Hiring and Sponsoring Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers (SOC Code 5243)

TV, Video and Audio Servicers and Repairers, classified under SOC Code 5243, are specialized technicians who ensure that audiovisual equipment operates at optimal performance. Their role is crucial to maintaining the quality of entertainment and communication technologies. The increasing reliance on complex audio and visual systems in homes and businesses has led to a steady demand for skilled professionals in this field. Key responsibilities include:

• Diagnosis and Repair: Examining equipment and observing reception to determine the nature of defects.
• Testing and Analysis: Utilizing electronic testing equipment to diagnose faults and check voltages and resistance levels.
• Component Replacement: Dismantling equipment to repair or replace faulty components or wiring as needed.
• Reassembly and Functionality Testing: Reassembling equipment, testing for correct functioning, and making necessary adjustments to ensure quality performance.
• Service Maintenance: Carrying out scheduled service tasks, such as cleaning and insulation testing.
• Installation Services: Installing, servicing, and repairing aerials and satellite dishes to enhance audiovisual reception.

As the audiovisual technology landscape continues to advance, HR professionals seeking to hire and sponsor TV, Video and Audio Servicers and Repairers under the UK’s immigration system will find this guide beneficial in navigating the required procedures and compliance regulations.

What is SOC Code 3411 for Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers?

SOC Code 5243 refers to TV, video, and audio servicers and repairers who maintain and repair electronic equipment. Their responsibilities can include:

• Diagnosing faults: Examining equipment and observing reception to determine the nature of defects.
• Testing and troubleshooting: Utilizing electronic testing equipment to check voltages, resistance, and diagnose faults.
• Repairing equipment: Dismantling devices to repair or replace faulty components or wiring.
• Reassembling and testing: Reassembling equipment and testing for correct functioning, making further adjustments as needed.
• Performing service tasks: Carrying out scheduled service tasks, such as cleaning and insulation testing.
• Installation services: Installing, servicing, and repairing aerials and satellite dishes.

TV, video, and audio servicers and repairers play a vital role in ensuring the functionality of electronic devices, contributing to the overall quality of media consumption and entertainment.

Eligibility to Hire Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers (SOC Code 3411)

1. Job Requirements

TV, Video, and Audio Servicers and Repairers must possess a combination of technical skills and practical experience. Candidates should meet the following criteria:

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using electronic testing equipment to diagnose defects and measure voltages and resistances.
• Experience: Demonstrated experience in examining, dismantling, and repairing various types of audio, video, and television equipment.
• Problem-solving Ability: Strong analytical skills to identify faults and make necessary adjustments for optimal functionality.
• Institutional Knowledge: Familiarity with service tasks such as cleaning and insulation testing to ensure safety and reliability of the equipment.
• Installation Skills: Experience in installing and repairing aerials and satellite dishes, ensuring proper setup for maximum reception.
• Certification/Training: While formal qualifications may not be mandatory, relevant certifications or training in electronics or audiovisual technology can be advantageous.

Ensure the job description aligns with SOC Code 5243 and that the candidate’s experience and skills fulfill the expectations for the role.

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

Sponsoring Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers: 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 Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers under SOC Code 5243.

Step 1: Obtain a Sponsor Licence

Before hiring non-UK Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers, your company or institution must obtain a sponsor licence. This licence enables you to legally sponsor overseas Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers 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 Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers. This document provides key details about the job and the individual being sponsored.

• Defined vs Undefined CoS: Use a Defined CoS for Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers 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 Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers’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 Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers 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 Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers

Before the Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers 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 Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers’s passport and visa. 
• Online Right to Work Check: If the Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers 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 Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers’s employment details, salary and contact information. 
   • Reporting Changes: Report any significant changes to the Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers’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 Tv; video and audio servicers and repairerss.

How Borderless Can Help with Sponsoring Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers

Sponsoring Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers under SOC Code 5243 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 Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers, get in touch for personalised support.

Conclusion

Hiring and sponsoring Tv; video and audio servicers and repairers under SOC Code 5243 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.