Business Details
26 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Industrial Waste Management Services Leeds
Established in 2000, Oates Environmental has become a leading provider of industrial waste management solutions across Yorkshire and the North. Our expertise spans hazardous and non-hazardous waste treatment, recovery, and disposal, supported by cutting-edge facilities including Europe's largest Ultrafiltration Plant for liquid effluent recycling. We hold the highest COTC (WAMITAB) accreditations and operate under strict Environment Agency permits, ensuring full compliance with environmental and safety regulations. Our team of ADR-qualified drivers and on-site chemists delivers tailored services using a fleet of articulated and rigid vacuum tankers.We prioritise sustainability through waste hierarchy principles, achieving up to 100% recyclability for clients while reducing costs and carbon footprints. Backed by long-term partnerships with organisations like Leeds City Council and Black & Veatch, we combine technical expertise with responsive service, including emergency waste removal and out-of-hours support. Our Leeds-based facility provides laboratory testing, chemical analysis, and bespoke hazardous waste transfer solutions, maintaining industry-leading standards through ISO 14001 certification.
Services
Hazardous Waste Management
Ultrafiltration Treatment
Laboratory Analysis
Chemical Waste Disposal
Emergency Waste Removal
Waste Audits
Effluent Recycling
Contaminated Land Remediation
WEEE Recycling
ADR Transport Services
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- 25 years' experience in industrial waste management since 2000
- Europe's largest Ultrafiltration Plant for liquid effluent recycling
- ISO 14001-certified environmental management systems
- ADR-qualified drivers with compliant vacuum tanker fleet
- Proven track record with Leeds City Council and Black & Veatch
Associations and certifications
- ISO 14001:2015
- WAMITAB
- Environment Agency Permit (EPR/YP/3832WS/V005)
What people say
Professional and prompt service
High standard of work
Competitive pricing
Excellent emergency response
Accurate documentation
Services
Hazardous Waste Management
Comprehensive hazardous waste management covering collection, treatment, and disposal of chemical and clinical waste. Our Leeds facility uses advanced Ultrafiltration technology to recycle liquid effluents while maintaining full compliance with environmental regulations. Services include waste classification, decontamination, and site decommissioning for industrial clients across Yorkshire.
Ultrafiltration Treatment
Specialist liquid effluent treatment using Europe's largest Ultrafiltration Plant. This technology enables 100% recyclability of suitable waste streams while meeting strict environmental standards. Our system handles diverse liquid waste types from industrial and clinical sources, reducing disposal requirements and environmental impact through advanced filtration processes.
Emergency Waste Removal
24/7 emergency waste removal service for hazardous and non-hazardous materials. Our ADR-qualified team responds rapidly using vacuum tankers and trailers to handle urgent waste issues. This includes out-of-hours service for critical situations, ensuring safe and compliant waste management during unplanned incidents or regulatory breaches across Yorkshire and the North.
Laboratory Analysis
In-house laboratory services for waste characterisation and chemical analysis. Our facility provides accurate waste classification to determine appropriate treatment methods. This includes effluent composition analysis to optimise Ultrafiltration processes and ensure compliance with environmental permits, supporting effective waste hierarchy implementation for industrial clients.
ADR Transport Services
Specialist transport for hazardous and non-hazardous waste using ADR-compliant articulated and rigid vacuum tankers. Our fleet ensures safe, legal transportation from client sites to treatment facilities. Drivers hold current qualifications for dangerous goods transport, maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements for waste movement across Yorkshire and the North.
Questions
What types of waste do you handle?
We manage hazardous and non-hazardous industrial waste including liquid effluents, chemical waste, clinical waste, and WEEE through recycling, treatment, and disposal solutions.
Are you compliant with environmental regulations?
Yes, we operate under Environment Agency Permit EPR/YP/3832WS/V005 and maintain ISO 14001 certification for our environmental management systems.
Do you offer emergency waste services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency waste removal with out-of-hours service available for urgent requirements across Yorkshire and the North.
What areas do you cover?
We serve businesses throughout Yorkshire and the North of England from our Leeds-based treatment facility.
How do you ensure waste treatment effectiveness?
Our Ultrafiltration Plant recycles 100% of suitable liquid effluents while our laboratory provides chemical analysis to determine optimal treatment methods.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain ISO 14001 certification, WAMITAB COTC accreditation, and hold multiple Environment Agency permits for waste management operations.
