Graduate Acoustic Consultant - Chelmsford

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

Job summary

An environmental consultancy is seeking a Graduate Acoustician to join their team in Chelmsford. The role involves conducting environmental noise surveys, operating noise monitoring equipment, and supporting air quality monitoring efforts. Candidates must hold a degree in Acoustics or a related discipline, possess good IT and communication skills, and be detail-oriented. Experience in monitoring is a plus. This position offers a practical role for recent graduates eager to grow in the environmental sector.

Qualifications

• Degree in Acoustics or related field is essential.
• Experience in acoustics or environmental monitoring beneficial.
• Practical, proactive, and comfortable working outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental noise surveys.
• Setup and operate noise monitoring equipment.
• Support air quality monitoring activities.
• Perform basic acoustic calculations.
• Manage and quality-check field data.

Skills

Good IT literacy

Clear communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Degree (BSc/MSc) in Acoustics, Environmental Science or a related discipline

Tools

Noise modelling software

Environmental monitoring tools

Job description

A UK-based environmental and design consultancy is seeking a Graduate Acoustician to join its team in the Chelmsford area.

Essential requirements

• Degree (BSc/MSc) in Acoustics, Environmental Science or a related discipline
• Good IT literacy
• Clear communication skills
• Full UK driving licence

Role responsibilities

• Conducting environmental noise surveys across construction, industrial and infrastructure sites
• Setting up, maintaining and operating noise and vibration monitoring equipment
• Supporting air quality monitoring activities, including deployment and collection of diffusion tubes and particulate monitors
• Carrying out basic acoustic calculations and contributing to environmental impact work
• Collecting, managing and quality-checking field data
• Producing survey notes, logs and supporting material for reports
• Assisting senior consultants with project delivery and client requirements
• Supporting general project administration, including equipment management and calibration

Experience in acoustics or environmental monitoring is advantageous but not essential. Familiarity with noise modelling software or environmental monitoring tools is beneficial. The successful candidate will be practical, proactive and comfortable working outdoors. Strong attention to detail, good organisation skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are important.

For more information or to discuss similar graduate opportunities in the environmental sector, applicants are encouraged to send their CV and a member of the penguin recruitment team will be in touch.