Nick was nominated by M.D. John Pitts and all his colleagues and received his award at the National Association for Organics Recycling at a gala dinner held in Birmingham. “This award reflects Nick’s dedication to running a first class recycling operation" says John "To be awarded ‘Site Manager of the Year” at the Industry awards covering the whole of Britain is a massive achievement! We are very proud of him!”

The Judges stated that Nick has shown an exceptional commitment to his work and in the wider objectives behind composting. This included implementing many different strategies to minimise disturbance in the local community, the hosting of public open days to encourage understanding of recycling and composting generally and a strong focus on Health and Safety issues on site .

An independent report on the site’s management was commissioned by the Environment Agency which was a first class endorsement of Nick’s management and his site is host site for industry tours as an example of best practice.