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Level 4 Acoustics Technician Apprenticeship ACOUSTICAL INVESTIGATION & RESEARCH ORGANISATION LTD

An exciting opportunity to step on the pathway to becoming an Acoustic Consultant at Acoustical Investigation & Research Organisation Ltd (AIRO) and to learn about the measurement and assessment of sound and vibration in buildings and the environment.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 01 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £16,500.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Total hours per week: 35 Occasional requirement to work outside normal hours on a time off in lieu basis

    Total hours per week: 35

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    05 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    30 May 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Higher
    Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000049094

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The successful candidate will develop knowledge and skills in core aspects of acoustics at AIRO including:

  • Environmental sound
  • Building acoustics
  • Laboratory and on-site testing
  • Calibration activity

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

The apprentice will undertake a 2 year Level 4 Acoustics Technician Apprenticeship on a one day a week day release basis at London South Bank University.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

AIRO provides competitive salaries and a supportive environment committed to the long term professional and educational development of staff. The successful completion of the Acoustics Technician Apprenticeship provides a Level 4 qualification opening doors to the next educational stages and a pathway to Membership of the Institute of Acoustics and registration with the Engineering Council.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent 5 subjects including English Language (Grade 4 or C minimum) Essential
A Level or equivalent 3 subjects including Maths (Grade E minimum) Essential
BTEC or equivalent Relevant subject including maths (Grade Level 3) Essential

About the employer

Acoustical Investigation & Research Organisation Ltd (AIRO) is a long established specialist acoustical consultancy firm, with extensive laboratory facilities, based in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire.

Employer

ACOUSTICAL INVESTIGATION & RESEARCH ORGANISATION LTD

Address

DUXONS TURN

HEMEL HEMPSTEAD

HP2 4SB

Contact

David Watts

David.Watts@airo.co.uk

01442 247146

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Training

Training provider

LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY

Apprenticeship standard

Acoustics technician

Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

Employer's Application Instructions

Applications including a CV, should be sent to David Watts (Technical Director) by e-mail to David.Watts@airo.co.uk or by post (address on our website www.airo.co.uk). Telephone David Watts on 01442 247146 for an informal discussion about the position.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 01 Aug 2022