Construction operatives n.e.c. vs Metal working production and maintenance fitters Salary (2025)

How do Construction operatives n.e.c. and Metal working production and maintenance fitters salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal working production and maintenance fitters earns £9,737 more per year (32% higher)

Construction operatives n.e.c.

£30,734
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricConstruction operatives n.e.c.Metal working production and maintenance fittersDifference
Median Annual£30,734£40,471-£9,737
Mean Annual£31,371£43,195-£11,824
Monthly£2,561£3,373-£812
Weekly£591£778-£187
Hourly£14.78£19.46-£4.68

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileConstruction operatives n.e.c.Metal working production and maintenance fitters
10th (Entry)£14,788£25,380
25th£25,464£31,172
50th (Median)£30,734£40,471
75th£37,893£51,893
90th (Senior)£46,409£66,446
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Metal working production and maintenance fitters?
A Metal working production and maintenance fitters earns more. The median salary for a Construction operatives n.e.c. is £30,734, whilst a Metal working production and maintenance fitters earns £40,471 — a difference of £9,737 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Construction operatives n.e.c. and a Metal working production and maintenance fitters?
The difference is £9,737 per year. Metal working production and maintenance fitters is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Metal working production and maintenance fitters?
From a salary perspective, Metal working production and maintenance fitters 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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