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 £25,000 - £30,000 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 £25,000 - £30,000 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.
