CIWM Fellowship is the organisation’s highest level of membership and recognises professionals who have made a significant contribution to the resources and waste sector through their leadership, expertise and commitment to the profession.
To be eligible, applicants must either have been Chartered members of CIWM for at least seven years or have over 11 years’ experience in the sector, including five at a senior level.
Sarah Poulter, Chief Executive Officer at CIWM, commented: “We’re delighted to welcome Gareth and Nik as Fellows of CIWM. Fellowship recognises not only professional achievement and leadership, but also a commitment to sharing knowledge and giving something back to the sector.
“Both have made significant contributions to resources and waste management through their professional work and wider involvement in the industry, and their Fellowship is thoroughly deserved.”
Gareth Rollings
Rollings is Head of Waste at West Sussex County Council, Chair of LARAC and a board member of Recoup.
He became a Chartered Waste Manager in 2017 and joined LARAC in 2020, becoming its Chair in January 2026.
Commenting on the announcement on LinkedIn, Rollings said: “Almost 21 years ago, I joined the waste industry by luck, having left school with no qualifications.
“Becoming a Chartered Waste Manager in 2017 was a big deal for me. Joining LARAC in 2020 and taking over as Chair in January this year has also supported my growth as a manager.
“Now, becoming a Fellow of the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM) feels like another important step in my journey.
“I’m proud of how far I’ve come, especially when I think back to where I started.”
Rollings said he now looked forward to supporting and developing the next generation of waste and resources professionals, while working with CIWM to help shape the future of the profession.
Nik Hughes-Roberts
Hughes-Roberts, Resources and Waste Management Adviser at Recircle Consulting, works as an independent adviser on resource and waste management projects for local authorities and waste management companies.
He has previously worked at Eunomia and Suez Recycling and Recovery UK and is also Regional Committee Chair of the CIWM South West Centre.
Hughes-Roberts has been a Chartered Member of CIWM since 2011.
Announcing his Fellowship on LinkedIn, he described the recognition as a “significant milestone”.
Hughes Roberts said: “Its a real privilege to be recognised alongside Gareth Rollings FCIWM, and I’m proud to join the Fellowship.
“Thank you to the interview panel for a thoughtful and engaging conversation, to my sponsors for their support, and to Terry March MBE for his mentoring, challenge and encouragement throughout.
“If you’re a Chartered Member thinking about Fellowship, I’d encourage you to explore it.”
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