technological changeEvaluating training effectiveness using participation, performance, and feedback metricsRunning train-the-trainer initiatives and supporting local training deliveryContinuously iterating on training content, standards, and processes, making improvements based on data and feedbackSupporting operational change by creating learning experiences for new tools, vehicles, and systemsð You should apply ifYou have a strong track record of developing and implementing comprehensive operational training programs, including training-needs analysis, instructional design, delivery, and evaluationYou have demonstrated leadership experience within a high-velocity, safety-focused fleet, operational, or technical environmentYou have experience supporting training across multiple locations, regions, or culturally diverse teamsYou have excellent facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to make complex technical and operational information clear and accessibleYou have experience creating structured learning paths, practical assessments, competency frameworks, and certification programsYou have strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify capability gaps and evaluate the effectiveness and operational impact of trainingYou possess strong stakeholder-management skills and can collaborate with Fleet Operations, Safety, Engineering, People, and subject-matter expertsYou have excellent time-management and prioritisation skills, with proven ability to respond effectively to changing requirements in a fast-paced environmentYou are able to work effectively across US and Japan time zones and travel between operational locations when requiredYou are available to work on-site five days a weekYou have a clean and compliant driving record in accordance with company requirementsYou have a safety-conscious mindset, with the confidence to identify and escalate potential risksDesirableExperience establishing or scaling training programs across multiple countries or geographical regionsExperience adapting training for different languages, cultures, regulatory requirements, and operational contextsFamiliarity with learning-management systems, digital learning tools, and virtual or blended learning approachesExperience developing train-the-trainer programs or leading a distributed network of trainersFamiliarity with advanced driver-assistance systems, including sensors and onboard hardware and firmwareExperience in fleet operations, particularly data collection and closed-loop testing of ADAS functionsExperience working within the automotive, autonomous-vehicle, robotics, AI, mobility, or another safety-critical industryJapanese-language capability or previous experience working closely with teams in JapanExperience working in a fast-moving technology company or startupThe reasonably estimated salary for this role ranges from $100,000 to $130,000, plus a competitive equity package. Actual compensation is based on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.ð Not ticking every box? That’s totally okay! If you’re passionate about autonomy and keen to learn, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement.More about Wayve:ð Wayve is building the leading AI platform for autonomous driving. We are pioneering an end to end AI approach that enables vehicles to learn directly from real world experience, developing the ability to adapt, generalise and improve at scale. Instead of relying on hand coded rules or pre mapped environments, our AI Driver learns to drive by understanding the world around it. The result is technology that navigates complex urban environments with intelligence, precision and natural flow, unlocking meaningful advances in both safety and efficiency. We believe autonomy represents a once in a generation transformation in how people and goods move, comparable to the shift from horses to cars, and from human driven vehicles to intelligent machines.Our ambition is to make autonomy universal. Wayve’s mapless and hardware agnostic AI platform integrates with global OEM partners, enabling continuous software evolution and unlocking advanced levels of automation from L2 plus through to L4 as our core AI model scales. In a race increasingly defined by intelligence and real world learning, Wayve is taking a distinct approach, building a generalisable driving intelligence that can power any vehicle, anywhere. By combining embodied AI with scalable deployment, we are creating technology that can be shaped to each OEM brand and driver experience, accelerating the transition to a safer, more intelligent future of mobility.How we work ð»- Locations & Flexible Working:Our main hubs are in London, Sunnyvale, Yokohama, Herzliya, Vancouver and Leonberg. We operate a hybrid working model that combines in-person collaboration in our dedicated office spaces with focused time working remotely. This gives our teams the connection and energy of working together, alongside the flexibility to do their best work in a way that fits their lives.ð The Interview Process:Our process is clear and respectful of your time:Initial call / recruiter screen (30 mins)Competency Interviews (2 hours total)Deep-dive technical interviews (3 hours total)Final interview: mission & values alignment (1 hour)We’ll always explain the format and work around your availability.What’s in it for you (Location dependant):ð Salaries benchmarked against the market annuallyð Meaningful equity, sharing in the ownership and long term success of Wayveð Learning and development budgets with support for training, conferences and growthðº Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, dental, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, retirement or pension where applicable, access to therapists, wellbeing partnerships, team socials and moreA quick, honest note before you apply.Wayve is not a mature, fully-structured place with the playbook already written. Much of how we work is still being written, and if you join, you’ll help write it. That suits people who want real ownership more than people who need a settled structure from day one.If that sounds like the kind of problem you want to spend your time on, we’d really like to hear from you.At Wayve we're committed to creating a diverse, fair and respectful culture that is inclusive of everyone based on their unique skills and perspectives, and regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis as protected by applicable law.For more information visit Careers at Wayve. To learn more about what drives us, visit Values at WayveDISCLAIMER: We will not ask about marriage or pregnancy, care responsibilities or disabilities in any of our job adverts or interviews. However, we do look to capture information about care responsibilities, and disabilities among other diversity information as part of an optional DEI Monitoring form to help us identify areas of improvement in our hiring process and ensure that the process is inclusive and non-discriminatory.