Hiring and Sponsoring Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing and related services (SOC Code 1212)

Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing, and related services, classified under SOC Code 1212, are key individuals who oversee a variety of operations in the environmental and aquaculture sectors. Their responsibilities include:

• Determining Financial and Staffing Needs: Assessing both short- and long-term goals to ensure the successful management of operations.
• Staff Management and Training: Leading a team, providing training, and fostering professional development among staff.
• Animal Selection and Training: Advising on the types of animals to breed and train, and taking responsibility for their selection, procurement, and training.
• Forest and Woodland Management: Planning and directing the establishment and maintenance of forest areas, while regularly inspecting ongoing forest operations.
• Liaison with Stakeholders: Collaborating with neighboring landowners, contractors, and local authorities to promote effective management and environmental stewardship.
• Facility Oversight: Managing visitor centers, nature trails, footpaths, and other facilities to enhance public engagement with natural resources.
• Shellfish and Fish Stock Management: Selecting breeding grounds for various species, purchasing stock, and overseeing rearing and feeding processes to maintain healthy fish stocks.
• Equipment and Habitat Maintenance: Ensuring that equipment is well-maintained and fish habitats are suitable for sustaining populations.
• Fishing Operations Management: Planning fishing voyages, maintaining vessels and equipment, and ensuring operational safety during these activities.
• Regulatory Compliance: Arranging the sale of catch, liaising with onshore agents, and ensuring adherence to maritime laws and international fishing regulations.

As the environmental sectors continue to evolve, the demand for skilled managers and proprietors in forestry and fishing remains high. This guide will assist HR professionals in understanding the hiring and sponsorship processes for these roles under the UK's immigration system.

What is SOC Code 3411 for Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing and related services?

SOC Code 1212 refers to managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing, and related services. Their responsibilities can include:

• Determining needs: Assessing financial, staffing, and other short- and long-term requirements for operations.
• Managing staff: Training and overseeing personnel to ensure effective performance.
• Animal management: Deciding on the types of animals to be bred and/or trained, selecting, purchasing, and training them as needed.
• Forest maintenance: Planning and directing the establishment and upkeep of forest and woodland areas, while regularly inspecting forest work.
• Liaising with stakeholders: Collaborating with neighbouring landowners, contractors, and local authorities to ensure smooth operations.
• Facility management: Overseeing visitor centres, nature trails, footpaths, and other facilities to enhance public engagement with natural areas.
• Aquatic stock management: Selecting suitable breeding grounds for shellfish and fish, purchasing stock, and ensuring their health through proper rearing and feeding practices.
• Equipment oversight: Maintaining equipment and fish habitats to uphold operational standards.
• Fishing operations: Planning fishing voyages, maintaining vessels and equipment, and ensuring operational safety.
• Market liaison: Arranging for the sale of catch and collaborating with onshore agents to facilitate distribution.
• Regulatory compliance: Ensuring observance of maritime laws and international fishing regulations to promote sustainable practices.

Managers and proprietors in this sector play a vital role in ensuring the sustainability and productivity of natural resources while balancing economic interests with environmental stewardship.

Eligibility to Hire Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing and related services (SOC Code 3411)

Job Description: Managers and Proprietors in Forestry, Fishing, and Related Services (SOC Code 1212)

1. Job Requirements

Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing, and related services must demonstrate strong leadership abilities and meet specific qualifications or experience criteria. These may include:

• Financial Acumen: Ability to determine financial needs and manage budgets effectively for short- and long-term operations.
• Staff Management: Proven experience in training, managing, and leading staff in relevant fields.
• Animal Expertise: Knowledge in selecting, breeding, and training a variety of animals, ensuring their well-being.
• Forest Management Skills: Experience in planning, establishing, and maintaining forest and woodland areas while conducting regular inspections.
• Liaison Skills: Ability to communicate with neighbouring landowners, contractors, and local authorities to coordinate forestry and fishing operations.
• Facility Oversight: Proven experience managing facilities such as visitor centres, nature trails, and footpaths to enhance visitor experience.
• Aquaculture Knowledge: Expertise in selecting breeding grounds for shellfish and fish species, ensuring their health through appropriate rearing and feeding practices.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ability to oversee the maintenance of equipment and fish habitats, ensuring operational efficiency.
• Voyage Planning: Experience in planning fishing voyages, maintaining vessels and equipment, and ensuring operational safety.
• Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with maritime laws and international fishing regulations to ensure adherence during operations.

