Construction operatives n.e.c. vs Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades Salary (2025)

How do Construction operatives n.e.c. and Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades earns £9,053 more per year (29% higher)

Construction operatives n.e.c.

£30,734
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricConstruction operatives n.e.c.Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making TradesDifference
Median Annual£30,734£39,787-£9,053
Mean Annual£31,371£42,396-£11,025
Monthly£2,561£3,316-£755
Weekly£591£765-£174
Hourly£14.78£19.13-£4.35

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileConstruction operatives n.e.c.Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades
10th (Entry)£14,788£25,396
25th£25,464£31,198
50th (Median)£30,734£39,787
75th£37,893£50,583
90th (Senior)£46,409£63,827
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades?
A Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades earns more. The median salary for a Construction operatives n.e.c. is £30,734, whilst a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades earns £39,787 — a difference of £9,053 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Construction operatives n.e.c. and a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades?
The difference is £9,053 per year. Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades?
From a salary perspective, Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making 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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