Acoustic Consultant / Junior Acoustician

Precision People; Essex; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading acoustic consultancy in the UK is seeking an Acoustic Consultant / Junior Acoustician. Responsibilities include conducting on-site surveys, preparing technical reports, and liaising with design teams. Candidates should have a degree in Acoustics or a related field, a valid UK driving license, and a willingness to travel. The role offers an annual salary of £25,000 to £30,000 with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Full training and career development

Supportive working environment

Exposure to high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work irregular hours if needed.
• Based within commuting distance to Colchester or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site sound and vibration surveys.
• Prepare technical reports and acoustic calculations.
• Support planning and design-stage assessments.

Skills

Technical understanding of acoustics

Driving licence

Willingness to travel

Education

BSc or MSc in Acoustics or related field

Job description

Overview

Acoustic consultant / Junior Acoustician – Colchester
Days Shifts
£25,000-£30,000 (DOE)

My client is a specialist acoustic consultancy working across the UK and internationally, delivering high-quality building and environmental acoustics services on major commercial, residential, education, and government projects. Recent work includes developments such as LSE Bankside, Raffles London, and large-scale MOD and MOJ sites – specialising in handling complex, high-profile, and technically demanding acoustic design projects.

The Role

Acoustic consultant / Junior Acoustician

• Conducting on-site sound and vibration surveys
• Preparing technical reports and acoustic calculations
• Supporting planning and design-stage assessments
• Liaising with architects, contractors, and design teams
• Working across a broad range of building types from schools and hotels to large residential and commercial developments

Minimum Skills / Experience Required

• BSc or MSc in Acoustics or related field (preferably from Salford, ISVR Southampton, or Heriot-Watt – THIS IS NOT ESSENTIAL)
• Strong technical and scientific understanding of acoustics (not just audio engineering or sound production)
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel nationwide and occasionally work irregular hours for time-dependent measurements
• Based within commuting distance to Colchester or willing to relocate

Desirable

• Up to 1 year's experience in an acoustic consultancy
• Experience conducting on-site measurements or writing technical reports
• Familiarity with relevant standards and guidance (e.g. BS 8233, BB93, ProPG, etc.)

The Package

• £25,000 - £30,000 depending on experience
• Full training and career development from experienced senior consultants
• Exposure to major, high-profile UK and international projects
• Clear progression path opportunity to become self-sufficient within 3-5 years
• Supportive, close-knit working environment

About Precision People

Precision People is a leading recruitment agency that specializes in sourcing top talent for Engineering, Technical, Sales and Senior Management roles across a wide range of industries. With a focus on precision and quality, their team of expert recruiters works tirelessly to match the best candidates with the right employers, ensuring that both parties benefit from a successful partnership.

Precision People has the expertise and resources to help you find the perfect role. With a deep understanding of the industry and a commitment to excellence, they have built a reputation for delivering exceptional results and exceeding their candidates expectations.

Interested?

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