Acoustic Logging Technician - South East Water

RPS Group; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK is seeking an Acoustic Logging Technician to join their team. This role involves working outdoors to locate water main fittings and take noise samples using specialized equipment. The ideal candidate enjoys outdoor work, has a valid UK driving license, and possesses good basic maths and English skills. The company offers training and a supportive environment for career development.

Benefits

Accredited training provider

Personal development plan

Transparent career pathway

Qualifications

• Enjoy working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Willing to work nights, weekends, and overtime if required.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Locate water main fittings & take noise samples.
• Use electronic leak detection equipment for noise measurement.

Skills

Enjoy working outdoors

Basic maths and English skills

Basic IT skills

Good hearing

Ability to work alone and in a team

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Acoustic Logging Technician - South East Water

RPS are seeking Acoustic Logging Technicians for our South East Water contract to take noise samples on the water network. We have opportunities available around Kent , Sussex and the South West .This is truly a great opportunity for an individual to develop their skills and experience with one of the UK’s leading Environmental Consultancies.

We’re RPS, our projects are all around you. We define,design,and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. And where you’ll be supported every step of the way. Here is where you come to build a career.

What you’ll be doing

You will be working outside to locate water main fittings & taking noise samples using electronic leak detection equipment (for which full training will be provided).

Who we’re looking for

• You will enjoy working outdoors, as most of your work is conducted outside (rain or shine)
• A good standard of basic maths and English
• Basic IT skills
• Willing to work nights, weekends and overtime as required
• Have good hearing
• Happy working alone and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence

What’s in it for you?

Here you’ll find true support and encouragement. We’re an accredited training provider and we support learning and development for everyone. A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go.

Weencourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas.Werespect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone.You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

What happens next

If we feel you are a good match, you will be invited to attend a competency-based interview.

If this opportunity suits your career journey, we’d love to hear from you. All applications will be considered.

Ready to apply? Please have your CV ready and continue with your application online.

Health and Safety

This role may involve

• Moving heavy items including manhole covers
• Working in all weather conditions (this could include night work also)

Our commitment to Diversityand Inclusion

Mindful that a truly inclusiveorganization must make appropriate use of talent on a global basis and withoutunnecessary barriers, we are committed to embedding diversity and inclusionprinciples in all People processes in order to be as diverse as the communitiesand clients we work with, thereby securing, developing, and retaining the bestavailable talent for the company’s future.

Our approach to Diversityand inclusion

Our people live our purpose,deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behavioursdefine who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that wedo. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a greatplace to do great work.

‘Stronger Together’ is one ofour five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace :

‘We are respectful,acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution ofeveryone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent.People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.’

Recruitment Agencies

We have a Preferred Supplier List oftrusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge anyspeculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not onthis list. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require anyfurther information.