Air and Sound Tester in Manchester)

Penguin Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental consultancy in Manchester is seeking an experienced Air Tightness & Acoustic Tester to conduct essential testing on various properties. The candidate should hold ATTMA Level 2 and ANC certifications with strong numerical skills. This role offers a competitive salary, ongoing training, and the chance to work on diverse projects across the UK.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing training

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Certification in ATTMA Level 2 for testing on domestic and non-domestic buildings.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail required.
• Experience with testing equipment and analysis of results.

Responsibilities

• Conduct air tightness and sound insulation testing on varied projects.
• Prepare detailed reports with recommendations for clients.
• Collaborate with site teams and manage own workload efficiently.

Skills

ATTMA Level 2 certification

ANC Sound Testing certification

Strong numerical skills

Full, clean UK driving licence

Proactive and organised

Education

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.