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:

• Lead or support acoustic modelling and reporting for EIA and DCO applications

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on planning strategies

• Engage with clients, regulators, and stakeholders

• Contribute to tool development and team mentoring

• Deliver high-quality outputs that support planning success

About You

We’re looking for a motivated consultant with:

• Experience in environmental acoustics (renewables preferred)

• Strong technical, modelling, and reporting skills

• Knowledge of UK noise regulations and planning systems

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

• A proactive mindset and the ability to manage projects independently

• 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:

• A competitive salary and benefits package

• Flexible working and wellbeing support

• Enhanced pension, private medical, life assurance

• CPD, training, and clear progression opportunities

• 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.

Apply Now

Ready to take the next step? Contact Penguin Recruitment today to apply or learn more.
Email: abi.king@penguinrecruitment.co.uk | Phone: 01792 362018

Penguin Recruitment is acting on behalf of our client in Leeds. All applications are handled in strict confidence.