Location
Norwich
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
28/01/2026
Closing date
18/02/2026
Position: Junior Acoustic Consultant
Location: Norwich
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 plus benefits
An established and growing acoustic consultancy is looking to recruit a Junior Acoustic Consultant for its Norwich office. This role is ideal for someone at the beginning of their career in acoustics who is eager to build practical experience within a supportive and well-respected team.
The successful candidate will work on a diverse range of projects throughout the East of England, covering environmental noise and building acoustics. Responsibilities will include noise monitoring, acoustic analysis, technical reporting and liaising directly with clients. The company is strongly committed to career development, providing structured training, clear advancement opportunities and full sponsorship for the IOA Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control.
What the role offers
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Salary between £28,000 and £35,000, depending on experience
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25+ days' annual leave plus bank holidays
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Pension scheme and private healthcare
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Full funding for the IOA Diploma and continued professional development
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Clear progression to Consultant and Senior Consultant levels
Key duties
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Carrying out environmental noise surveys and building acoustics testing
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Producing technical reports, including noise impact assessments
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Assisting with acoustic modelling and interpretation of data
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Liaising with clients, planners, contractors and local authorities
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Supporting senior consultants on larger and more complex schemes
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Contributing to proposals, tenders and business development activities
Skills and experience required
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Degree in Acoustics, Physics, Engineering, Environmental Science or a related subject
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Around 2-4 years' experience in environmental and/or building acoustics
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Familiarity with BS4142, BS8233 and relevant planning guidance
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Currently studying for, or willing to undertake, the IOA Diploma
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Full UK driving licence
For further details about this opportunity, or to discuss other roles within acoustics, please contact Abi King at Penguin Recruitment.
Penguin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.