1212 Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing and related services

In short

• ONS unit group 1212, in minor group 121 (Managers and proprietors in agriculture related services) and major group 1 (Managers, directors and senior officials).
• Appendix Skilled Occupations (figures as at 3 August 2026, re-checked 26 October 2026): Transitional tables only: Table 1a, Table 2aa.
• Going rate as the tables print it:
  • Table 1a, Going rate (SW – options A and D): £33,400 (£17.13 per hour)
  • Table 2aa, Going rate (SW – options F and I, GBM and SCU): £25,800 (£13.23 per hour)

What the ONS says

Description

Managers and proprietors in this unit group plan, organise and co-ordinate the activities and resources of forestry, fishing, animal husbandry and related operations and establishments.

Typical entry routes

Whilst no formal qualifications are required for proprietors in this area, forestry managers usually require a degree or equivalent qualification in forestry and prior relevant work experience. BTEC qualifications in fish farm management are available. Skippers of offshore fishing vessels require prior work experience and must undertake basic safety training by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. Apprenticeships are available in some areas. Minimum age limits may apply in some areas of employment.

Tasks

• determines financial, staffing and other short- and long-term needs
• manages and trains staff
• decides, or advises on, type of animal to be bred and/or trained, and selects, buys and trains animals accordingly
• plans and directs the establishment and maintenance of forest /woodland areas and regularly inspects forest work
• liaises with neighbouring landowners, contractors and local authorities
• oversees facilities such as visitor centres, nature trails, footpaths, etc.
• selects suitable breeding grounds for shellfish, sea and freshwater fish and purchases stock
• arranges rearing and feeding and ensures health of fish stocks
• oversees maintenance of equipment and fish habitats
• plans fishing voyages, maintains vessel/s and equipment and oversees operational safety
• arranges for sale of catch, liaises with onshore agents
• ensures observance of maritime laws and international fishing regulations

Related job titles

• Cattery owner
• Fish farm owner
• Forest manager
• Owner (landscape gardening)
• Racehorse trainer

What the Appendix Skilled Occupations says

The Appendix lists this code in the tables below, with the tables’ own caption and the row as printed. Read the full table, and any condition in it, on GOV.UK.

Table 1a: Additional eligible SOC 2020 occupation codes and related going rates for Skilled Worker applicants granted permission under the rules in place before 22 July 2025

SOC 2020 occupation code

1212 Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing and related services

Examples of related job titles (non-exclusive)

• Cattery and kennel managers and proprietors
• Fisheries managers and proprietors
• Forestry managers
• Livery yard and stud farm managers and proprietors
• Racehorse trainers
• Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing and related services not elsewhere classified

Going rate (SW – options A and D)

£33,400 (£17.13 per hour)

90% of going rate (SW – option B)

Not applicable

80% of going rate (SW – option C)

Not applicable

70% of going rate (SW – option E)

£33,400 (£17.13 per hour)

Eligible for PhD points (SW)?

No

Table 2aa: Additional eligible SOC 2020 occupation codes and related going rates for Skilled Worker applicants granted permission under the rules in place before 22 July 2025

SOC 2020 occupation code

1212 Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing and related services

Equivalent SOC 2010 occupation code(s)

1213, 5223

Examples of related job titles (non-exclusive)

• Cattery and kennel managers and proprietors
• Fisheries managers and proprietors
• Forestry managers
• Livery yard and stud farm managers and proprietors
• Racehorse trainers
• Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing and related services not elsewhere classified

Going rate (SW – options F and I, GBM and SCU)

£25,800 (£13.23 per hour)

90% of going rate (SW – option G)

Not applicable

80% of going rate (SW – option H)

Not applicable

70% of going rate (SW – option J, GTR)

£25,000 (£12.82 per hour)

Eligible for PhD points (SW)?

No

Other unit groups in minor group 121

• 1211 Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture

Sources

Occupation text: Office for National Statistics, SOC 2020 Volume 1: structure and descriptions of unit groups (file dated 27 August 2026, version V13). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Open Government Licence v3.0. Tables: Home Office, Immigration Rules Appendix Skilled Occupations on GOV.UK, page updated 3 August 2026; re-checked against the page updated 8 October 2026 on 26 October 2026, tables unchanged.

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