Construction operatives n.e.c. vs Metal machining setters and setter-operators Salary (2025)

How do Construction operatives n.e.c. and Metal machining setters and setter-operators salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns £5,829 more per year (19% higher)

Construction operatives n.e.c.

£30,734
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricConstruction operatives n.e.c.Metal machining setters and setter-operatorsDifference
Median Annual£30,734£36,563-£5,829
Mean Annual£31,371£38,478-£7,107
Monthly£2,561£3,047-£486
Weekly£591£703-£112
Hourly£14.78£17.58-£2.80

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileConstruction operatives n.e.c.Metal machining setters and setter-operators
10th (Entry)£14,788£26,038
25th£25,464£30,765
50th (Median)£30,734£36,563
75th£37,893£44,259
90th (Senior)£46,409£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Metal machining setters and setter-operators?
A Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns more. The median salary for a Construction operatives n.e.c. is £30,734, whilst a Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns £36,563 — a difference of £5,829 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Construction operatives n.e.c. and a Metal machining setters and setter-operators?
The difference is £5,829 per year. Metal machining setters and setter-operators is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Metal machining setters and setter-operators?
From a salary perspective, Metal machining setters and setter-operators 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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