Business Details
30 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Nationwide Waste Management Solutions
Select A Skip UK Ltd has been a trusted leader in nationwide waste management solutions since 1996. With over 28 years of industry expertise, we specialise in skip hire, hazardous waste disposal, site equipment provision, and advanced waste reporting through our proprietary Wastebox system. Our ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 accreditations underscore our commitment to quality and environmental standards. Operating from Shrewsbury, we coordinate a network of 1,100+ licensed service providers to deliver responsive, nationwide coverage.Our investment in personnel, IT systems, and compliance ensures clients receive cost-effective, legally secure waste management services tailored to their operational needs. We prioritise community engagement while maintaining rigorous adherence to regulatory frameworks, including Environment Agency requirements. Our team's extensive experience in waste classification, collection, and recycling supports businesses across the UK in achieving both environmental and commercial objectives.
Services
Skip Hire
Waste Management
Hazardous Waste Disposal
Waste Reporting
Site Equipment Hire
Soils & Aggregates Delivery
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- 28+ years of specialist waste management experience
- Network of 1,100+ licensed service providers nationwide
- ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified operations
- 24/7 service availability with advanced notice
- Proprietary Wastebox system for transparent reporting
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
What people say
Nationwide coverage
Regulatory compliance
Responsive service
ISO-certified
24/7 availability
Services
Skip Hire
Nationwide provision of chain lift skips (2-18 cubic yards) and roll-on-roll-off containers (20-40 cubic yards) for construction, commercial, and domestic waste. Our network ensures responsive delivery and collection across the UK, with options for on-road permits and specialist access requirements. Services include wait-and-load arrangements and temporary storage solutions.
Hazardous Waste Disposal
Compliant management of asbestos, contaminated soils, WEEE, clinical waste, and other hazardous materials. We arrange licensed collection, transportation, and disposal at certified facilities, providing full documentation and duty-of-care compliance. Our team ensures proper classification under EWC codes and offers cost-effective solutions for regulatory adherence.
Waste Reporting
Real-time waste management portal (Wastebox) offering site movement tracking, waste composition analysis, and recycling performance metrics. Cross-referencing multiple data sources provides accurate environmental reporting, including 100% recycling verification for specific waste streams like brick rubble.
Site Equipment Hire
Comprehensive hire of welfare units, portable toilets, storage containers, perimeter fencing, and office/canteen units. Designed to support construction sites and events with essential infrastructure, available for short-term or long-term projects across the UK.
Soils & Aggregates Delivery
Direct delivery of MOT stone, sand, gravel, and limestone to construction sites. Available in bulk or small quantities, supporting civil engineering projects, landscaping, and infrastructure development with competitively priced materials.
People
James Keay
Managing Director
Founded Select A Skip UK in 1996 from his bedroom with a single computer. Under his leadership, the company has grown to employ 40+ staff and coordinate 1,100+ service providers while maintaining ISO certifications and industry-leading service standards.
Questions
What sizes of skips do you offer?
We provide chain lift skips from 2yd to 18yd and roll-on-roll-off containers up to 40yd, with options for enclosed, lockable units.
Can I place a skip on public roads?
Yes, we can arrange highway permits for skips on public roads. Customers must ensure proper lighting and coning as required by local authorities.
How do you handle hazardous waste?
We arrange licensed collection, transportation, and disposal at certified facilities, providing full documentation and compliance with Environment Agency regulations.
What areas do you cover?
We offer nationwide coverage across the UK through our network of 1,100+ licensed service providers.
Do you provide waste recycling reports?
Yes, our Wastebox portal provides detailed recycling metrics, cross-referencing waste streams for accurate environmental performance tracking.
Are you ISO certified?
Yes, we maintain both ISO 9001 (quality) and ISO 14001 (environmental) certifications for our operations.
