Group Head of Fleet

Who Are We:

Cardo Group is a trusted provider of building maintenance, refurbishment, and retrofit services for social housing and public sector buildings across the UK. With nationwide coverage and skilled local teams, we deliver a reliable end-to-end service that ensures homes and public spaces are safe, sustainable, and well-maintained.

We specialise in responsive repairs and voids, planned maintenance, energy-efficiency upgrades, compliance works, and major improvement programmes. Our approach combines quality workmanship, strong resident communication, and efficient project delivery to achieve the best outcomes for customers and communities.

Driven by ambitious growth plans, we continue to expand our capabilities and adapt to the evolving needs of our clients. Our reputation is built on consistent service delivery, trusted partnerships, and a commitment to doing things the right way. As we grow, so do the opportunities – for our people, our clients, and the communities we support.

Cardo Group is becoming one of the UK’s most forward-thinking maintenance and retrofit providers. Do you want to be part of something great?

Role Purpose

We are looking for an experienced Group Head of Fleet to lead the strategy and performance of our growing fleet of approximately 1,200 cars and vans.

This is an opportunity to shape and build a scalable Group fleet model that can support Cardo’s continued growth. You will set the strategic direction, strengthen governance and compliance, improve driver behaviour and ensure the fleet provides a safe, reliable and cost-effective service to our businesses.

Working closely with senior operational and functional leaders, you will balance consistent Group standards with the practical needs of our local teams. You will also play a key role in integrating acquired fleets and ensuring our systems, suppliers, controls and team capability remain fit for the future.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver a clear Group fleet strategy aligned with Cardo’s growth plans and operational requirements
• Build a scalable operating model with clear Group standards, local accountability and effective service delivery
• Lead fleet governance, compliance and assurance, ensuring risks are identified and addressed promptly
• Own the Group approach to driver behaviour and occupational road risk, using data and targeted interventions to improve performance
• Ensure the fleet is safe, reliable, fit for purpose and available to support operational delivery
• Provide strong oversight of fleet cost, supplier performance, vehicle utilisation and lifecycle planning
• Improve fleet systems, management information and performance reporting to support better decisions
• Lead fleet due diligence and integration activity as new businesses join the Group
• Develop the fleet team and create the capability, resilience and succession needed for future growth
• Develop a practical and commercially sustainable approach to electric and lower-emission vehicles

What We’re Looking For:

• Senior fleet leadership experience across a large, geographically dispersed car and van fleet
• A strong track record of building or improving fleet strategy, governance and operating models
• Strong knowledge of fleet compliance, driver risk and the use of telematics or performance data to improve behaviour
• Commercial confidence, including budget oversight, supplier management and whole-life cost control
• The ability to influence senior leaders and build effective relationships with operational teams
• A strategic but practical leadership style, with the ability to turn plans into measurable improvements
• Experience of supporting business growth, acquisitions or the integration of different fleet arrangements
• Experience in construction, housing maintenance, infrastructure, utilities or another operationally intensive environment would be advantageous

We Will Provide:

• Excellent development and progression opportunities
• Competitive Salary
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Range of Salary Sacrifice Schemes [holiday purchase, EV schemes, AVC Pension contributions]
• Life Assurance cover
• Wellbeing Resources and Counselling services
• Retail & Lifestyle Discount Platform
• Enhanced Family Leave Provisions
• Recognition initiatives and awards
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Private Medical Insurance

Please note all our roles are subject to Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

Why Join Cardo Group?

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Diverse perspectives strengthen our business, drive innovation, and help us better serve the communities we work with.

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is rooted in our core values:

• Teamwork – We collaborate, support one another, and achieve more together.
• Integrity – We act with honesty, fairness, and transparency in everything we do.
• Excellence – We set high standards and deliver quality for our people and our customers.
• Respect – We value every individual and create a space where all voices are heard.

We ensure fair opportunities, embrace diverse backgrounds and experiences, and foster a culture where everyone truly belongs. Join us on our ambitious, exciting, and inclusive journey.