Acoustic Logging Technician - South East Water

RPS; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK is seeking an Acoustic Logging Technician to take noise samples across various locations in the South East. This role requires outdoor work in all weather conditions and offers training for those looking to develop their skills. A full UK driving licence is essential, and applicants should be willing to work flexibly, including nights and weekends. Competitive career development opportunities are available.

Benefits

Personal development plan

Career pathways

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Locate water main fittings.
• Take noise samples using electronic leak detection equipment.

Skills

Prior experience

Basic maths

Basic IT skills

Good hearing

Teamwork

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Acoustic Logging Technician - South East Water

RPS is seeking Acoustic Logging Technicians for our South East Water contract to take noise samples on the water network. Opportunities available in Basingstoke, Kent and Sussex. This is a great opportunity for someone to develop skills and experience with one of the UK’s leading Environmental Consultancies.

About The Team

The RPS Asset, Surveying, and Inspection (AS&I) team provides industry leading services to the UK Water Industry. The team analyse complex data and provide pragmatic solutions, reducing water leakage and preventing flooding and pollution in local communities. The team assess, diagnose, and determine the most appropriate solution to reduce leakage and support regulatory targets, delivering a great service for clients.

About You

As a key member of the AS&I business, your role as Acoustic Logging Technician is critical to our priorities — to deliver great work for our clients by providing excellent customer service and executing complex operational tasks. This position provides an opportunity to progress with RPS.

You will need to work flexibly, including weekends, evenings and overtime if required. Be willing to travel to different locations. It is essential that you enjoy working outdoors, as you will mostly be outside in all weather.

Your Responsibilities

• Locating water main fittings
• Taking noise samples using electronic leak detection equipment
• Full training will be provided

Skills, Knowledge, And Experience

• Prior experience would be beneficial but not essential
• You will enjoy working outdoors, as most of your work is conducted outside (rain or shine)
• A good standard of basic maths and English
• Basic IT skills
• Willing to work nights, weekends and overtime as required
• Have good hearing
• Happy working alone and as part of a team

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence

Health And Safety

This role may involve:

• Moving heavy items including inspection chamber covers
• Working in all weather conditions (this could include night work also)
• You may be required to work in confined spaces and on highways
• Mandatory drugs and alcohol tests are undertaken for this role and a DBS check will be undertaken

What’s in it for you?

A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go. A career here is far from ordinary. Here you’re not a number; you are part of the solution.

Why RPS?

We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.

About RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

RPS, part of Tetra Tech since January 2023, is a global firm that defines, designs, and manages projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s 28,000-strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.

What happens next?

If we feel you are a good match, we will be in touch to arrange a competency interview. All applications will be considered. Ready to apply? Please have your CV ready and continue with your application online.