Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Waste Management Training & Consultancy in Wimborne
Worldwide Waste Wise delivers specialist training and consultancy in waste, resource management, and health & safety. Established in 1996 as the South West Regional Assessment Centre, we transitioned to our current identity while retaining our commitment to practical, accessible solutions. Our team of Chartered Waste Managers and industry experts brings over 300 years of combined experience, offering accredited qualifications through CIWM/WAMITAB, City & Guilds, and IOSH. We prioritise flexible, candidate-led learning, delivering assessments and training at client sites or our Merley House facility in Wimborne.Our services include permit applications, waste audits, compliance training, and bespoke environmental management systems tailored to client needs. We maintain transparent pricing and ethical practices, providing free initial advice sessions to address operational challenges. Our approach combines technical competence with real-world application, evidenced by our 2019 CIWM/WAMITAB Centre Award for Commitment to Excellence. Clients benefit from our network of associates covering the UK, ensuring nationwide support for waste management and health & safety requirements.
Services
CIWM Qualifications
Environmental Legislation Training
Waste Audits
Permit Applications
Health & Safety Courses
Continuing Competence Assessments
Waste Smart Accreditation
IOSH Managing Safely
TCM Cover Services
Bespoke Training Programs
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 300+ years of combined experience in waste management and health & safety.
- We deliver the only CIWM/WAMITAB accredited Continuing Competence course in the UK.
- Our candidate-led approach allows flexible training at client sites or our Wimborne facility.
- We are Chartered members of CIWM and approved trainers for multiple awarding bodies.
- Our transparent pricing includes free initial advice sessions for operational challenges.
Associations and certifications
- CIWM
- WAMITAB
- City & Guilds
- NOCN
- IOSH
What people say
Exceptional guidance and knowledge
Approachable and helpful trainers
Enjoyable and effective courses
Confidence-building qualifications
Positive client rapport
Services
CIWM Qualifications
We deliver CIWM/WAMITAB-accredited qualifications from Level 1 to 4 in waste and resource management. Our assessments include pre-evaluation planning, flexible evidence gathering, and ongoing assessor support. Candidates benefit from our candidate-led approach, allowing self-paced progression with remote mentoring options.
Environmental Legislation Training
Our one-day Environmental Legislation course provides essential knowledge for managing waste facilities. Designed for statutory compliance, it covers regulatory frameworks, permitting requirements, and practical application. The course includes comprehensive materials and prepares candidates for technical competence assessments.
Continuing Competence Assessments
We offer Continuing Competence assessments aligned with CIWM/WAMITAB standards. Our process includes registration, knowledge evaluations, and evidence-based verification. The program ensures technical managers maintain regulatory compliance through updated industry-specific competencies and practical assessments.
Waste Audits
Our waste audits evaluate operational compliance, identify improvement areas, and ensure regulatory adherence. Services include healthcare waste assessments, packaging/WEEE compliance reviews, and landfill monitoring. We provide actionable recommendations tailored to specific facility requirements and industry standards.
IOSH Managing Safely
This four-day course equips managers with health & safety leadership skills. Covering risk assessment, incident investigation, and compliance, it combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. The program includes refresher options and aligns with IOSH standards for managerial accountability.
People
Judith Ward
Director/Trainer/Assessor
Chartered Waste Manager with 30+ years' experience in environmental sectors. Specialises in CIWM/WAMITAB assessments and IOSH courses. Holds ecological expertise and manages Waste Wise's strategic direction while delivering practical training solutions.
Adrian Gunner
Managing Director
Waste management professional with expertise in collection systems, recycling, and permit applications. Started career at Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea. Combines operational experience with strategic leadership for client solutions.
Peter Thomas
Peripatetic Trainer/Assessor
Chartered Waste Manager with 30 years' industry experience. Former director at Hemmings Waste Management. Specialises in environmental compliance, health & safety, and SME business advice across diverse waste facilities.
Tessa Bowering
Peripatetic Trainer/Assessor
Chartered Waste Manager and Environmentalist with 30 years' Environment Agency experience. Focuses on compliance audits, operator competence assessments, and practical training delivery for varied waste management operations.
Jessica Ball
Peripatetic Trainer/Assessor
Chartered Chemist and Waste Manager with 27 years' hazardous waste expertise. Specialises in legislative compliance, bespoke training programs, and TCM cover for diverse facility types including clinical waste operations.
Questions
What waste management qualifications do you offer?
We provide CIWM/WAMITAB-accredited qualifications from Level 1 to 4, including Continuing Competence assessments and Waste Smart courses.
Can you deliver training at our facility?
Yes, our flexible approach allows training at client sites or our Merley House facility in Wimborne, tailored to your operational requirements.
Do you offer health & safety courses?
We deliver IOSH-approved courses including Working Safely, Managing Safely, and Safety for Supervisors to meet workplace compliance needs.
How do assessments work?
Our process includes registration, pre-assessment planning, flexible evidence gathering, and remote support. Assessments use observations, documentation, and virtual meetings to verify competence.
Are your consultants Chartered professionals?
All senior team members are Chartered Waste Managers with CIWM, holding additional accreditations from IOSH, City & Guilds, and NOCN.
Do you provide nationwide services?
While based in Dorset, our associate network enables nationwide coverage for assessments, audits, and training across the UK.
Reviews (1)
Stephen Corney
Apr 17, 2020
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Give great knowledge and support for local businesses needing health & safety advice or training.
