Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. vs Welding trades Salary (2025)

How do Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. and Welding trades salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Welding trades earns £6,398 more per year (22% higher)
vs

Welding trades

£35,582
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricAssemblers and routine operatives n.e.c.Welding tradesDifference
Median Annual£29,184£35,582-£6,398
Mean Annual£30,035£37,877-£7,842
Monthly£2,432£2,965-£533
Weekly£561£684-£123
Hourly£14.03£17.11-£3.08

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileAssemblers and routine operatives n.e.c.Welding trades
10th (Entry)£21,154£24,483
25th£25,511£29,325
50th (Median)£29,184£35,582
75th£34,694£45,339
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. or a Welding trades?
A Welding trades earns more. The median salary for a Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. is £29,184, whilst a Welding trades earns £35,582 — a difference of £6,398 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. and a Welding trades?
The difference is £6,398 per year. Welding trades is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. or a Welding trades?
From a salary perspective, Welding trades offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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