Caretakers vs Process, plant and machine operatives Salary (2025)

How do Caretakers and Process, plant and machine operatives salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Process, plant and machine operatives earns £7,384 more per year (29% higher)

Caretakers

£25,787
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricCaretakersProcess, plant and machine operativesDifference
Median Annual£25,787£33,171-£7,384
Mean Annual£23,627£34,903-£11,276
Monthly£2,149£2,764-£615
Weekly£496£638-£142
Hourly£12.40£15.95-£3.55

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileCaretakersProcess, plant and machine operatives
10th (Entry)£6,856£17,094
25th£14,850£26,372
50th (Median)£25,787£33,171
75th£30,541£42,276
90th (Senior)£35,503£52,540
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Caretakers or a Process, plant and machine operatives?
A Process, plant and machine operatives earns more. The median salary for a Caretakers is £25,787, whilst a Process, plant and machine operatives earns £33,171 — a difference of £7,384 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Caretakers and a Process, plant and machine operatives?
The difference is £7,384 per year. Process, plant and machine operatives is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Caretakers or a Process, plant and machine operatives?
From a salary perspective, Process, plant and machine operatives 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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