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Waste disposal and environmental services managers (SOC 1254)

This page shows whether this occupation is eligible for a Skilled Worker visa, what salary you usually need, and which licensed UK employers may hire people in similar roles.

Skilled Worker eligible: YesImmigration Salary List: No

What this job involves

Waste disposal and environmental services managers (SOC 1254) (Professional occupations). Eligible for the Skilled Worker visa subject to meeting salary and other requirements.

Salary thresholds

  • Going rate (annual): £48,300
  • New entrant rate: £33,800
  • Going rate (hourly): £24.77
  • You must be paid the higher of the occupation going rate or the general threshold (£41,700 standard / £33,400 new entrant).

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Job examples

  • Landfill site managers Recycling managers Scrap yard managers Sewage works and water treatment managers Waste disposal and environmental services managers not elsewhere classified.

Sponsors hiring under this code

Matched via Companies House industry codes (SIC). This shows employers in related sectors — verify the sponsor and role on the official register.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. SOC 1254 (Waste disposal and environmental services managers) appears on the Home Office list of eligible Skilled Worker occupations. You still need a licensed sponsor, a qualifying job offer, and to meet salary and English language requirements.