Plant Manager Jobs in United Kingdom
All jobs below are from employers who hold a valid UK sponsor licence and can issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Plant Manager roles are classified under Production managers and directors in manufacturing (SOC 1121) and qualify for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can hire internationally for this role. View our occupation codes & salary thresholds to understand how the required salary is calculated.
UK market salary · ASHE 2025
What production managers and directors in manufacturing earn in the UK
Plus £1,691 – £14,583 in bonus & commission
UK market basic pay at a glance
How visa salary requirements compare to what employers pay.
Most production managers and directors in manufacturing in the UK earn between £41,236 and £82,680 in basic pay, with experienced professionals in the top 10% earning above £117,624. For Skilled Worker visa holders, the minimum salary (going rate) for this role is £55,000 (SOC 1121), sitting at the 47th percentile of what UK employers pay and £1,940 below the median.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Plant Manager roles fall under SOC 1121 (Production managers and directors in manufacturing), which is eligible for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can sponsor Plant Manager positions.