Commercial & Industrial Waste Management

Throughout our 2 decades of commercial waste management in Melbourne and Geelong, the rulebook has been revised on waste. Commercial waste handling, storage, and disposal practices, what and how to recycle & dispose, and what is considered waste are constantly evolving.

Constant regulatory changes and prescriptions from government bodies add unnecessary work to your pile as you strive to operate your business. Outsourcing your site’s industrial waste management and planning to a specialised and experienced team is a no-brainer.

This is where QEST Infrastructure steps in.

We’ve been a leader in commercial waste disposal services for over 21 years. We have grown our services to take care of your needs, from the planning stage through to mitigation, removal, disposal, and remediation.

Our team are highly experienced and equipped with state-of-the-art tools. This enables us to not only meet but exceed your business’s expectations. QEST ensures we are always meeting local, state, and federal regulations.

Interested in working together? Check out our FAQs below to find which of our services match your needs. Get a better understanding of how QEST can take care of your commercial waste management.

If you can’t find the answer to any questions you have, please email or call us on 1300 308 172 to chat with one of our friendly team members.

What is commercial and industrial waste management?

Waste generated that needs commercial waste disposal services as a by-product of industrial activities carries a legislated duty to manage responsibly. Regulatory bodies such as the EPA and local government create standards that must be adhered to by commercial waste disposal services to reduce environmental impact and recapture valuable resources.

Operating within these guidelines and responsibilities requires certified employees and specialised equipment. Whether your business needs waste reduction protocols, recycling services, or transport and disposal; QEST brings the skills, experience, technology, equipment, and hardware needed for commercial waste management in Melbourne, Victoria & South Australia.

What types of waste are considered industrial waste and how to classify it?

Industrial waste is the broadest category of waste, covering most solid waste produced by households and businesses. From food scraps to building materials – the key factor is the scale of production and classification of the waste. As a certified and responsible industrial waste management service provider, we retain experienced staff who can identify and sort waste down into the three legislated categories, being industrial waste, priority waste, and reportable priority waste. We further classify waste under EPA regulations with waste codes as required and document the recycling and disposal process from start to finish for reportable priority waste.

Why is waste recycling important for businesses?

Waste recycling may not initially seem like a key concern when budgeting a project or a business, but it comes with many benefits that make it financially and environmentally the most viable option. Much industrial waste is comprised of recoverable resources, which can be processed into viable materials cheaper than manufacturing them new. Reducing the demand for new resources reduces your costs also, resulting in cheaper material costs for business in both streams.

You will also find that using QEST as your environmentally responsible partner for your commercial recycling services in Melbourne and Geelong will improve your company’s ‘green’ image. This is an important consideration for potential investors and stakeholders in an increasingly eco-orientated world.

What are the regulations for commercial and industrial waste management in Melbourne?

Commercial waste management is strictly regulated in Melbourne, with thorough guidelines issued via the EPA Environment Protection Regulations that must be adhered to. The EPA as a regulatory body issues notices, warnings, and fines as required to keep individuals and businesses in check for mishandling of waste, with penalty amounts varying greatly based on the environmental and human risk factors.

Choosing QEST as your experienced and competent commercial waste management service is key to ensuring your waste is correctly processed and reducing risks to safety that come with mismanaged rubbish.

What services are available at QEST for commercial waste management in Melbourne and Geelong?

QEST Infrastructure offers a comprehensive industrial waste management system, tailoring our services to your business’s needs. The waste produced by every site is different and requires independent review and handling. Our commercial recycling services offered in Melbourne and Geelong achieve this according to a structured plan that covers all bases.

We first review the business’s waste output and content to understand the volume and nature of the refuse. This information allows us to plan how to divide the waste, where to recapture resources, what needs to be treated and what must be safely disposed of. QEST will employ modern techniques and technology to separate your waste into processing groups for recycling. When we can’t recycle your waste, we will solve all waste disposal challenges concerning your location with the convenience of using a single supplier.

Can I get a custom waste management plan for my business?

You absolutely can. An irreplaceable part of QEST’s end-to-end industrial waste management framework is tailoring our services to the waste output of the business. One site in Geelong may require daily waste disposal, whereas another needs bi-weekly recycling services and on-site hazardous waste treatment. It is also important to choose the best location on-site for bins, pickups, and treatment zones.

We are experts in providing the most streamlined solution to your waste challenges, eliminating wasted time and resources on extraneous processes. We will provide a comprehensive plan to meet your business’s regulatory and reporting needs as per local council requirements.

How do I choose the right waste management company?

In your search for a solution to your commercial waste management problem, you must balance your time, money, and environmental responsibility all in adherence to regulations. It’s important to consider the service providers’ area of operation and scope of activity to be sure they can meet your specific needs and handle your waste according to a suitable timeframe.

QEST can help you maximise value as a comprehensive single service provider, limiting the inefficient complexity and overlap of responsibility that comes with contracting multiple suppliers. QEST also prioritises recycling and recapturing wherever possible, increasing your green footprint and reducing disposal costs. Our industrial recycling and waste management services have been operating in Melbourne and Geelong for over two decades, you can trust our expertise and logistical competence.

What are the benefits of professional waste management services?

Using a professional industrial waste management service will unlock many benefits for your company. Handling rubbish and waste treatment can be considerable time and resource-consuming without the specialisation that a professional waste management service provides. Wading through the regulations surrounding waste disposal, especially with hazardous and complex refuse, is done many times faster and cheaper by a skilled hand.

You will see an improvement in your site’s cleanliness under a thorough waste management plan, and it cannot be understated how much the environment will benefit. If you’re seeking a cost-efficient, environmentally friendly and simple solution to your waste dilemma, QEST brings all this and more.

How often should commercial waste be collected?

The frequency of commercial waste removal depends on several factors that should be carefully assessed to determine the optimal schedule. Factors include the type of business, volume of waste generated, local regulations, environmental considerations, and practical logistics. Generally, commercial waste should be collected frequently enough to prevent overflow, maintain hygiene standards, and comply with local laws.

QEST works closely with our partners to determine the correct frequency of collection and meet this timeline reliably. Ultimately, the goal is to strike a balance between cost-effectiveness, environmental impact, and the needs of the business.

How do you handle hazardous waste?

QEST takes all appropriate steps to ensure the safe handling of hazardous waste. By working with our partners to identify the types of waste that will be generated, we can plan our industrial waste management service around the specific needs of the business.

Hazardous waste will be identified and classified to be sorted and handled appropriately. It will be separated for storage and transportation to ensure safety and adherence to EPA regulations. As necessary during the process, treatment will be applied to neutralize, stabilize or detoxify the waste. Wherever viable we will recover and recycle even from hazardous waste, the less that goes to landfills or other forms of disposal the better.