Leeds
Environment
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
06/08/2025
27/08/2025
Senior / Principal Acoustic Consultant - Renewables Projects
Location: Leeds
Full-Time | Hybrid (Primarily office-based in Leeds)
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
Penguin Recruitment is proud to be working with a leading independent environmental consultancy to recruit a Senior or Principal Acoustic Consultant for their growing renewables team in Leeds.
The Role
Based in Leeds, you'll take a key role in delivering environmental acoustic assessments for renewable energy projects - including wind, solar, and battery storage developments.
You will:
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Lead or support acoustic modelling and reporting for EIA and DCO applications
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Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on planning strategies
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Engage with clients, regulators, and stakeholders
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Contribute to tool development and team mentoring
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Deliver high-quality outputs that support planning success
About You
We're looking for a motivated consultant with:
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Experience in environmental acoustics (renewables preferred)
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Strong technical, modelling, and reporting skills
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Knowledge of UK noise regulations and planning systems
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Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
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A proactive mindset and the ability to manage projects independently
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A full UK driving licence (preferred)
Chartered status or a postgraduate qualification is desirable but not essential.
What's On Offer
You'll join a respected, forward-thinking consultancy offering:
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A competitive salary and benefits package
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Flexible working and wellbeing support
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Enhanced pension, private medical, life assurance
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CPD, training, and clear progression opportunities
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A welcoming, purpose-driven team based in Leeds
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career while contributing to vital renewable energy work - all from the heart of Leeds.
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