Chemical and related process operatives vs Engineering technicians Salary (2025)

How do Chemical and related process operatives and Engineering technicians salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Engineering technicians earns £9,492 more per year (28% higher)
vs

Engineering technicians

£43,607
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricChemical and related process operativesEngineering techniciansDifference
Median Annual£34,115£43,607-£9,492
Mean Annual£36,531£46,649-£10,118
Monthly£2,843£3,634-£791
Weekly£656£839-£183
Hourly£16.40£20.96-£4.56

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileChemical and related process operativesEngineering technicians
10th (Entry)£24,979£27,024
25th£28,318£33,891
50th (Median)£34,115£43,607
75th£41,389£54,345
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Chemical and related process operatives or a Engineering technicians?
A Engineering technicians earns more. The median salary for a Chemical and related process operatives is £34,115, whilst a Engineering technicians earns £43,607 — a difference of £9,492 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Chemical and related process operatives and a Engineering technicians?
The difference is £9,492 per year. Engineering technicians is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Chemical and related process operatives or a Engineering technicians?
From a salary perspective, Engineering technicians 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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