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Office Waste Management

Q: What types of waste does First Mile collect from offices?

We collect paper , cardboard , general waste, coffee cups, food waste, electronics, batteries, and confidential documents for secure shredding.

Office Waste Management that works around you

At First Mile, we make Office Waste Management easy, efficient and fully compliant. Whether you’re running a busy headquarters or a small shared space, we take care of your office waste with minimal disruption and maximum sustainability.

Our services cover every waste stream – from paper recycling for offices to coffee cups, e-waste and GDPR shredding services. With flexible collections, a zero-to-landfill promise and full waste reporting, we help offices across the UK cut costs, stay compliant and hit their environmental targets.

Confidential waste & shredding for offices

Protect your sensitive information with our GDPR shredding services.

Scheduled or one-off collections to suit your needs
Documents are shredded securely and recycled responsibly
Certificates of destruction provided for full compliance
Ideal for HR records, client files, financial and legal paperwork

We also offer confidential data destruction for digital files and storage devices.

Flexible, reliable collections that fit your schedule

We understand the pace of office life. That’s why we offer waste solutions for facilities managers that work around your business hours.

Early morning, evening and weekend pick-ups
Daily, weekly or fortnightly collections
No disruption to your team’s routine
Bins, bags and internal signage provided

Wherever your office is based in the UK, we’ve got you covered.

Improve your office recycling rates

Recycling in an office isn’t always straightforward. We help remove the guesswork with clear signage, staff training and ongoing support.

Clean Recycling

Reduce contamination and boost recycling participation

Sustainable Disposal

Zero-to-landfill promise

Expert Support

Tailored guidance from our expert team

Progress Reporting

Track progress with regular waste reports

Trusted by offices of all sizes across the UK

From start-ups in shared spaces to global HQs, we deliver reliable waste disposal for offices up and down the country. Join thousands of businesses already benefitting from a simpler, greener approach.

Track your waste impact with real-time reporting

Stay on top of your progress with our intuitive waste-tracking tools:

Real-time dashboards and waste data
CO2 savings and carbon footprint tracking
Recycling breakdowns by material
Perfect for ESG reporting and stakeholder updates

Bins & containers for office waste

We supply all the bins and bags you need to get recycling right from the start:

Mixed recycling bins and paper bins
Secure consoles for confidential shredding
Coffee cup bins and battery tubes

Office waste management FAQs

What types of waste does First Mile collect from offices?

We collect paper, cardboard, general waste, coffee cups, food waste, electronics, batteries, and confidential documents for secure shredding.

Can First Mile provide bins and containers for office waste?

Yes – we supply all the containers and bags you need for efficient recycling for office buildings, including secure shredding consoles and battery tubes.

Is office waste collection compliant with UK recycling laws?

Yes. Our services meet the requirements of the UK’s Simpler Recycling Reforms, as well as GDPR standards for data destruction.

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