Construction operatives n.e.c. vs Scaffolders, stagers and riggers Salary (2025)

How do Construction operatives n.e.c. and Scaffolders, stagers and riggers salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Scaffolders, stagers and riggers earns £9,439 more per year (31% higher)

Construction operatives n.e.c.

£30,734
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricConstruction operatives n.e.c.Scaffolders, stagers and riggersDifference
Median Annual£30,734£40,173-£9,439
Mean Annual£31,371£44,327-£12,956
Monthly£2,561£3,348-£787
Weekly£591£773-£182
Hourly£14.78£19.31-£4.53

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileConstruction operatives n.e.c.Scaffolders, stagers and riggers
10th (Entry)£14,788£24,895
25th£25,464£33,129
50th (Median)£30,734£40,173
75th£37,893£54,977
90th (Senior)£46,409£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Scaffolders, stagers and riggers?
A Scaffolders, stagers and riggers earns more. The median salary for a Construction operatives n.e.c. is £30,734, whilst a Scaffolders, stagers and riggers earns £40,173 — a difference of £9,439 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Construction operatives n.e.c. and a Scaffolders, stagers and riggers?
The difference is £9,439 per year. Scaffolders, stagers and riggers is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Scaffolders, stagers and riggers?
From a salary perspective, Scaffolders, stagers and riggers 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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