Air and Sound Tester

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental consultancy in Manchester is seeking a certified Air Tightness & Acoustic Tester. This role involves conducting tests across the UK, producing detailed reports, and working closely with clients. Candidates should have the ATTMA Level 2 and ANC certifications, alongside strong numerical skills. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and professional development

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Certification in air tightness testing is mandatory.
• Certification in sound testing is required.
• Strong numerical skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct air tightness testing on buildings.
• Perform sound insulation testing as per guidelines.
• Prepare detailed reports with recommendations.

Skills

Numerical skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive communication

Education

ATTMA Level 2 certification

ANC Sound Testing certification

GCSE / A-Level Maths

Job description

Air Tightness & Acoustic Tester – Manchester

Join Our Expanding Environmental Team in Manchester

We’re seeking a certified Air Tightness & Acoustic Tester to join our growing team based in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects in Manchester and across the UK, helping improve building performance and sustainability through high-quality testing and reporting.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct air tightness testing on domestic and non-domestic buildings across Chester and surrounding areas, in line with ATTMA standards.
• Perform sound insulation testing following ANC guidelines and Building Regulations.
• Prepare detailed, accurate reports with clear, practical recommendations.
• Work closely with clients, contractors, and site teams in Chester and beyond.
• Travel to project sites nationwide, representing the company with professionalism and technical expertise.

What We’re Looking For

• ATTMA Level 2 certification (Domestic & Non-Domestic).
• ANC Sound Testing certification.
• Strong numerical skills (GCSE / A-Level Maths).
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Proactive, organised, and a confident communicator with strong attention to detail.

Your Day-to-Day

• Visiting client sites in Manchester and further afield to complete air tightness and acoustic tests.
• Setting up, operating, and maintaining testing equipment.
• Analysing results and producing professional reports.
• Collaborating with site teams to solve challenges and deliver compliant solutions.
• Managing your own workload and ensuring deadlines are met.

What’s in It for You

• Competitive salary with clear career progression opportunities.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Company vehicle or travel allowance.
• Supportive, friendly team environment.
• The chance to work on a diverse portfolio of projects in Manchester and across the UK.

If you’re detail-driven, technically skilled, and excited to build your career in Manchester with a leading environmental consultancy, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Abi King at Penguin Recruitment for more details.