Our Story
Two decades of environmental expertise, built on a commitment to doing things properly.
About Merton Environmental
Merton Environmental was founded with a clear purpose: to provide industry with honest, expert environmental guidance that makes a real difference. Based in Ballarat, we have grown over two decades to become one of regional Victoria’s most trusted environmental consultancies, working with water authorities, manufacturers, recyclers, food producers and logistics operators across the state.
Our journey began with a simple belief: that environmental compliance should not be an obstacle to business, but a foundation for it. When waste is managed correctly, when processes are audited rigorously and when incidents are responded to professionally, businesses protect not only their licence to operate but their reputation and the communities around them.
Today, Merton Environmental holds EPA Accredited Consigner status — one of a select group of organisations authorised to manage prescribed industrial waste across Victoria. Our team of experienced consultants, project managers and technical specialists brings deep practical knowledge to every engagement, from routine compliance audits to complex emergency responses.
Our Approach
Three principles that underpin everything we do.
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Expertise
Our team holds qualifications across environmental science, engineering and project management. We stay current with regulatory changes, emerging best practices and new technologies so you don’t have to.
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Integrity
We tell our clients what they need to hear, not what they want to hear. Honest, straightforward advice that prioritises your long-term compliance and reputation over short-term convenience.
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Partnership
We invest in understanding your operations, your pressures and your goals. Our clients are long-term partners, not one-off transactions — many have worked with us for a decade or more.
Our Team
Experienced professionals committed to delivering outstanding environmental outcomes.
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Andrew Gowans
Principal
Founder and Principal of Merton Environmental, Andrew brings over 20 years of experience in hazardous waste management, environmental compliance and consulting across Victorian industry.
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Dugald Cunningham
Senior Consultant
A senior environmental consultant with specialist expertise in EPA compliance, waste audit methodology and environmental management systems across manufacturing and utilities sectors.
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Chris Janka
Senior Project Manager
Experienced project manager overseeing complex hazardous waste removal projects, incident response operations and large-scale compliance programs across multiple client sites.
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Brad Percival
Project Manager
Manages day-to-day project delivery across hazardous waste collection, treatment and transport services, ensuring safe handling and full regulatory compliance.
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L. Wylie
Project Manager
Coordinates environmental project delivery with a focus on client communication, scheduling and documentation — ensuring every project runs on time and to specification.
Our Credentials
Backed by accreditation, experience and a track record you can rely on.
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EPA Accredited Consigner
Authorised by the EPA Victoria to consign prescribed industrial waste — one of a select group with this accreditation in Victoria.
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Environmental Expertise
Over two decades of hands-on environmental consulting, auditing and waste management across Victoria’s most demanding industries.
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Multi-Industry Experience
Trusted by water authorities, manufacturers, recyclers, food producers, chemical companies and logistics operators across the state.
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Innovation & Design
Developers of the Wavetop Washer and custom-engineered environmental solutions — combining practical experience with innovative design.
Let’s Work Together
Whether you need compliance advice, waste management support or emergency response capability — we’re ready to help.