Acoustics Analyst (Offshore)

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. We are proud to be playing a critical role in the net zero transition, as we aim to more than double our net operational capacity to around 9GW by 2027 and grow our renewable energy output to over 50TWh by 2032.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK or Ireland sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading, Havant, Belfast or Dublin.

Salary: £40,600 - £61,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

We have an exciting opportunity for an Acoustics Analyst to join the Noise and Measurements team within Energy Analytics, primarily supporting our extensive pipeline of offshore wind projects in their development, construction and initial operational phases. You will play a key role in the Energy Analytics team, using your technical expertise in delivering a wide range of analysis and modelling activities towards SSE Renewables pipeline of offshore wind development projects. The role will also involve supporting acoustic analysis across our portfolio of Renewables projects as a whole as required.

Some of your main responsibilities will include:

- Performing noise analysis and modelling on Renewables development projects in line with internal analysis and reporting procedures.

- Identifying risks and ensuring any impacts arising from mitigation measures are understood.

- Commissioning, managing and reviewing noise assessments from independent consultants when required.

- Contributing to inhouse R&D and the development of tools and processes, ensuring effective knowledge sharing within the team, and taking responsibility for quality monitoring of work. 

- Effectively communicating complex technical topics in a clear, understandable way to a wide range of stakeholders, representing the team at internal and external meetings.

On occasion, you may need to travel for survey activities and to build and support relations with planning authorities or other stakeholders, therefore, a full and current driving licence will be required.

What do I need?

To be successful in this role, you'll need to be experienced in providing analysis and modelling support and you will be excited about working at the cutting edge of wind farm development. 

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- A recognised qualification in a relevant discipline and experience in airborne and / or underwater acoustics.

- Knowledge of national and international standards and guidelines relevant to noise from offshore wind energy projects.

- Demonstrable numerical and computer literacy and familiarity with data processing and analysis techniques along with a proactive mindset and problem solving ability.

- Proficiency in noise modelling using bespoke or proprietary software packages. Coding experience with either Matlab or Python would be beneficial.

- Ability to interpret data and convey key information with multi-disciplined project teams and a variety of stakeholders.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Douglas on douglas.macalister@sse.com / 01738 275199.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

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