Ensure that the job description aligns with SOC Code 1212 and that the candidate’s experience and qualifications meet the expectations for the role.

1. Salary Thresholds
2. Use the Minimum Salary Calculator to ensure your salary offer meets immigration requirements.

Sponsoring Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing and related services: A Step-by-Step Guide for HR Professionals

Once you’ve confirmed that the role and candidate meet the eligibility requirements, follow this step-by-step guide to sponsoring Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing  and related services under SOC Code 1212.

Step 1: Obtain a Sponsor Licence

Before hiring non-UK Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing  and related services, your company or institution must obtain a sponsor licence. This licence enables you to legally sponsor overseas Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing  and related services under the Skilled Worker Visa program.

• Sponsor Licence Application: Submit documentation proving that your business is legitimate and has a genuine vacancy. Visit the sponsor licence application guide for more information. 
• Sponsor Licence Fees: Small businesses typically pay £574, while larger institutions pay £1,579. For more information, visit the sponsor licence fees guide. 
• Processing Time: Applications typically take up to 8 weeks, but using the Sponsor Licence Priority Service can reduce the processing time to 10 working days.

Once your sponsor licence is approved, you will receive a sponsor licence number, which allows you to assign Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS).

Step 2: Assign a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)

Once you have your sponsor licence, the next step is to assign a CoS to the Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing  and related services. This document provides key details about the job and the individual being sponsored.

• Defined vs Undefined CoS: Use a Defined CoS for Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing and related services applying from outside the UK, and an Undefined CoS for those already in the UK. Learn more in the Defined & Undefined Certificates of Sponsorship guide. 
• Required Documents: Provide details such as the Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing and related services’s portfolio, passport and job offer. Refer to Documents Required for Certificate of Sponsorship for a full list of necessary documents.

Step 3: Apply for the Skilled Worker Visa

Once the CoS is issued, the Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing  and related services can apply for the Skilled Worker Visa.

• Visa Fees: Fees vary depending on the role and visa length—use the visa fees calculator to estimate the costs. 
• Immigration Skills Charge: Employers are required to pay this charge as part of sponsoring non-UK workers. This is separate from visa fees.

Conducting a Right to Work Check for Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing and related services

Before the Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing  and related services begins working, you must conduct a right to work check to ensure they are legally allowed to work in the UK.

• Manual Right to Work Check: Verify original documents such as the Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing and related services’s passport and visa. 
• Online Right to Work Check: If the Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing and related services holds an eVisa, you can use the UK government’s online system to verify their right-to-work status.

For more details on how to perform these checks, see the right to work check guide.

Post-Hiring Responsibilities and Compliance

1. Record-Keeping and Reporting  
2. • Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of the Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing and related services’s employment details, salary and contact information. 
   • Reporting Changes: Report any significant changes to the Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing and related services’s role—such as promotions or salary increases—via the Sponsor Management System (SMS).
3. Sponsor Licence Duties and Compliance
4. Failure to comply with your sponsor licence duties can result in penalties or sponsor licence revocation, impacting your ability to sponsor future Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing  and related servicess.

How Borderless Can Help with Sponsoring Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing and related services

Sponsoring Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing  and related services under SOC Code 1212 can be a complex process, but Borderless can simplify it for you. We offer comprehensive support to help you manage the entire sponsorship process.

End-to-End Sponsorship Support

At Borderless, we assist with:

• Sponsor Licence Application: Guiding you through the application process and ensuring all required documents are submitted correctly. 
• Certificate of Sponsorship Assignment: Streamlining the CoS process to make hiring easier. 
• Compliance Management: Helping you stay compliant with immigration laws to avoid penalties.

If you need assistance with hiring or sponsoring Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing  and related services, get in touch for personalised support.

Conclusion

Hiring and sponsoring Managers and proprietors in forestry; fishing  and related services under SOC Code 1212 can be a rewarding way to enrich the cultural landscape of your organisation. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can successfully navigate the sponsorship process while ensuring compliance with UK immigration laws.

For further guidance, Borderless is ready to assist you with all your sponsorship needs. Contact us for expert advice.