Company: Gaia Talent
Location:
Posted: February 28th, 2026
Title: Acoustic Consultant
Job type: Permanent & Full-Time
Location: Galway or Dublin (hybrid)
About the Role:
An established and growing planning and environmental consultancy is seeking an Acoustic Consultant to join its expanding acoustics team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad range of projects across Ireland, including environmental noise monitoring, impact assessment, acoustic modelling and reporting. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality noise assessments and compliance reports, while gaining exposure to complex, multi-disciplinary projects across sectors, including renewable energy. Travel to sites nationwide will be required, including occasional evening and night-time surveys.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake environmental noise surveys across Ireland for compliance and impact assessment projects
Coordinate monitoring activities with site operators
Analyse monitoring data and extract relevant information
Prepare compliance reports and Noise Management Plans
Contribute to EIAR noise chapters, including predictive modelling and impact assessment
Prepare acoustic design statements (including use of ProPG where applicable)
Advise on building acoustic specifications
Manage projects from inception through to completion
Provide regular updates to the wider acoustics team
Ensure adherence to survey methodologies, reporting standards and impact assessment processes
About You:
Education
Third-level qualification in environmental science, environmental engineering, acoustics, or a related discipline
Experience
Minimum of two years' post-graduate experience in a similar role
Experience in environmental noise monitoring and reporting (essential)
Knowledge of building acoustics (advantageous)
Strong understanding of environmental noise guidance and criteria applied in Ireland
Experience using sound level meters
Skills & Attributes
Strong technical report writing skills
Excellent organisation and attention to detail
Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines
Strong communication skills
Genuine interest in developing within the field of acoustics
Full clean driving licence
What's on Offer:
Competitive financial compensation DOE (€40,000 - €45,000)
Hybrid & flexible working options
23 annual leave days
Life Assurance
Health Insurance
Pension Scheme
Maternity/paternity leave
Bike to work scheme
Ongoing professional development and career progression
Opportunity to contribute to impactful environmental and infrastructure projects nationwide
Inclusive and supportive workplace culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives