Managers and Proprietors in Forestry, Fishing and Related Services
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.
More about this Career
Average Salary
£27167
New workers start around £14651. Normal pay is £27167 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £45788.
Jobs
574
Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs.
Daily Tasks
- Ensures observance of maritime laws and international fishing regulations.
- Arranges for sale of catch, liaises with onshore agents.
- Plans fishing voyages, maintains vessel/s and equipment and oversees operational safety.
- Oversees maintenance of equipment and fish habitats.
- Arranges rearing and feeding and ensures health of fish stocks.
- Selects suitable breeding grounds for shellfish, sea and freshwater fish and purchases stock.
- Oversees facilities such as visitor centres, nature trails, footpaths, etc..
- Liaises with neighbouring landowners, contractors and local authorities.
- Plans and directs the establishment and maintenance of forest /woodland areas and regularly inspects forest work.
- Decides, or advises on, type of animal to be bred and/or trained, and selects, buys and trains animals accordingly.
- Manages and trains staff.
- Determines financial, staffing and other short- and long-term needs.
Skills Employers are looking for
Soft Skills
Soft skills are non-technical skills that include how you interact with colleagues, solve problems, and manage your work
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Reading Comprehension
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Active Learning
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Active Listening
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Critical Thinking
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Speaking
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Writing
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Monitoring
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Mathematics
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Learning Strategies
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Science
