Graduate Acoustic Consultant

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist acoustic consultancy in Leicestershire is seeking a motivated Graduate Acoustic Consultant to support noise assessments and testing. The role offers a competitive salary of GBP25,000 - GBP30,000 annually, with career development through mentorship. Ideal candidates have a degree in a relevant discipline and strong communication skills. The position includes opportunities for hybrid work and healthcare reimbursement.

Benefits

Hybrid work options

Healthcare reimbursement packages

Fully-paid professional memberships

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence to commute to various sites.
• Strong skills in numerical analysis and data interpretation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ideally specialist acoustic software.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to noise and vibration impact assessments.
• Perform sound insulation testing.
• Prepare professional technical reports.
• Support environmental surveys across project sites.

Skills

Numerical analysis

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, or Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Specialist acoustic software

Job description

Graduate Acoustic Consultant

Overview

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Acoustic Consultant to join our growing team in Leicestershire. This is a fantastic opportunity to launch your career in the specialist field of acoustics while benefiting from comprehensive guidance and mentorship.

Our organisation's Leicestershire office provides a collaborative environment, and this role offers a starting salary of GBP25,000 - GBP30,000 per annum, depending on experience. You'll gain hands-on experience, work on diverse projects across various locations, and be part of a dynamic team that values growth and innovation.

If you are energized by the idea of working on impactful projects and are ready to embrace a challenging and rewarding career, this Graduate Acoustic Consultant role in Leicestershire is the opportunity you've been waiting for!

Responsibilities

As a Graduate Acoustic Consultant, you will:

* Contribute to noise and vibration impact assessments, guided by senior consultants.
* Perform sound insulation testing to meet professional and regulatory standards.
* Conduct computational noise modeling for environmental and architectural acoustics.
* Prepare professional, industry-standard technical written reports.
* Support and participate in environmental surveys across various project sites (primarily Leicestershire and surrounding areas).
* Engage directly with clients to understand requirements and provide tailored solutions.
* Travel across Leicestershire and other locations in the UK for on-site work, with occasional overnight trips, for which compensation is provided.
* Aid in the development of noise management plans, considering both technical and practical solutions.
* Foster relationships within the Leicestershire client base while spearheading innovative acoustics methodologies.

Qualifications

To succeed in the role of Graduate Acoustic Consultant, you will need:

* A degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, Environmental Science, or a closely related discipline.
* A full UK driving licence, enabling you to commute to various sites within Leicestershire and beyond.
* Strong skills in numerical analysis and data interpretation.
* Proficiency in IT tools, such as Microsoft Office and (ideally) specialist acoustic software.
* Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal, to liaise effectively with clients and teammates.

Day-to-Day

Your typical day as a Graduate Acoustic Consultant in Leicestershire may include:

* Conducting on-site noise and vibration monitoring exercises, following staff supervision.
* Analyzing real-world datasets from computational noise models.
* Writing technical reports fit for submission to government and public stakeholders.
* Participating in collaborative team meetings at our Leicestershire headquarters.
* Attending client meetings, offering actionable advice and updates.

Salary and Benefits

As a Graduate Acoustic Consultant, you will receive:

* Competitive starting salary ranging between GBP25,000 - GBP30,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
* Career development opportunities through professional mentoring.
* Access to diverse roles with pathways to promotion.

Additional perks include:

* Hybrid work options (office/home flexibility from our Leicestershire base).
* Healthcare reimbursement packages.
* Fully-paid professional memberships for industry-standard bodies.

Why Join Us?

Situated in the heart of Leicestershire, we pride ourselves in fostering a supportive work culture. Your journey as a Graduate Acoustic Consultant will be defined by exciting projects, whether on-site or desk-based. If you're passionate about making technical advancements and reducing environmental noise issues, Leicestershire is the perfect starting place for a fulfilling career.